NEW LP
New sealed copy. 2023 reissue on transparent green coloured vinyl. Gatefold jacket.
Released in 1970, Ladies of the Canyon marked a pivotal moment in Joni Mitchell’s career, bridging the gentle folk of her early work with the more layered, introspective songwriting that would define her later albums. Written while living in Laurel Canyon (a hub of 60s music culture), the album captures both personal reflection and the spirit of a generation in transition.
The record features some of Mitchell’s most iconic songs, including “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Woodstock,” and “The Circle Game.” Lyrically, it explores fame, love, community, and social consciousness, with arrangements that incorporate piano, alternative tunings, and rich vocal overdubs. Members of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young contribute background vocals, reflecting Mitchell’s close personal and creative ties to the group.
Ladies of the Canyon was certified platinum and reached number 27 on the Billboard 200. It has since become a cornerstone of Mitchell’s catalog and a touchstone of early 70s singer-songwriter artistry.
TRACKLIST:
A1 Morning Morgantown
A2 For Free
A3 Conversation
A4 Ladies Of The Canyon
A5 Willie
A6 The Arrangement
B1 Rainy Night House
B2 The Priest
B3 Blue Boy
B4 Big Yellow Taxi
B5 Woodstock
B6 The Circle Game
