Big Brother and the Holding Company

Big Brother and the Holding Company was one of the major bands of the San Francisco sound. They were led by the legendary Janis Joplin. Unfortunately, their work is often only credited to Joplin, which is likely why only she was inducted. The group performed at the Monterey International Pop Festival of 1967. Joplin went on to perform at the legendary Woodstock Music and Art Fair of 1969. They have been considered by the Hall before, but they probably figure Joplin is enough. The Hall has a history of neglecting backing groups.