Topix — We're in the midst of a spate of notable dates in rock-and-roll history: the past three weeks brought the 40th anniversaries of the passing of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin, both of whom died at 27, victims of the excesses of their time. more info

Idolator — Elly Jackson and a cast of curious characters (including one badass snake) are featured in La Roux’s “In For The Kill” video, shot at the seedy yet infamous Chelsea Hotel in New York. Many of music’s most iconic figures, from Bob Dylan to Jan... more info

BBC 6 Music — Tributes paid to Janis Joplin, 40 years after her death more info

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The Newsroom — The day's top showbiz news and headlines including Tony Curtis laid to rest, George Michael not getting special treatment, and Janis Joplin dead for 40 years. more info

The Newsroom — http://www.WatchMojo.com takes a look at the life and career of singer-songwriter, Janis Joplin, whose music and legacy still inspire people to this day. She was not only of one of rock's most unique voices but she also held her own during the 1960's... more info

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Guardian Music — The TV talent show's 'golden oldies' category is for the over-28sIs 28 the new 65? Quite possibly, according to The X Factor, which for the current series has increased its lower age limit for older solo artists from 25 to 28 – meaning that any po... more info

Mjsbigblog — @IdolsNow: “Jive Records sent DAVID ARCHULETA’s “Elevator” to radio at 6 PM EDT today, calling it “1st single” from new album “The Other Side Of Down.”" Interesting. So, we’ll just pretend “Something ‘Bout Lov... more info

Guardian Music — Originally published in the Guardian on 19 August 1969NEW YORK, AUGUST 18There was relief today when a camp-out involving twice the number of forces engaged in the Battle of Gettysberg broke out on the country town of Bethel, New York, and went home.... more info