Joni Mitchell Audio Interview
Joni on compiling Dreamland and more
 As Rhino was putting together her Dreamland collection in 2004, we had the opportunity to sit down with Joni and get her thoughts on each of the tracks and how they were chosen. As always, her insight is astounding as she riffs on the music industry (a favorite topic) and shares stories involving such contemporaries as Bob Dylan and Neil Young. Listen to the interview Track 1
In this clip Joni discusses using artist and fan input to help her compilation decisions carry more weight with the record companies.
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Joni talks about her song choices in depth. She offers some juicy details about what some of the songs are about, as well as insight into her artistic conversations. She also talks about her woes with the current state of the music industry.
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Here Joni talks about her youth and schooling. She discusses her conscious moment of rebellion, her reach for courage, and her awakening as an artist.
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Comments:
I think Joni Mitchell has great
comments about her music on this page.
I am a huge fan and I love to see her
given a chance to talk about her writing
Dear Rhino Records,
Your website is excellent. Is there a chance putting more stuff on by artists like Isley Bros, Brothers Johnson, Donna Summer - disco!!!, Thanks, AndreaXX
j o n i , what a powerhouse of talent: paint a picture with her lyrics. Jerrico: a relationship in need of break thru..... Furry sings the blues: joni actualy visiting W C Handy at the end of his life.... Hissing of sumer lawns: trophy wife story.... Harry's house: the day a mans wife asks for divorce .....
Writing songs,lyricks, singing, playing guitar, piano and bringing talent together............much respect pee in venice beach
I like Norah Jones, and part of her was inspired on Joni Mitchell
When God said, I need a tall skinny blond for the front line." Joni reaised her hand. Mine are raised and saying, "Thank God for Joni" and thanks for letting me hear it.
I was raised on Joni Mitchell. I love her work and gain new and valuable insites on her songs every time I listen to them. It was very enjoyable to be able to hear about the history behind the song, and learn about her childhood. Thank you. Love ya Joni!
Thanks for making the interviews available Joni's songs are intrinsically satisfying but background to them enriches the experience.
I am a chinese ! My english is not very well !I love Joni !Hers music! I want make a friend with everyone who love joni too!My QQ is 317972168! I don't whether you know QQ? So I am sorry !
do you think when you are thinking ?
Thanks for the interview...very nice to hear Joni speak....
I only wish I could thank this generous artist for the many years of insight and inspiration she (knowingly?/unknowingly?)shares with us. You are a treasure, Joni.
Joni ist und bleibt mit ihren Melodien und Lyrik die "grande dame". Punkt.
Joni is quite simply a genius, a genius with heart.
She visited Furry Lewis and they didn't like each other. W.C. Handy died when she was a child. Pleeze lern how to spel!
loved it- as a lifelong fan who lay on the floor hypnotised by Song to a Seagull Dreamland makes my heart sing
Thanx for the Joni interviews - great stuff. Always like to hear what she has to say herself.
Joni's spoke voice is so interesting to listen to. She is such a great storyteller. I love her voice, her muse, and her lyrics.
As free spirits,we all need moments in time to reflect upon that which will bring pure joy to the heart.joni has always been that time for me. billy bob
it's very nice to hear ms. mitchell reflect upon her craft and also to get some fascinating insight into her early development as an artist.
I don't think I've ever been as touched, as inspired, by any artist as I am by Joni Mitchell. Thank you for giving me the apportunity to hear her own thoughts on her music, and her life. CP x
Really enjoyed the interview. I'm a big fan of Mitchells' music but rarely have an opportuntiy to hear her speak.It was very insightful.
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