The Merle Travis crossover Number 1 hit song “Sixteen Tons” was written about the appalling conditions experienced by his coal miner brother and father. Covered by Bo Diddley, Johnny Cash, Johnnie Taylor, Stevie Wonder, B.B. King, Tom Morello, Big Bill Broonzy & dozens of others, the song has been featured in shows South Park, The Simpsons, Mad Men, and the post-apocalyptic Virginia-set video game Fallout 76.

This is a premium Bluescentric Brand official Janis Joplin vinyl record turntable slip mat. It is a sturdy, high quality 1/8 inch thickness, and measures a standard 11.75" in diameter. The slip mat is 100% polyester fabric, dense, but still soft to the touch. The design is dye printed, ensuring no ink from the felt is ever left on your valuable records.

Authentic Janis Joplin, every sale directly benefits the blues & rock vocalist's estate. 

This design reads "if i hold back I'm no good now", Janis Joplin, Port Arthur, Texas where she was born, and has an interesting floral pattern background. 

The full quote by Janis was, "maybe I won’t last as long as other singers, but I think you can destroy your now by worrying about tomorrow. If I hold back, I’m no good now, and I’d rather be good sometimes than holding back all the time"

Weight 0.3 lbs