Dreamland
Joni Mitchell · 2004
76 min · 17 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock
A contemplative blend of folk and jazz that captures the complexities of love, loss, and longing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional depth contemplative moments for reflective listening dynamic journey through varied emotions
- Context
- When Joni Mitchell released *Dreamland* in 2004, she was transitioning into a reflective phase of her career, following her previous album *Taming the Tiger* in 1998. This collection highlights her growth as both a songwriter and an artist, showcasing a mature sound steeped in nostalgia and introspection after years of evolution since her groundbreaking work in the 1970s.
- If you like
- folk rock, jazz, art rock
Dreamland is an album by Joni Mitchell, released in 2004. A contemplative blend of folk and jazz that captures the complexities of love, loss, and longing. This album is notable for its orchestral reimaginings of several classic tracks alongside new material, highlighting Mitchell's lasting influence on contemporary music. Critics praised the album for its emotional depth and lyrical richness, reaffirming her status as an essential figure in the folk and jazz genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dreamland sound like?
A contemplative blend of folk and jazz that captures the complexities of love, loss, and longing. Rooted in folk rock and jazz.
What makes Dreamland by Joni Mitchell notable?
This album is notable for its orchestral reimaginings of several classic tracks alongside new material, highlighting Mitchell's lasting influence on contemporary music. Critics praised the album for its emotional depth and lyrical richness, reaffirming her status as an essential figure in the folk and jazz genres. When Joni Mitchell released *Dreamland* in 2004, she was transitioning into a reflective phase of her career, following her previous album *Taming the Tiger* in 1998. This collection highlights her growth as both a songwriter and an artist, showcasing a mature sound steeped in nostalgia and introspection after years of evolution since her groundbreaking work in the 1970s.
Who is Dreamland for?
Dreamland works well if you're into wave-like pacing with emotional depth, contemplative moments for reflective listening and dynamic journey through varied emotions.
How many songs are on Dreamland?
Dreamland has 17 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Free Man in Paris 3:03
- 2 In France They Kiss on Main Street 3:19
- 3 Dreamland Standout 4:38
- 4 The Jungle Line 4:24
- 5 Furry Sings the Blues Standout 5:06
- 6 You Turn Me On I'm a Radio 2:39
- 7 Carey 3:04
- 8 Big Yellow Taxi 2:17
- 9 California 3:51
- 10 Help Me Standout 3:24
- 11 Nothing Can Be Done 4:51
- 12 Dancin' Clown 3:51
- 13 Come in From the Cold 7:30
- 14 Amelia (Orchestral Version 2002) 6:46
- 15 For the Roses (Orchestral Version 2002) 7:29
- 16 Both Sides Now (Orchestral Version 2000) 5:46
- 17 The Circle Game 4:51
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