Note: the CD I listened to was the 1996 reissue.
Joni Mitchell albums, to me, are becoming much like Beatles releases, in that whichever album I'm listening to at the time, I believe is the best release by that particular artist. This beautiful thing certainly qualifies. Comforting while simultaneously thought-provoking. Wow. And I'd rather listen than write, so I'm tapping out now.
Press of the time:
- Robert Christgau (A-): "Joni's new dependence on piano implies a move from the open air to the drawing room--or at least living area--that's reflected in richer, more sophisticated songs."
- Billboard: "a delightful set of 12 fine cuts"
- CashBox: "sensitive, poetic lyrics, evocative melodies and fine voice and guitar playing"
- Rolling Stone: "An album of departures, overheard conversations and unique triumphs for the hymnal lady who mingles the random with the particular so effectively."
- RPM Weekly: "excellent MOR programming material"
- Stereo Review: Recording of Special Merit
- High Fidelity: "I can't recommend anyone more highly."
Album chart peaks:
- US Billboard 200: #27
- CashBox: #18
Tracks: 12 beautiful songs, delightfully delivered, perfectly sequenced.
Personal Memory Associated with this CD: This was one of several early '70s Mitchell albums that helped me get through some emotionally tough spring/summer months in 2023.
Previously revisited for the blog:
The Hissing of Summer Lawns (1975)
Court And Spark (1974)
Blue (1971)
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