From: les@jmdl.com (onlyJMDL Digest) To: onlyjoni-digest@smoe.org Subject: onlyJMDL Digest V2000 #468 Reply-To: joni@smoe.org Sender: les@jmdl.com Errors-To: les@jmdl.com Precedence: bulk Archives: http://www.smoe.org/lists/onlyjoni Websites: http://www.jmdl.com http://www.jonimitchell.com Unsubscribe: mailto:onlyjoni-digest-request@smoe.org?body=unsubscribe onlyJMDL Digest Monday, December 18 2000 Volume 2000 : Number 468 The 'Official' Joni Mitchell Homepage, created by Wally Breese, can be found at http://www.jonimitchell.com. It contains the latest news, a detailed bio, Original Interviews, essays, lyrics and much 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: -------- Re: Dumb de dumb dumb [IVPAUL42@aol.com] Re: Today in Joni History - December 2 ["Stephen Epstein" ] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 19:47:05 EST From: IVPAUL42@aol.com Subject: Re: Dumb de dumb dumb In a message dated 12/16/00 9:04:08 AM Eastern Standard Time, willy100@indosat.net.id writes: << Would that it were true, if ....+ACI- The dumbest language I've(Paul) read in a long time. Ho+ACE- Ho+ACE- Ho+ACE- Willy the Shake I met a friend of spirit >> How ironic you would respond this way, since I was using Shakespearean style. Paul I ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 22:22:23 -0500 From: "Stephen Epstein" Subject: Re: Today in Joni History - December 2 Evening all! Cleaning up my mail box and came across this one, which I saved, cause the Toronto concert was the first time I saw Joni- @ the Toronto Maple Leaf Gardens. Of course, she was wonderful, and I recall thinking how I couldn't believe that this was my first time! Don't remember a set list, but remember that she was dazzling- looking absolutely gorgeous, and sounding equally. Next, and only other time I have seen her perform was on the tour shortly after she married Larry Klein. Was that the DED tour? She was @ the Canadian National Exhibition, in the summer, at an outdoor concert bowl, not unlike the Hollywood Bowl. It was truly brilliant! I felt like I had died and gone to Heaven! Think perhaps this just may be the best concert I have witnessed. Regards, Stephen in Vancouver NP: Brad Mehldau- Moon River Today in Joni History on 12/02/2000 03:32:00 AM Please respond to Today in Joni History To: joni@smoe.org cc: (bcc: Stephen Epstein/Agmont) Subject: Today in Joni History - December 2 1975: Joni performs with the Rolling Thunder Revue in Toronto 1980: Joni's "Shadows And Light" concert special airs on Showtime TV. 1987: (from Wally's bio page): Rolling Stone had a 20th anniversary TV special which aired on ABC [today] and Joni talked at a few points during the program. Also shown was a bit of rare footage of Joni singing "Woodstock" on the Tom Jones Show in 1969. - -------- Know a date or month specific Joni tidbit? Send it off to JoniFact@jmdl.com and we'll add it to the list. - -------- ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 23:13:30 EST From: JRMCo1@aol.com Subject: Re: Happy Birthday Catman!!! colin, May all the best life has to offer be yours on this birthday and always. - -Julius ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 23:43:20 -0800 From: Scott Price Subject: Saltwater Shines The liner notes for Clark Carlton's CD "Saltwater" pay homage to Joni Mitchell, and ardent listeners of Ms. Mitchell's albums will have no difficulty hearing the similarities between the two singer-songwriters. Clark offers up a very powerful set of well-crafted songs for "Saltwater" that showcase his musical talents. It's an eclectic mix of studio layering, catchy hooks, and broad dynamics, all held together by his voice and guitar, guided by his musical vision. Opening with "Matthew," a tribute/lament, Carlton lets us know what's in store here: excellent production, a sense of drama, and a few surprises. Utilizing synthy violin/string overdubs set in front of tablas, there are many pleasant moments to be uncovered. Among the varied and tasteful background colors on "Sugar Zone" is a ticking clock and a sweet horn arrangement. Coupled with Carlton's own harmony vocals, it's a wonderfully complex canvas. The segue into "Shine" is seamless and this up tempo number has an exciting groove. Rather than pound away, though, the songwriter chooses to break things up in the middle with a quiet passage which effectively bridges the opening with the rocking end. "Saltwater, churning in the sea...saltwater, dripping from my skin." The title track strips away all the layers previously used and leaves us with the man and his guitar...and his musings. This haunting ballad intrigues and beguiles. It was at this point in the album where I felt Clark really opened up a lot of himself. This is perhaps the most difficult task of the singer-songwriter: being open, honest, and true without becoming transparent. Expressing inner thoughts and abstractions without becoming obtuse. Clark ably manages on all counts, his powerful voice and slight dissonances preserving a bit of mystery. A very fine balancing act pulled off to perfection. Clark stretches his vocal skills on "Moonless Night" but never shows the slightest bit of strain. "Boys on Sand" is a campy fun tune which seems to fit right in with the "Saltwater" theme. Saving perhaps the best for last, Carlton closes with "Most of All," which to my ear sounds very much like something Joni herself might have written. It's solo Clark Carlton vocals and guitar, enhanced in the studio with just a touch of reverb. This song effectively recaps the entire album with its melodic twists, stylish vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics. This is the good stuff. Clark, if you're reading this, you should be damn proud. "Saltwater" is a great accomplishment. It defies categorization. Pop, rock, folk...I don't know. What I do know is that I like it a lot. Scott ------------------------------ End of onlyJMDL Digest V2000 #468 ********************************* ------- Post messages to the list by clicking here: mailto:joni@smoe.org Unsubscribe by clicking here: mailto:onlyjoni-digest-request@smoe.org?body=unsubscribe ------- Siquomb, isn't she?