Joni Mitchell
Musician LP on Androgyny, Identity and How Joni Mitchell Breaks the Rules
LP, (real name Laura Pergolizzi), has been making music professionally for over a decade, writing songs for the likes of Cher ("Red," "Pride"), Rita Ora ("Shine Ya Light"), and Christina Aguilera ("Beautiful People"), and scoring her first major breakthrough with Rihanna's "Cheers (Drink To That)." …
Kurt Cobain12 Album Covers Inspired By Famous Works of Art
Aside from music videos, cover art often acts as the main visual component of an album. So it makes sense that artists typically approach the …
Rock Music5 Things To Do This Weekend: A Metallica God And His Monster Collection To A Reimagined Joni Mitchell
Support the news<p>Movie posters of the 1930s or contemporary movies of today? Art rock meets "Blue" or Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo' meet up for the blues? …
With An Avant-Rock Reimagining Of ‘Blue,’ Arc Iris Reveals A New Joni Mitchell
Support the news<p>For the past few months, the Providence avant-rock trio Arc Iris has been touring New England with a concert it calls "Arc Iris …
MusicJazz legend Herbie Hancock talks music, recovery and partying with Prince | Miami Herald
Herbie Hancock likes to surprise us.<p>Remember when the post-bop stalwart went funk/soul/jazz on "Head Hunters" in 1973? Remember when he went …
JazzMeghan Markle: The 10 Women Who Changed My Life
We all have that woman who, in some way, changed our lives for the better. In actress and philanthropist Meghan Markle's case, there are 10. Here, the "Suits" star (catch the 100th episode of the USA Network's show on August 30th!) shares her very personal—and inspiring— list.<p><b>1. Dian</i> …
Women's NewsThis Week at Harvard: Eight Activities on the Coast, in the City, and Close to Home
We’ve compiled yet another list of school-free summer activities to help keep your mind off of the impending doom of September.
Student JournalismNine Songs: Nadine Shah
The singer/songwriter talks through the songs that have inspired her art.>
MusicRobbie Robertson on The Last Waltz, gear secrets and that bronze Fender Strat
Introduction<p><b>Robbie Robertson has had quite the life in music. From backing Bob Dylan at the epochal moment when he ‘went electric’, to carving out</b> …
GuitarNew Mix: Turning The Tables Takes Over All Songs Considered
Turning the Tables was intended as "a correction of the historical record and hopefully the start of a new conversation" around women's place in the canon of modern music. This week, five journalists take over <i>All Songs Considered</i> in order to continue that dialogue.<p>NPR Music's Ann Powers, Suraya …
MusicLorde and The 1975’s Matty Healy recite Joni Mitchell lyrics on Twitter
Two artists share a Twitter back-and-forth and their fans could deal with it<p>Lorde and The 1975 frontman Matty Healy shared a Twitter exchange, …
The Life and Death of Jaco Pastorius
“What can I say about Jaco? When I first met him he was extremely present tense and, I would have to say for lack of a better term, extremely …
MusicThe Art of Recording
Sign In<p>Use one of the services below to sign in to PBS:<p>You've just tried to add this video to your Watchlist so you can watch it later. But first, we …
WatchlistBjörk Says New Album Is Her “Tinder Record” | Pitchfork
Yesterday, Björk announced that her new album would be “coming out very soon.” While little is known about the upcoming release, Björk has revealed in a new interview with <i>Dazed</i> that it will be her “Tinder record.” She goes on to explain that the album is “about being in love. Spending time with a …
MusicBjork on Her New Record: 'It's Like My Tinder Album'
On Wednesday, Björk gave word of an imminent new record through a short statement on her Instagram, saying the yet-untitled album would be “coming …
MusicJohn Kelly on Joni Mitchell: Blue is the warmest colour
<b>John Kelly writes for Culture about the Albums That Will Save Your Life...</b><p>'Blue' is a well chosen word. Musicians know well what it signifies. It’s …
MusicEven More Great Albums By Women Outside Of The Top 150
NPR Music recently released a top-ranking list of 150 albums by women. NPR's Noel King chats with Jill Sternheimer of the Lincoln Center and NPR's Paula Mejia who had some of tough decisions.<p>Transcript<p>(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "CALIFORNIA")<p>JONI MITCHELL: (Singing) Sitting in a park in Paris, France, …
MusicThe Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2017
Drawn from the 14,000+ titles in PW's Fall Announcements issue, we asked our reviews editors to pick the most notable books publishing in Fall 2017. …
BooksThe 12 Best New Restaurants in America
From San Francisco to Knoxville, where to eat right now across America<p>It’s been said a million times, but it’s truer than ever: Dining is now a fundamental part of the cultural experience in America. My job, as Eater’s restaurant editor, is to study — more specifically, to devour — the nation’s …
RestaurantsHear the 150 Greatest Albums by Women: NPR Creates a New Canon of Albums That Puts Women at the Center of Music History
What is it with all the trendpieces on great women artists, writers, directors, singers, etc.? What, indeed. To ask the question is to acknowledge …
MusicAquarium Drunkard Presents: Stardust – Joni Mitchell 1982-2007
While there may not be quite as many highs as from her California days, there’s still much to be gleaned from Joni Mitchell’s often overlooked …
MusicThe 150 Greatest Albums Made By Women
130. Teena Marie<i><br>Wild and Peaceful (Motown Records, 1979)</i><p>Teena Marie's debut album, <i>Wild and Peaceful</i>, couldn't have had a more accurate title. Released in 1979 and largely composed by her longtime collaborator Rick James, the album bounced between moods and moments that represented either end of the …
MusicFlashback to the Rock Stars Who Fell in Love With Greece
Leonard Cohen and friends in HydraFrom the Beatles and Joni Mitchell to Leonard Cohen and David Bowie internationally praised and famous rock stars …
GreeceThe 30 Best Breakup Albums of All Time
Sometimes, a simple song helps fuel your rage and channel your heartbreak. Other times, you need a little more. Like, an entire album more. Years …
MusicA New Canon: In Pop Music, Women Belong At The Center Of The Story
Support the news<p>A few years ago, my friend Jill Sternheimer and I started a conversation one night while driving around the streets of New Orleans. …
MusicWhat's In Your Fridge: Mo Tarmohamed
Mike Usinger<i>What’s in Your Fridge is where the</i> Straight<i> asks interesting Vancouverites about their life-changing concerts, favourite albums, and,</i> …
MusicInterview: Songwriter, Producer + Multi-Instrumentalist Dan Wilson: Examining the illustrious career of a truly prolific pop penman
It's impossible to weave the accomplishments of Dan Wilson into a simple introduction. But his forthcoming album <i>Re-Covered</i> offers a nice snapshot of the sonic landscape. Wilson might not be a household name, but the works he's delivered as a singer, songwriter, band member and producer have been …
MusicShip Point revitalization a case of unpaving paradise
Like the Joni Mitchell song in reverse, the City of Victoria hopes to replace a parking lot with a bit of paradise as it revitalizes Ship Point.Ship …
Canadian NewsBill Collings: 1948–2017
A fellow guitar builder pays fond tribute to a giant of modern lutherie.
GuitarSwinging Modern Sounds #82: Joni Mitchell’s Court and Spark: A Symposium
There have been only a very few albums of music in my life whose impact on me has been because the album sounded like nothing else I had heard …
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