Archives - volume 2 : the Reprise years (1968-1971)

"Much like the volume before it, this installment of the archive series is a must for Joni completists, zeroing in on one of her most vibrant phases. If the first volume of the Joni Mitchell Archives tracked the development of an artist finding her voice, Volume 2 illuminates the creative process from a time when that voice was reaching its zenith".

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"A follow-up to her initial volume of archives, released in 2020, Archives Vol. 2 follows Joni Mitchell through one of her most prolific periods, the era leading up to her major masterpiece, the beautiful album Blue. The box delves into the roots of those initial outings, courtesy of demos, alternate versions, and a number of live tracks. With more than 120 of said unreleased offerings, it could be considered a must for any Mitchell fan".

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"After the years covered on this collection, Mitchell's career was still studded with moments of brilliance, but the three years captured the artist at her best. So, this is not only a treasure trove for Mitchell completists, but it's also a definitive chronicle of the ascent of the greatest artist of the singer-songwriter genre. It's a credit to her talent that none of the tracks - even outtakes and alternate versions of memorable songs - feel superfluous. The live tunes are especially poignant and captivating because we're privy to an artist growing into her talents and gift".

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"From first brushes with fame to feted genius".