From: les@jmdl.com (onlyJMDL Digest) To: onlyjoni-digest@smoe.org Subject: onlyJMDL Digest V2000 #5 Reply-To: joni@smoe.org Sender: les@jmdl.com Errors-To: les@jmdl.com Precedence: bulk onlyJMDL Digest Wednesday, January 5 2000 Volume 2000 : Number 005 The Official Joni Mitchell Homepage is maintained by Wally Breese at http://www.jonimitchell.com and contains the latest news, a detailed bio, original interviews and essays, lyrics, and much more. ------- The JMDL website can be found at http://www.jmdl.com and contains interviews, articles, the member gallery, archives, and much more. ========== TOPICS and authors in this Digest: -------- London Jonifest 2000 and my FLU ["Raffaele Malanga" ] RE: Some Little musings [FMYFL@aol.com] New "Both Sides Now" album [w evans ] RE: Some Little musings [SCJoniGuy@aol.com] Re[2]: 1st Joni of the Year ["Lori REASON"] Joni may perform again!! [SMEBD@aol.com] Re: Joni may perform again!! [CaTGirl627@aol.com] Joni Mitchell companion [Andy Stancliffe ] Re: Not to Blame ["Alison Einerson" ] Re: Some Little musings ["Kakki" ] "Blue" [john low ] Today In Joni History (1/4) ["Mark T. Domyancich" ] The London Jonifest 2000! ["Jamie Zubairi" ] Re: The London Jonifest 2000! [Jason Maloney ] Re: 1st Joni of the Year ["Helen M. Adcock" ] Re: The London Jonifest 2000! [FMYFL@aol.com] Joni Mitchell Companion [CaTGirl627@aol.com] "Ideal" Painting ["Helen M. Adcock" ] Re: Some Little musings [CaTGirl627@aol.com] Re: Some Little musings ["Kakki" ] Re: The London Jonifest 2000! ["Kakki" ] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 04 Jan 2000 02:59:02 PST From: "Raffaele Malanga" Subject: London Jonifest 2000 and my FLU Dear all, today is the day! I've been looking forward to the 4th of Jan anxiously, full of anticipation about meeting you all at the UK Joni fest. Unfortunately my biological system thought differently and decided to host some nasty viruses or bacteria. I have a very bad flu with high temperature and all the rest. It's really frustrating! I'll be thinking of you in my bed tonight. Have fun and make this a very special night. I hope to listen to the tapes soon. Jamie, I am still open to the idea of a Joni's paintings web site. Get in touch. All my best. I'll be with you in spirit. Raffaele in London ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 4 Jan 1980 11:55:41 -0000 From: Jamie Zubairi Subject: Some Little musings Hello and Happy New Year jimdlers! Just resubbed today and wanted to post a few things. BSN is available as a pre-release order from Amazon.com already. I wish CD now would hurry up and get a pre-release order through. Also someone mentioned actresses looking like Joni. I think that the closest actress I have seen looking like Joni (cheekbones and all) is English actress Lindsay Duncan. I just need her in a Canadian accent and guitar to complete the look. I can't think of anything that she has been inin the states (although she was in a blockbuster playing either Pacino or DeNiro's wife (I'm good at this aren't I, this film game. NOT!)) Tonight is also the London Jonifest 2000! I am meeting Marian Russell for the first time in an hour and Chris Marshall. I AM SO EXCITED. My best to you for the next millenia Jamie Zubairi ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 07:52:09 EST From: FMYFL@aol.com Subject: RE: Some Little musings Jaimie writes: << Tonight is also the London Jonifest 2000! I am meeting Marian Russell for the first time in an hour and Chris Marshall. I AM SO EXCITED. >> Have a great time all of you Euromidlers, and we want pictures and full reports on this great occasion. Marian, sing your heart out sweetheart, and Raffaele get well soon! Jimmy, who had a Joni dream last night too ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 08:00:05 -0500 (EST) From: w evans Subject: New "Both Sides Now" album So, I understand that the initial release on Feb 8 will be a "collectors edition" with better artwork (or something) and that the regular jewelbox version won't be out for another month or so. Can anyone tell me just what will be special about the initial release, and how much more it might cost? I'm likely to get it just so that I won't have to wait another month. ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 08:06:03 EST From: SCJoniGuy@aol.com Subject: RE: Some Little musings Jimmy said: <> And of course a soundtrack as well - I want all the Marian recordings I can get before she hits the BIG TIME! By the way, I thought this was a "Joni-Fest", but I guess Jimmy clarified that you guys are having a Bette Midler fest! :~) But that's still OK, I can't wait to hear Marian picking out "Boogie Woogie Boy From Company B" on her guitar! :~) Bob NP: Elton John, "Tiny Dancer" ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 04 Jan 2000 14:49:19 +0100 From: "Lori REASON" Subject: Re[2]: 1st Joni of the Year DO NOT TELL ME THE DUCKS SWAM IN THE BIG BOWL. I cannot believe it - I leave, and after 12 years things change. They were ALWAYS last in the Pac-10. What gives??! Did they win? What was the score? Did they look okay? I'm so proud! Lori, feeling like a mama duck ; ) quack-quack Jimdle sports: And yesterday, congrats to you, too, Lori, the displaced Duck. ;-) Smiles Penny ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 10:15:21 EST From: SMEBD@aol.com Subject: Joni may perform again!! A friend of mine who knows of my love of Joni just gave me a copy of the January 2000 (Issue 154) ICE: The CD News Authority because there is a one page article about Joni and the upcoming "Both Sides Now" CD. In the article Larry Klein talks about the track list for "Both Sides Now". The last paragraph of the articles states: "The limited-edition version of "Both Sides Now" features artwork exclusively designed by Mitchell, and hits stores just in time for Valentine's Day. Klein tells ICE that Mitchell hopes to do some orchestral shows to promote the album, as well as several dates with Hancock and Shorter. Klein also believes the "Stormy Weather" concert will be made available to the public at some time in the future." Someone was asking about the limited-edition package. My understanding is that the limited-edition will be a satin "candy box" with several individual lithographs of artwork along with a book of lyrics and notes. Wishing everyone on the list a wonderful New Year and a Joni tour! Stephen ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 12:58:57 EST From: CaTGirl627@aol.com Subject: Re: Joni may perform again!! In a message dated 1/4/2000 10:18:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, SMEBD@aol.com writes: << Someone was asking about the limited-edition package. My understanding is that the limited-edition will be a satin "candy box" with several individual lithographs of artwork along with a book of lyrics and notes. >> OH OH OH HOw exciting!! If she tours I will be there too. I might even fly to LA to see her (why the hell not!!) As far as the cd goes evern if it it expensive I plan on buying TWO!! I can never get enough JONI!! WHOOO-HOOO! Catgirl till February PS I will be in LA from feb 12th to the 18th!!!YEA!! ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 11:24:35 -0800 (Pacific Standard Time) From: Andy Stancliffe Subject: Joni Mitchell companion First I should say Happy New Year to everyone on the JMDL. I've been away from my computer at work for the last few days, so it's my first chance to wish you all well. I bought Stacey's book, The Joni Mitchell Companion, at a local bookstore last Thursday night, and spent much of the New Years weekend reading it. I have to say I'm so impressed with the work that Stacey has done to compile this book. I had read a few of the articles in other places, but there were many new surprises, and all in all I think the book is very balanced, and I'm glad to see Joni's work finally presented in a scholarly, or should I say, "serious" context. I think my favorite new fact was that Miles Davis had a print of one of Joni's paintings at his bedside when he was dying. After reading interviews over the years, I knew how important he was to her, and to see that he also respected her work was a nice touch. There are some great photographs, too. It was interesting to see the photo of Joni and Judy Collins together in 1993. Anyways, my thanks and congratulations to you, Stacey, for creating this book. I think you've made an important step in documenting Joni's career and legacy. Andy ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 04 Jan 2000 14:05:30 -0700 From: "Alison Einerson" Subject: Re: Not to Blame Okay, I must be really confused. I thought there was a big to-do about the song "Not to Blame" having been written about Jackson Browne's alleged physical violence against Daryl Hannah. What does O.J. have to do with any of it? Alison in SLC ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 12:57:13 -0800 From: "Kakki" Subject: Re: Some Little musings Jamie wrote: > Just resubbed today and wanted to post a few things. BSN is available as a pre-release order from Amazon.com already. This is excellent news. I think I'll order one and also take my chances at the local Tower or Borders on release day. I definitely want two sets - one to play with and one to preserve ;-) > Tonight is also the London Jonifest 2000! I am meeting >Marian Russell for the first time in an hour and Chris Marshall. I AM SO EXCITED. Wish we could all be there. I hope you all have a FANTASTIC time and please give us a full report. Kakki NP: Jimmy Webb - Galveston ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2000 09:04:3 +1100 From: john low Subject: "Blue" Michael, I'm not surprised at all at the impact that "Blue" has had on you. Whenever I am forced to consider which Joni album is my favourite it always comes down to a 'battle' between "Blue" and "Hejira". They are both exceptional pieces of work that have not only stood the test of time but continually seem able to reveal new 'treasure'. I never get tired of listening to either. Like Susan McNamara and Kathleen, my suggestion for next purchase would be "Night Ride Home". Welcome to the jmdl. John (in Sydney) __________________________________________________________________ Get your free Australian email account at http://www.start.com.au/ ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 17:37:18 -0600 From: "Mark T. Domyancich" Subject: Today In Joni History (1/4) I forgot to email Les about this one, but in 1968 Joni performed at Club 47 in Cambridge, MA. NP-Song For Sharon Mark Domyancich Harpua@revealed.net http://home.revealed.net/Harpua ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 05 Jan 2000 00:16:22 GMT From: "Jamie Zubairi" Subject: The London Jonifest 2000! Dear Listers, It's Jamie Zubairi here on his digest address just newly returned from the London Jonifest 2000. I am so glad to have been part of it. First of all meeting Marian and Chris for lunch and an afternoon of rehearsals. Then getting to the place and meeting Jason Maloney and Azeem who were there early (oops!). Then meeting the other members who trailed in around 7, Jacky, Rob, Gerry and Martin. I hope that's everyone... There were some of my friends there who were invited to sing. Adeola Martin who I duetted My Secret Place with... That man Kevin who sat thru' most of the evening and really enjoyed himself... I know this has been said over and over throughout the evening but it was really nice to finally meet people in the flesh and put faces to names. Oh so many songs... Mainly by Marian and myself and the courageous Chris Marshall on bass (who does a smokin' Jaco job!). The evening went so quickly, apart from the cold (the cellar wasn't heated which really let it down) and some of my songs having more verses than I remember, and more notes. But performing Joni's songs to a crowd of really receptive people is simply amazing. When you can hear the room suddenly burst into an obscure song and sing along with you. Ooohh simply in Joni heaven. I am gushing I know but if anyone hasn't been to a Jonifest, I suggest that they do! A lot of Hejira was played, some Don Juan's, some Hissing, Sisowtowbell Lane, Ladies of the Canyon, This Flight..., Marian's Cotton Avenue (I'm sorry Marian, I'll just stop playing now) The Wolf The Lives In Lindsey, 3 Great Stimulants oohh someone stop me. Anyway I've had the most amazing of evenings. As Chris said, a definite mix of anticipation, excitement and fear for us players especially. But at the end of the day, just nice to be with a good crowd for a change. All my Joni's have come at once. Jamie Zubairi "Whatever makes you YAHOO!" Joni Mitchell, Shiny Toys 1985 ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 05 Jan 2000 01:32:55 +0000 From: Jason Maloney Subject: Re: The London Jonifest 2000! Hi everyone, Well, I think it's entirely appropriate that Jamie should have been the first UK JMDLer who attended tonight's Jonifest at the Troubador to report back, as the whole thing was initiated through his boundless love and enthusiam for all things Joni. I hope I'm not being presumptuous in thinking everyone who was there had a truly wonderful time, despite the rather chilly surroundings. I had to leave a little earlier than the others, but I felt privileged to have shared the evening with Jamie, Azeem, Marian, Jacky, Rob, Martin, Chris and Gerry. It was a pleasure to finally come face to face with such familiar names, and to experience the JMDL's sense of caring community in a real-life situation. A huge, huge thank you for making me feel welcome and completely at ease. The first part of the night (from 8pm-10pm) featured 16 songs, mostly - as Jamie has already mentioned - from Joni's mid-period work, all rendered with often startling aplomb and panache. I was thrilled to see and hear Marian in action at long last, and she did not disappoint. Exqusite versions of some of Joni's greatest songs (and yes, I agree they *are* all great, Marian!), with Ladies Of The Canyon a particular highlight for me (and, it transpired, for Azeem as well). Just Like This Train was also sheer bliss. She sings Joni with staggering purity, especially the early material. Jamie, meanwhile, was every bit as impressive. Man, you have star quality! Anyone who's seen him in action will know what I mean when I say he just "has it". Such stage presence, and so self-depricating to boot. His rich, expressive (almost baritone? help me with the tecchy stuff!) vocals brought a new quality and perspective to the songs he played. Upon announcing he was to next perform a comparitively obscure track (My Secret Place), my joy at the prospect of hearing my absolute favourite Joni moment was accompanied by a teasing ".....don't ruin it!" aimed in his direction. I'm not exaggerating when I report that his version, a duet with Adeola, was divine. Oh no! I missed Three Great Stimulants and Cotton Avenue???!!!! Ack :-( Ah well, at least the whole show was captured for posterity by Martin, with his array of equipment. The acoustics of the cellar were extremely good, with plenty of clarity and range for the lower registers of Chris's bass. I'm looking forward to hearing whether the recording has caught that ambience. All in all, a night I will not easily forget, and one that I will savour for a long time. Only the sight of me in the group photo can spoil it now ;-D What a wonderful group of people you are! Jason. ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2000 17:10:26 +1300 From: "Helen M. Adcock" Subject: Re: 1st Joni of the Year >Well, the first song I heard, of course, was Auld Lang Sane (sp?), >but the first song I played on my guitar was Woodstock-I had that >intro part stuck in my head for days and I didn't have a guitar >around! The first song I heard was not Auld Lang Syne (that came in second) but "You'll Never Walk Alone". That's what comes of spending New Year's Eve with ardent English soccer fans! Helen _______________________________ "I don't believe in livin' in the middle with available extremes" - Carole King hell@ihug.co.nz ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 23:31:56 EST From: FMYFL@aol.com Subject: Re: The London Jonifest 2000! Jamie and Jason: Thank You so much for the initial reports!!! It sounds like a truly wonderful evening. I know it was a special evening for you all. I've had the pleasure of hearing Marian on the Jonifest Box Set, and what a voice she has. Now I'm looking forward to hearing Jaimie sing, and Chris on bass. I'm so glad Martin captured everything on tape. I hope I get a copy of the soon released tape. BTW Jason, I'm sure you're smiling face will only enhance the group photo. I hope you can get it to Les so he can post it to the list!!! Jimmy ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 23:38:29 EST From: CaTGirl627@aol.com Subject: Joni Mitchell Companion << Anyways, my thanks and congratulations to you, Stacey, for creating this book. I think you've made an important step in documenting Joni's career and legacy. Andy >> I second that!! I just got my book the other day as well. All I could think to myself was...WHOOO-HOOO!!! Finally here!!! I just read the first article of her being at the Philly Folk Festival. That must have been a real treat!! I live 20 mins from that place and in deed it is always a great time!! I also looked over the acknowledgments and saw her comment about Wally Breese and Les Irving! Way to go guys. She mentions Us here as well. It is so much fun being in this large circle of friends with Joni Mitchell. Another whoo-hoo!! I am so glad I made my list JoniMitchellfans@onelist.com or I would have never found you guys!! so thanks to Jimmy in FL and Les!! Also to all of you who have made my stay here so full of love and kindness. I am very very glad this book came out. Stacy you did indeed make a wonderful book. About a year ago I bought my husband the Paul Simon companion and my husband just loved it. When I told him you were on the list, he informed me how much he loved the Paul Simon book and can't wait to read the Joni book! Major Kudos all around!! Hugs and Whoooo-Hooo! Catgirl ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2000 17:42:42 +1300 From: "Helen M. Adcock" Subject: "Ideal" Painting I asked this question before Xmas, but either everyone was too busy, or know one knows! What is WallyB talking about in the following transcript from his weekend with Joni, re: the ruckus with the picture frame? "Also up on the wall is the "ideal" painting of Don Freed sitting on a cliff in B.C., which was used both in the TTT album package and as the curtain backdrop during many of the shows on her first tour with Dylan in 1998. I was told that during an exhibition of Joni's paintings, the frame of this picture caused quite a ruckus with those folks who are "in the know" about such things. They insist it's important to keep up with the trends, apparently -- note to self." Can anyone help, ie. WHY did it cause a ruckus, or am I missing something really obvious? Helen _______________________________ "I don't believe in livin' in the middle with available extremes" - Carole King hell@ihug.co.nz ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2000 00:28:52 EST From: CaTGirl627@aol.com Subject: Re: Some Little musings In a message dated 1/4/2000 3:58:04 PM Eastern Standard Time, kakkib@att.net writes: << This is excellent news. I think I'll order one and also take my chances at the local Tower or Borders on release day. I definitely want two sets - one to play with and one to preserve ;-) >> A woman after my own heart!! I already called that Kakki but you can get two too! I think we should all buy two! One to hear and one to save for prosperity! Catgirl.... C'mon Feb get here! Maybe I will buy the Cd while I am out there visiting Kakki and the rest of the JMlers! ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 23:25:34 -0800 From: "Kakki" Subject: Re: Some Little musings Catgirl wrote: > A woman after my own heart!! I already called that Kakki >but you can get two too! I think we should all buy two! >One to hear and one to save for prosperity! Cat, did you mean to write "posterity" or "prosperity"? Hey, I can see us getting very prosperous in a few years when we put our spare mint copy up on eBay! heehee. Hmmm, we may need to order *three* each! Plus, we have to get at least one of the "regular" ones. Kakki, who bought four TTTs, three TIs, and three WTRFs (doesn't everybody? ;-) ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 23:34:38 -0800 From: "Kakki" Subject: Re: The London Jonifest 2000! Jamie and Jason, Thank you so much for the great reports and I can't wait to hear more! It sounds like you had a perfectly wonderful night! Congrats Jamie on putting the party together. I'm so glad Martin got it on tape. Is there any possibility of a "Jonifest Cellar Sessions Box Set" release? (please!) Now you all just *have* to come on over here for the New Orleans Jonifest!!! Kakki NP: Paul Castle - Just About Leaving ------------------------------ End of onlyJMDL Digest V2000 #5 ******************************* Don't forget about these ongoing projects: Glossary project: Send a blank message to for all the details. FAQ Project: Help compile the JMDL FAQ. Do you have mailing list-related questions? -send them to Today in History Project: Know of a date-specific Joni fact? - -send it to ------- Post messages to the list at Unsubscribe by sending "unsubscribe onlyjoni-digest" to ------- Siquomb, isn't she?