The Asylum Albums (1972–1975)
Joni Mitchell · 2022
198 min · 51 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock
A tapestry of introspective lyrics and intricate melodies blending folk, jazz, and pop sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective reflections for quiet moments
- tapestry of intricate melodies
- ideal for deep listening sessions
- for contemplative afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2022, 'The Asylum Albums (1972–1975)' compiles Joni Mitchell's pivotal works during her artistic peak. This period includes classics like 'Court and Spark' and 'Blue', showcasing her evolution as a songwriter. The album serves as a retrospective on her influential sound development through the early 70s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Nyro· Carole King· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Banquet 3:04
- 2 Cold Blue Steel and Sweet Fire 4:17
- 3 Barangrill 2:53
- 4 Lesson in Survival 3:11
- 5 Let the Wind Carry Me 3:55
- 6 For the Roses 3:47
- 7 See You Sometime 3:00
- 8 Electricity 3:03
- 9 You Turn Me On, I'm a Radio 2:39
- 10 Blonde in the Bleachers 2:42
- 11 Woman of Heart and Mind 2:38
- 12 Judgement of the Moon and Stars (Ludwig's Tune) 5:31
Disc 2
- 1 Court and Spark 2:45
- 2 Help Me 3:22
- 3 Free Man in Paris 3:02
- 4 People's Parties 2:15
- 5 Same Situation 2:57
- 6 Car on a Hill 2:59
- 7 Down to You 5:38
- 8 Just Like This Train 4:23
- 9 Raised on Robbery 3:06
- 10 Trouble Child 3:59
- 11 Twisted 2:26
Disc 3
- 1 You Turn Me On, I'm a Radio 4:18
- 2 Big Yellow Taxi 3:12
- 3 Rainy Night House 4:04
- 4 Woodstock 4:29
- 5 Cactus Tree 5:00
- 6 Cold Blue Steel and Sweet Fire 5:38
- 7 Woman of Heart and Mind 3:45
- 8 A Case of You 4:36
- 9 Blue 2:54
- 10 The Circle Game 7:16
- 11 People's Parties 2:49
- 12 All I Want 3:32
- 13 Real Good for Free 4:37
- 14 Both Sides, Now 4:22
- 15 Carey 4:14
- 16 The Last Time I Saw Richard 4:18
- 17 Jericho 3:38
- 18 Love or Money 5:14
Disc 4
- 1 In France They Kiss on Main Street 3:19
- 2 The Jungle Line 4:25
- 3 Edith and the Kingpin 3:38
- 4 Don't Interrupt the Sorrow 4:05
- 5 Shades of Scarlett Conquering 4:59
- 6 The Hissing of Summer Lawns 3:00
- 7 The Boho Dance 3:58
- 8 Harry's House / Centerpiece 6:38
- 9 Sweet Bird 4:11
- 10 Shadows and Light 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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