Shadows and Light, released in 1980, captures Joni Mitchell live in concert during her Mingus tour, backed by an all-star jazz fusion band including Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius, Michael Brecker, and Lyle Mays. The performances blend her folk and jazz-influenced eras with dynamic arrangements, highlighting her evolution as a live performer and bandleader.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. Introduction
A2. In France They Kiss On Main Street
A3. Edith And The Kingpin
A4. Coyote
A5. Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
Side B:
B1. The Dry Cleaner From Des Moines
B2. Amelia
B3. Pat's Solo
B4. Hejira
Side C:
C1. Black Crow
C2. Don's Solo
C3. Dreamland
C4. Free Man In Paris
C5. Band Introduction
C6. Furry Sings The Blues
Side D:
D1. Why Do Fools Fall In Love
D2. Shadows And Light
D3. God Must Be A Boogie Man
D4. Woodstock
Asylum Records
2024
2LP
Red & Clear
603497826711
N/A