The Hissing of Summer Lawns
Joni Mitchell · 1975
42 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock
A rich tapestry of jazz-inflected melodies and introspective lyrics intertwining personal and societal themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- introspective late-night reflections
- gradual builds and payoffs
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns' was Joni Mitchell's seventh studio album, following her acclaimed 'Court and Spark.' At this point in her career, she was transitioning into more experimental sounds, incorporating jazz elements and complex arrangements that reflected her artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laura Nyro· Carole King· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In France They Kiss on Main Street 3:19
- 2 The Jungle Line 4:26
- 3 Edith and the Kingpin 3:37
- 4 Don't Interrupt the Sorrow 4:05
- 5 Shades of Scarlett Conquering 4:59
- 6 The Hissing of Summer Lawns 3:01
- 7 The Boho Dance 3:50
- 8 Harry's House / Centerpiece 6:48
- 9 Sweet Bird 4:12
- 10 Shadows and Light 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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