The members of Janis Ian were friends in high school. The group used to practice at the bassist's house. Janis Ian began playing at Anyplace, a college dive bar. The lead singer wanted to start a band since he was in college.

Members of Janis Ian are expecting to bring in another group of fans with this tour and the new project. The band just finished their newest release, and they are already plotting the next move. The most current project from Janis Ian is the band's second release.

Janis Ian was discovered after their single was heard on Z96.1. The members of the band all quit their other jobs to focus on their music. Janis Ian’s first album did not do so well, but the second album was a hit, going platinum.

Every time the group comes to San Francisco they are sure to stop at Celebrity and play a show. TheSeats.com’s extensive website has everything from concert seating charts to tour schedules, making TheSeats.com the single best one-stop shop for Janis Ian tickets.