Joni Mitchell • Ladies of the Canyon
Reprise Records R1 6376
33-RPM 180 g LP
Confession time: I had no idea, until I sat down to write this review, that Joni Mitchell was a fellow Canadian! It seems that as well as being a very fine way to pass one’s leisure time, being a music lover also has its educational benefits! Ladies of the Canyon is Joni Mitchell’s third studio album, and was originally released in 1970. It contains twelve tracks, including one of her best-known compositions, Big Yellow Taxi.
Folk-pop in nature, much of this album is reminiscent of Simon & Garfunkel; if you like them, odds are you’ll like Joni Mitchell (or at least, this record). The relatively simple arrangements and high production values make for a great-sounding record. Pressed on flat, quiet vinyl, the album’s inherent good sound quality is allowed to shine.
Beautifully packaged in a heavy gatefold sleeve, the great music and sound quality earns Ladies of the Canyon a very firm recommendation.