Joni Mitchell - Archives Vol. 4 Asylum Years (76-80) [VINYL]

Embark on a captivating journey through the transformative years of Joni Mitchell's illustrious career with this meticulously curated collection. Spanning from 1976 to 1980, this archive showcases a treasure trove of rare and previously unreleased recordings, offering an intimate glimpse into the creative evolution of one of music's most iconic figures. Dive into a rich tapestry of sound that includes live performances, demos, and alternative versions, each track reflecting Mitchell's unparalleled artistry and lyrical brilliance. This collection is an essential addition for fans and collectors alike, celebrating the enduring legacy of a true musical pioneer.

Side One:

Rolling Thunder Revue Live at Harvard Square Theater Cambridge, MA, November 20, 1975 Recording supervised by Don DeVito; Mixed by Sean Brennan

1. Introduction – Bob Neuwirth

2. Edith and the Kingpin

3. Don’t Interrupt The Sorrow

Live at Music Hall Boston, MA, November 21, 1975 Recording supervised by Don DeVito; Mixed by Patrick Milligan

4. Introduction – Bob Neuwirth

5. Harry’s House

Live in Bangor Bangor, ME, November 27, 1975 Recorded by L.A. Johnson & Petur Hliddal

6. A Case of You

Side Two:

Live at Montreal Forum Montreal, QC, Canada, December 4, 1975 Recording supervised by Don DeVito; Mixed by Sean Brennan

1. Intro to Coyote

2. Coyote

1976 Tour of the United States Recorded by Stanley Johnston from PA mixes by Brian Jonathan

(Courtesy of the estate of Stanley Tajima Johnston) Live at Music Hall Boston, MA, February 19, 1976

3. Free Man In Paris

4. Shades of Scarlett Conquering

Live at Nassau Coliseum Uniondale, NY, February 20, 1976

5. For Free

Side Three:

Live at Music Hall Boston, MA, February 19, 1976

1. Shadows and Light

2. In France They Kiss On Main Street

3. Intro to Furry Sings The Blues

4. Furry Sings The Blues

Hejira Demos

A&M Studios, Hollywood, CA, March 1976 Recorded by Henry Lewy; Mixed by Patrick Milligan

5. Traveling (Hejira)

Side Four:

1. Black Crow

2. Amelia

Rolling Thunder Revue Tarrant County Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX, May 16, 1976 Recording supervised by Don DeVito; Engineered by Don Meehan; Mixed by Patrick Milligan

3. Intro to Song For Sharon

4. Song For Sharon

Side Five:

Hejira Sessions

A&M Studios, Hollywood, CA, Summer 1976 Recorded & Mixed by Henry Lewy

1. Refuge of the Roads (Early Mix with Horns)

2. Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter (Early Rough Mix)

Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter Sessions A&M Studios, Hollywood, CA Recorded & Mixed by Henry Lewy

3. Otis and Marlena (Early Rough Mix)

Mingus Sessions Electric Lady Studios, New York, NY Recorded & Mixed by Henry Lewy & Jerry Solomon

4. Sweet Sucker Dance (Vocals & Drums Version – Take 5)

Side Six:

Live at Bread & Roses Festival Greek Theatre, Berkeley, CA, September 2 & 3, 1978 Recorded & Mixed by Henry Lewy

1. Introduction

2. The Dry Cleaner From Des Moines

3. Intro to Goodbye Pork Pie Hat

4. Goodbye Pork Pie Hat

5. Intro to The Wolf That Lives In Lindsey

6. The Wolf That Lives In Lindsey

Mingus Early Alternate Version Electric Lady Studios, New York, NY and A&M Studios, Hollywood, CA, 1978 & 1979 Recorded & Mixed by Henry Lewy & Jerry Solomon

15. God Must Be A Boogie Man

Side Seven:

1. Sue and The Holy River

1979 Tour Rehearsals SIR Rehearsal Studios, Los Angeles, CA Recorded by Joel Bernstein

2. Jericho

3. Help Me

1979 Tour of the United States Live at Forest Hills Tennis Stadium Queens, NY, August 25, 1979 Recorded by Joel Bernstein from PA mix by Ed Wynne

4. Big Yellow Taxi

5. Just Like This Train

6. Raised On Robbery

Side Eight:

1. The Last Time I Saw Richard

Live at Greek Theatre

Los Angeles, CA, September 13, 1979

Recorded by Andy Johns & Henry Lewy; Mixed by Patrick Milligan

2. Intro to A Chair In The Sky

3. A Chair In The Sky

• Product Type: Vinyl
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• Release Date: October 04, 2024

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