Renowned singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell has recently unveiled an exciting new box set that celebrates her enduring passion for jazz music, aptly titled Joni’s Jazz. This highly anticipated collection showcases her impressive artistry and is a must-have for any music enthusiast.

The extensive 61-track compilation, which will be available in both CD and vinyl formats, spans nearly the entirety of Mitchell’s remarkable catalog, beginning with her groundbreaking debut album, Song to a Seagull. The collection features a mix of studio recordings, live performances, and unique alternate takes, including two previously unreleased demos from 1980. One of these noteworthy tracks, titled “Be Cool,” can be enjoyed below.

Specifically, Joni’s Jazz highlights her collaborations with iconic jazz musicians such as Wayne Shorter, Jaco Pastorius, Herbie Hancock, and Charles Mingus, who all contributed to various albums throughout Mitchell’s career. Additionally, the collection features her guest performances on Hancock’s Grammy-winning record, River: The Joni Letters, expanding the appreciation of her influence in the jazz genre.

For those interested in the details, a complete track listing is available below, showcasing the breadth of talent and musical diversity present in this incredible box set.

In a heartfelt tribute, Mitchell has dedicated Joni’s Jazz to Wayne Shorter, who sadly passed away in 2023. In a statement, she expressed, “It was a joy to play with him. He will be missed, but he will remain alive for me in this music.” This dedication underscores the deep connections she formed with her fellow artists and the lasting impact they have had on her work.

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In recent years, Mitchell has been actively releasing compilations as part of her Joni Mitchell Archives series, with the latest installment, Vol. 4, arriving last year. In the liner notes for that release, she candidly shared, “When people ask me my favorite album, it’s going to be Joni’s Jazz.” This statement reflects her profound connection to this collection and its significance in her discography.

Explore the Complete Track Listing for Joni’s Jazz:
CD One
1. “Blue”
2. “Trouble Man” – Kyle Eastwood feat. Joni Mitchell
3. “Moon At The Window” – Demo 2 *
4. “Be Cool” – Demo 2 *
5. “Harlem In Havana”
6. “Cherokee Louise”
7. “Come In From The Cold”
8. “In France They Kiss On Main Street”
9. “Nothing Can Be Done”
10. “Sex Kills”
11. “Edith And The Kingpin”
12. “Cold Blue Steel And Sweet Fire”
13. “The Jungle Line”
14. “Shades Of Scarlett Conquering”
15. “Yvette In English”
16. “Marcie”
17. “A Bird That Whistles”

CD Two
1. “Love”
2. “Comes Love”
3. “The Man I Love” – Herbie Hancock feat. Joni Mitchell
4. “At Last”
5. “You’re My Thrill”
6. “Sometimes I’m Happy”
7. “Stay In Touch”
8. “The Crazy Cries Of Love”
9. “Face Lift”
10. “Sweet Sucker Dance” – Early Alternate Version
11. “You Dream Flat Tires”
12. “Answer Me, My Love”
13. “Love Puts On A New Face”
14. “Both Sides Now”

CD Three
1. “Harry’s House/Centerpiece”
2. “Sunny Sunday”
3. “Hana”
4. “Last Chance Lost”
5. “Smokin’ (Empty, Try Another)”
6. “Hejira” – Live at The Santa Barbara County Bowl (10/9/79)
7. “Refuge Of The Roads”
8. “Paprika Plains”
9. “Blue Motel Room”
10. “Black Crow”
11. “Off Night Backstreet”
12. “Just Like This Train”
13. “No Apologies”
14. “Not To Blame”
15. “The Magdalene Laundries”

CD Four
1. “The Sire Of Sorrow (Job’s Sad Song)”
2. “God Must Be A Boogie Man”
3. “A Chair In The Sky”
4. “Goodbye Pork Pie Hat” – Live at The Santa Barbara County Bowl (10/9/79)
5. “The Tea Leaf Prophecy (Lay Down Your Arms)” – Herbie Hancock feat. Joni Mitchell
6. “Shine”
7. “If I Had A Heart”
8. “Impossible Dreamer”
9. “One Week Last Summer”
10. “Summertime” – Live at Newport Folk Festival (7/22/23)
11. “Stormy Weather”
12. “Two Grey Rooms” – Demo 5
13. “The Dry Cleaner From Des Moines”
14. “Twisted”
15. “If”

* Previously Unreleased