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Don Juan's Reckless Daughter

Joni Mitchell · 1977

59 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock

A sprawling tapestry of jazz-infused folk, merging complex rhythms and introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • introspective and contemplative moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 13, 1977, 'Don Juan's Reckless Daughter' is Joni Mitchell's seventh studio album, following her acclaimed 'Hejira.' At this point in her career, she was exploring more avant-garde musical styles, integrating jazz elements while continuing to develop her unique storytelling approach in songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Laura Nyro· Carole King· Nick Drake

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Overture / Cotton Avenue 6:41
  • 2 Talk to Me 3:48
  • 3 Jericho 3:25
  • 4 Paprika Plains 16:21
  • 5 Otis and Marlena 3:58
  • 6 The Tenth World 6:56
  • 7 Dreamland 4:39
  • 8 Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter 6:36
  • 9 Off Night Backstreet 3:20
  • 10 The Silky Veils of Ardor 4:04

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