Jefferson Starship is an American rock band formed in the early 1970s as a continuation of the psychedelic rock group Jefferson Airplane. The band is known for its fusion of rock, folk, and progressive elements, and its significant contributions to the arena rock and AOR (album-oriented rock) genres. Key members included Grace Slick and Paul Kantner from the original Jefferson Airplane lineup, and they produced influential works such as the albums "Red Octopus" and "Dragon Fly". Jefferson Starship's distinctive sound and progressive lyrics have made them a significant part of rock music history.