Misses
Joni Mitchell · 1996
67 min · 14 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock
A reflective tapestry woven with Joni's signature lyrical depth and intricate melodies, exploring themes of love, loss, and societal critique.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective moments of introspection emotional peaks and valleys thought-provoking lyrical depth
- Context
- By the time 'Misses' was released in 1996, Joni Mitchell had firmly established herself as a pivotal figure in folk and rock music. This album is a compilation of her lesser-known tracks, showcasing her artistry during a period when she was transitioning from mainstream recognition to a more introspective phase in her career.
- If you like
- folk rock, jazz, art rock
Misses is an album by Joni Mitchell, released in 1996. A reflective tapestry woven with Joni's signature lyrical depth and intricate melodies, exploring themes of love, loss, and societal critique. 'Misses' is significant as it highlights Joni Mitchell's ability to blend various genres while maintaining her poetic lyricism. Although not a commercial powerhouse like earlier works, it received positive critical reception and solidified her status as an influential songwriter for subsequent generations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Misses sound like?
A reflective tapestry woven with Joni's signature lyrical depth and intricate melodies, exploring themes of love, loss, and societal critique. Rooted in folk rock and jazz.
What makes Misses by Joni Mitchell notable?
'Misses' is significant as it highlights Joni Mitchell's ability to blend various genres while maintaining her poetic lyricism. Although not a commercial powerhouse like earlier works, it received positive critical reception and solidified her status as an influential songwriter for subsequent generations. By the time 'Misses' was released in 1996, Joni Mitchell had firmly established herself as a pivotal figure in folk and rock music. This album is a compilation of her lesser-known tracks, showcasing her artistry during a period when she was transitioning from mainstream recognition to a more introspective phase in her career.
Who is Misses for?
Misses works well if you're into reflective moments of introspection, emotional peaks and valleys and thought-provoking lyrical depth.
How many songs are on Misses?
Misses has 14 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Passion Play (When All the Slaves Are Free) 5:23
- 2 Nothing Can Be Done 4:51
- 3 A Case of You Standout 4:25
- 4 The Beat of Black Wings 5:24
- 5 Dog Eat Dog 4:42
- 6 The Wolf That Lives in Lindsey 6:35
- 7 The Magdalene Laundries Standout 4:04
- 8 Impossible Dreamer 4:31
- 9 Sex Kills Standout 3:57
- 10 The Reoccurring Dream 3:05
- 11 Harry's House/Centerpiece 6:48
- 12 The Arrangement 3:35
- 13 For the Roses 3:43
- 14 Hejira 6:42
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