Jefferson Starship is an American rock band that formed in 1970 as a successor to the iconic group Jefferson Airplane. The band was created by former members of Jefferson Airplane, including Paul Kantner and Grace Slick, and incorporated elements of rock, pop, and progressive music. They gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like "Jane" and "Find Your Way Back." Over the years, Jefferson Starship has undergone several lineup changes, with Mickey Thomas becoming a prominent lead vocalist. The band continues to perform and tour, maintaining a legacy that connects to the counterculture movement of the 1960s and 1970s.