NAMM TEC Awards 2020 (Joni Mitchell Receives the Les Paul Innovation Award)

Michael Braunstein along with Herbie Hancock present the 2020 NAMM TEC Awards Les Paul Innovation Award to the one and only Joni Mitchell.

[@lisadavis5475]

i'm an adopted kid. "Little Green" was my song. in 1979, when i was 18, i found my biological father. he was a folk singer in his hometown. when i visited him the first time, i went to the coffee house where he was playing. he played a couple songs, and then said, "this song's for my daughter, Lisa." and he played Little Green. it was his song for me too.

[@grai]

that's incredible such a wonderful song one of her best

[@TorTheWeirdo]

That’s so beautiful

[@electronbluepearl8591]

What a beautiful story. Wonderful that you found your dad

[@stevenferguson3764]

at the end of the day we want to matter to our mom and dad... It's a fucking struggle. It brings us amazing artist, and crazy killers. How do we balance this shit?

[@jamesblanshard9468]

Wow, what an amazing story, a Truly life changing event x

[@bigbandsrock1]

Who else besides me is in tears? No, I cannot imagine a world without Joni Mitchell. Bless her, always.

[@lnl3237]

Felt the same way watching Linda Ronstadt receiving the Kennedy Center Honor in December. Different gifts, but the same drive to move on "to the next thing." My how they used their time well! So grateful to both of them for making the monumental effort to attend these events. The eyes never change...just beautiful.

[@JT-sr2pl]

@@lnl3237 Was great to see her in this clip

[@lnl3237]

@@JT-sr2pl It truly was. I was just thinking how she, Ms. Ronstadt, and their contemporaries were so young as the country was convulsing with dissent, shocking brutality, an identity crisis, and expressions of peace and solidarity sometimes marred buy hedonism and senseless violence and destruction. And here they are now in advanced age, witnessing it yet again. How painful that must be for them. I wonder if their music will be revisited by a new generation who will find it to be surprisingly personal and relevant. I know both Ms. Mitchell and Ronstadt are coping with serious health issues. We are as well as a nation; we are gripped by viruses of the body, mind, and the soul. As always, music is such a powerful agent for change and healing, none more so, than that of Ms. Joni Mitchell. Nice of you to comment, Tom.

[@petemavus2948]

@@lnl3237 a beautifully written tribute to Joni, our past and present, our national spirit etc. So much awareness, such LOVE. I've been so concerned about J.M. throughout this pandemic especially. She just spoke (on the video - I almost cried for joy). I've been praying for her and that voice!!! God please continue to Bless, Guide and Protect her, you, me, US our World, Universe...Amen

[@lnl3237]

@@petemavus2948 What an uplifting message to greet my day! It became my morning prayer. I doubt Ms. Mitchell and Ms. Ronstadt read KZbin comments like yours, but I do hope and pray that when they are alone, enjoying moments of contentment and comfort, they allow themselves to experience the deep and abiding affection and gratitude we, the consumers of their art, feel for them. Their music permeated every mood, every emotion, and every phase of our lives. Just listened to Ms. Mitchell's "The Circle Game" the other day and marvelled at the wisdom contained in a song written by someone so young. Her "earthen vessel" may be worn and weary and dangerously fragile; it may soon break beyond repair, but the beauty it contained is with us forever. I pray there are courageous "poets" among us, who like Ms. Mitchell, will help us navigate the roiling rapids within us and around us today. God bless you, too, Pete, and thank you.

[@jeffdavidson7860]

I enjoyed Joni at 16, and now at 68. I met my wife when I was 18, and taught her how to play guitar. One of her first songs was Circle Game. I played it for her last night, and she cried. She told me that my guitar playing and singing led to her falling in love with me. We are now married almost 47 years. Thank you Joni, you badass matchmaker.

[@Longtack55]

Music shall keep you together eh.

[@johnnyjensen6067]

That's really beautiful to hear. May you have many more years together.

[@tomcoryell]

40 years for my wife and I. We play Steely Dan covers together almost nightly.

[@jeffdavidson7860]

tomcoryell listened them.this afternoon. No static at all. F.M.

[@Bebewhite88]

@@tomcoryell god bless👍🏻

[@chrisdunn1155]

I knew she'd been unwell - seriously unwell - so I can't tell you how happy I am to see her smiling in 2020 with a glass of wine in her hand. xxxxx

[@eenavid]

this was moving ,,i met joni in the early 8o,s ,when i was living in the west indies ,,i couldnt tell her i was a fan ,,she wouldnt have spoken to me then ,magical days ,,,dancing to rod stewart,,in a disco nite ,,,,

[@evanhughes1510]

Probably should lay off the booze and cigs

[@gabrieleschulze7627]

@@evanhughes1510 Yeah I thought that too. The smoking also destroyed her previously angelic voice. I mean, with age the voice loses brilliance anyway, but smoking makes it a lot worse

[@sunflower-oo1ff]

@@evanhughes1510 yeah..but its too late now.... :( she gave us all she could gave us, and for that, I am grateful. ;)

[@Anne6621]

when ever i see Joni in any interview i always end up crying . how is it we were young just yesterday and today we are old

[@elizabethmcleod246]

Tee Twetherlow Have a Happy Birthday.

[@bakedcreations8985]

Yep, time flys by, she was such a cute little sweet ass singing bird, hope after death we all born and stay young

[@michaeldillon1027]

Because time flies.

[@paulcaine2603]

Herbie Hancock, that's was one hell of a speech, much appreciated.

[@John-km2uw]

Mr. Herbie Hancock, your description of Joni is amazing, wonderfully spoken and perfectly inclusive of her nature. Thank you for the delivery, and thank you for being there for her...j

[@jondoyle44]

Yes Sir...,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Herbies Songlist... 8:08

[@rglinton4241]

OMG! I'm 70 this month and only Joni can still make me cry tears of joy and the equally important tears of sorrow. I am still amazed at her poetry and she is still #1 in my heart. Congratulations!!!🌞

[@johngraydon506]

Well said ‘m with you Gene, since 69

[@petemavus2948]

Same here Gene and BTW.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂 GOD BLESS 🙏 STAY WELL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@moonlitme]

Whoever you are, wherever you are, whenever you see this, raise your glass to toast this wonderful woman....

[@clsatc]

Joni Mitchell is my all time favorite songwriter.

[@davenero8243]

Elton John and Billy Joel can write some good stuff too.

[@prestonnorris9822]

Joni Mitchell and Carole King are two of my all time favorites 💚💜💙

[@GjaP_242]

2:02

[@GjaP_242]

14:13

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello how are you doing today..

[@denyseguy3979]

Joni has inspired me for fifty years. She is a legend filled with creativity and courage. Great to see this acknowledgement!

[@JamesHarris-hl2bm]

She's one of a kind. An absolute classic! Canada has produced so many greats: Joni, Leonard Cohen, K.D. Lang, Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Young, Anne Murray, Celine, etc., but Mitchell is by far, the most unique of them all.

[@cactaceous]

Mr. Cohen was pretty unique if you asked me.

[@johnrochester4816]

Love em all and Glenn Gould,the Band,Drake

[@johnvalentine3456]

You might need to expand your listening into some more challenging types of music...Paul Bley, Glenn Gould, Oscar Peterson , Cdn geniuses all, come to mind

[@jointstrike2]

Bruce Cockburn is right behind Joni

[@lads.7715]

How William Shatner could be left off any of these lists is beyond comprehension!

[@krobk1953]

What a treasure this lady is. Hard to watch this without tearing up. There are no words that can truly express her greatness. So wonderful to see how her health has improved so much. We still need her inspiration here with us on this plane.

[@Lainer1]

She is a genius. She is an innovator. She is a warrior. Who else can write their own songs/poems, sing them, play them on a guitar she created the genius tunings for, while also being able to paint/sketch professionally? She is the real jazz singer or ascended singer/artist. She is the only one with this infinite amount of talent that has never ceased. She is the only one of these past two centuries that is like this. Cherish her.

[@DD-hy1nl]

Joni still has those sparkling blue eyes that shine right through...I love this lady, she is one of a kind..I love Joni and her music, even now as I grow older with her.

[@bevklayman4158]

I see the intense eyes of a baby, as if she's returned to her origin.

[@vickishook9715]

I consider myself blessed that I got to be on this planet when she was alive.

[@frizzydong]

Me too!

[@rickjt62]

Ditto

[@m.c.heavyset]

Same Proud to be old school. Found out about Joni Mitchell in 1988,my mom found out about her back in the day when she was singing Woodstock and all her first album.

[@zindi1138]

Was...wtf

[@keithmccaslyn2527]

I swear I do too, I've said thee same thing about JFK,RFK & Jimi Hendrix,though I was a kid,when they were here too. Peace and Love Ya Always Joni Mitchell !!

[@karenkueter8975]

This woman is definitely “bad-ass” and brave. She indeed has changed the paradigm as so eloquently stated. I listen to her and am lifted each time to serene heights where clouds, like waves of cream, gently wash over me. What an inspiration! Thank you for being, Joni. I love you. You’ve walked a path few others have and I among many others am grateful.

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello how are you doing today..

[@winesnout]

One of the greatest songwriters of all time and an inspiration all my life. It made me feel so happy to see her. Greetings from Germany.

[@JohnDoe-gk7ok]

Blue is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard.

[@goodun2974]

John Doe, a correction, the entire "Blue" record is one of the most beautiful I've ever heard.

[@augenbutter]

Herbie 80 years old, Joni 77 years old, both brilliant souls, forged by the fire of tests and the wheels of time.

[@asama1959]

Congratulations Joni, you had earned it years before ... I love you and your music.

[@raetass4945]

At high school portraits for yearbook in 1974, we were asked what we wanted to say under our photos: my line was "only a dark cocoon before I get my gorgeous wings and fly away"... from "the last time I saw Richard", Blue album, Joni Mitchell. She had that much effect on me at the age of 18. I listen to her songs to this day at age 64. She has been with me through many phases of my life. I can't thank her enough!

[@cactaceous]

As soon as I saw her drinking wine I realized she's doing much better than I thought.

[@evanhughes1510]

She ought to lay off the booze regardless

[@glamourprofession1980]

@@evanhughes1510 what does she have to lose or gain? Let her have a drink on the way out.

[@bevklayman4158]

I think the main culprit was her smoking, and that's gone.

[@colleenkissinger4673]

So happy to see and hear this treasure stand and speak! Joni has fearlessly shared her dreams, her loves and losses. Unique, brilliant music and lyrics that lift, edify, educate and offer solace. God bless her!

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello how are you doing today..

[@normc8169]

I am so lucky to have been there the same time Joni were. A so vast musical universe she gave us all. Thank you dear Joni. God bless you

[@MrMinxie]

Joni's words, music and painting have been immensely important to me since first hearing her as a teenager. Most important artist of the 20th century, nobody else comes close...

[@robertjasso6673]

A lot of earned respect for a brave innovator. Great profile of Joni Mitchell the artist and explorer by Herbie Hancock

[@kalsti1]

Glad to see her accepting the award -still elegantly original and gracious. Will always love her! ✨

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello how are you doing today..

[@Last_one_before_I_go]

Herbie hit the nail on the head describing her journey through the creation of her music. She's an immense talent and moved a generation with her creativity and musical ingenuity. The musical world is a far more inventive place because of her work.

[@ruslinleaves]

Joni is one of a kind, once in a generation, an artist for the ages. Who better to speak to her genius than another, incredibly articulate genius: Herbie Hancock.

[@petemavus2948]

" incredibly articulate " and deft at expressing complex multi faceted emotions, truths and people(s). Stay well Rob...All !!!

[@nevjenkins5047]

Her music makes the hair on my neck stand up every time I play it... absolute legend!!!!

[@marionbarker8547]

Joni is a genius. Her talent spans the artistic spectrum. In 1972 I was a sophomore in college. Joni was playing in DC. I wrote away for tickets (how quaint!) and included a note with my check saying that my friends and I were coming up from central VA, so could we please have good seats. Imagine our surprise and delight when we were ushered to the second row. She was sublime, in a long blue dress with just a guitar and dulcimer and her ethereal voice. And of course her lyrics.

[@sh230968]

Wow. Very interesting and nice.

[@lesizmor9079]

Absolutely deserved. Wish they had gotten around to this 10 years ago.....

[@markmarsh27]

It takes a Musical Genius to fully understand and properly explain another Musical Genius. ... Herbie Hancock was the PERFECT CHOICE for this Tribute. .... I cried when I saw how old Joni has become. .... She'll always be my first mad crush and I'll always be looking for a woman just like Her.

[@melaniegraf3335]

Both Joni and Laura nyro brought such creativity and honest passions to a world so hungry for these very things...thank u for helping me navigate a visceral world I had no education for & and for being a voice for those of us who often felt mute

[@bevklayman4158]

I'm so happy you acknowledged the two of them in this way together. I couldn't agree more!

[@mirrortime]

If Herbie made that whole commentary up on the fly, my mind will be blown. What a wonderful man. Joni's music lives in our hearts. What a lovely gift.

[@deanallen9660]

WOW! Listen to those people! She's the perfect recipient. A ground breaker from the first song!

[@phyllisalippert-kelly524]

Have followed Joni’s music since the late 60’a & was fortunate to see her perform in Miami, in the 70’s... She is one of a kind 💞

[@jamesdohnalek2052]

You are “””ONE OF A KIND”””. Joni .... A super great singer, musician, artists. You are still looking great. Love that smile.

[@garyengler165]

"There are artists who come along once in a great while who change the whole paradigm of the medium" - that says it all Mr. Hancock. That says it all. Joni was so far ahead of me that it was years before I got old enough to appreciate - fully appreciate - what she was creating. And the moment my mind "got it" was indelible. And musically life changing.

[@scottmasson3039]

This is an overwhelmingly beautiful tribute to one of the greatest artists of all time.

[@Barbarra63297]

Mid 70’s, tuning my guitar to open D, playing Joni’s ‘Radio’ and getting lost in her words and music. I am 66 now and Joni’s music is and always will be the most beautiful sound for me. Thank you Joni.

[@carlodangelo1]

we were not supposed to get old ! i just hope she is happy and fulfilled.

[@sheercerebralpower]

It is hard to imagine the world without Joni Mitchell’s music.....

[@tieukhavu8832]

My favorite song of all time: "Both sides now"

[@johnrochester4816]

All we ever wanted was just to Come in from the Cold

[@tieukhavu8832]

@@johnrochester4816 is it also a Joni song?

[@lucylou5766]

Wow, Joni! When a legend in his own right so perceptively describes you in the terms Hancock chose for that speech, you know that the world has properly recognised your immense contribution to writing, art and music. You will always be number 1 in my heart.

[@petemavus2948]

"Ditto"

[@roberthurley6860]

If watching this doesn't bring a tear to your eyes you're not human. What a treasure Miss Joni Mitchell is. The world will not see the likes of her again, and how lucky are we to have her here with us during our time on earth.

[@janec.9706]

I wish I could skate away on that River with you Joni

[@dosanchoas]

a bit somber, but my FAVORITE Christmas song!

[@TheNeverposts]

glad to see she's better

[@thomasm934]

Thank you for your music Joni Mitchell!

[@youkyouk7471]

I was so moved to see Joni's face 🙏❤️😭 Love from France !

[@stephenfermoyle1498]

JONI IS TRULY A GREAT ARTIST THE BEST UNIQUE AND WILL ALWAYS STAND THE TEST OF TIME

[@carlacapalbooficial]

Me! I simply love very dearly this great artist and woman! I am sobbing here! 😭

[@josephconsoli4128]

I can so remember being a kid and hearing "Help Me" playing in the mall while shopping with my mother. Joni's unique sound brings back so many childhood memories. Where did the time go??!

[@tomcoryell]

I play Edith and the Kingpin in a loop for about half an hour sometimes because to me it is the perfect musical recording. Perfect in every way.

[@RobertJohnson-zg6bc]

What a beautiful touching and heartfelt speech from one amazing artist to another. Thank you Herbie Hancock for saying what we all think and know. Joni is so unique, there is no-one else like her in music. A pioneer and groundbreaker in what she has done for all singer-songwriters and an artist in the truest sense of the word.

[@frewofstew6304]

She is the feminine genius...that many times gets overlooked. We need this balance!

[@christinesullivan1229]

Another example of the US honouring their precious artists. So lovely. Always done with such respect and style. Very moving. We cant imagine a world without this powerful woman's unique and universal voice.

[@jeffbilby9415]

Such a beautiful moment, Herbie able to say just the right words, Joni, so fragile yet with so few words, humble and appreciative, tears well up, decades of excellent music, outstanding award!

[@paulworthington8666]

Would it not be more accurate to say that she blended her poetry and music, both perfect on their own, into something that lifts the soul even beyond both? She is one of the greatest artists of our time.

[@bobbobbyb4352]

Wonderful tribute from the amazing Herbie Hancock to Joni Mitchell whose songs are mile markers in my life. Bless you both.

[@thomgibbson-six1171]

You hit the creative process on the nail...most do not look for fame. Only an outlet ...to express there God given talent.

[@thomgibbson-six1171]

No I am not after fame...why cause I am famous in my father's eyes... No , I am after fact and truth in the creative process ..

[@edmundmcgrath213]

@@thomgibbson-six1171 hahahhahahhhahahhha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GeorgeOforiAtta]

So long overdue that Joni received this award. May the Rock Gods embrace her always! Such amazing ballads she has made.

[@ellenborgers4767]

So long overdue. Truly a musical genius, truly an innovator🌹♥️❗️🙏😊👍

[@woodwork5574]

Who could ever forget her voice.I can’t think of another artist out there today that can match her talents.But then I’m biased.

[@Souljahna]

I loved and will always love the beautiful Joni Mitchell.

[@tbloopner]

I was driving across the burning desert When I spotted six jet planes Leaving six white vapor trails across the bleak terrain It was the hexagram of the heavens It was the strings of my guitar Amelia, it was just a false alarm

[@Defiant1212]

An angel sent to bring much joy to millions. Thank you and God bless you always Joni.

[@stevedrums1675]

Very moving to see her recovering and getting out again to be with her friends and compatriots. Wishing her nothing but the best and a continued recovery.

[@tammybrown4901]

One of my all time favorite song writers

[@riggstwenty2]

Chalkmark in a Rainstorm was the first Joni album I bought and it continues to be my favourite. Such a talented Woman and deserving of every award.

[@AliothSenator]

Those eyes speak wisdom.

[@evanhughes1510]

She was a loose woman who was always pretty full of herself.

[@terrylaguardia6838]

@@evanhughes1510 Those who think foully are so - and understand nothing of what Hancock just explained so thoroughly.

[@evanhughes1510]

@@terrylaguardia6838 sorry but it’s true. She slept with almost everyone

[@ellenborgers4767]

She is one special creative artist - painter, poet, yes, a true Renaissance woman, and like me, a person concerned about making art influence world politics. Honor our fragile earth, honor nature, respect our one true home...Don’t t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got till you’ve destroyed it...Honor our earth, our oceans, the air we breathe, all things beautiful and fragile that are upon it...❤️🌹❗️🙏

[@Boddissatva]

Joni’s music is nothing but truth. See saw it, lived it and wrote her life. Her music is pure Magic

[@brucecolemancfo5087]

The album, 'Blue' is one of the few albums I can listen to from beginning to end and love every part of it. It is an iconic album.

[@LPCustom3]

I feel so lucky to have witnessed her first tour in 1969! She was AMAZING!

[@Deliquescentinsight]

One of a kind, this is a wonderful acknowledgement

[@edwardspearing5148]

The LP record.. Hissing of Summer Lawns.. Getting home in the morning after me night shifts.. Had to have me fix of that recording..love it.

[@basilthrush3537]

Totally agree with you. Personally I think it her best album.

[@ejb7969]

That was the record that woke me up to her genius. I worked at a record store, and the day it came out we played it through 3 times in a row. I was hooked forever. I worked backwards through her earlier records, then eagerly awaited every new one after that. She should have gotten Dylan's Nobel Prize -- or at least shared it. He's never been on my wavelength, but I pick up her signal loud and clear.

[@edwardspearing5148]

@@ejb7969 As it flies.. One of me favourite recordings is the Bob n The Band's Basement Tapes.. Just makes me happy go lucky as it meanders along.. As good as n vaunted so much that Blood on the Tracks is.. I'd grab a hold of Hissing from a burning house before it. The running order of the title track n Shades of Scarlet coupling up.. Immense.

[@ScottHz]

I was amazed to find the vinyl LPs (new!) of HOSL and DJRD in the cutout bin of the university bookstore in '84!

[@jayaybe1]

What an amazing tribute from Herbie!

[@qualaup]

Love her music ! ! !

[@LIVASheirlooms]

So moving. It saddens me to see what time does to a once vibrant and energetic human. A national treasure.

[@thehouseofcm]

I'm so glad that this goddess of song has the strength to stand and speak. Her mind is to glorious to be broken.🙏

[@deanbarkanic1436]

Well-deserved!! I love you, Joni!!

[@ghoulsbumps]

Her music was a huge part of my childhood. I was obsessed with the movie practical magic as a child, and her song Case of You plays during a scene. I always found myself going back to that song and falling in love with it over and over again. When I got older, I learned to appreciate her more and listened through all of her albums. Now she's one of my favorite singers of all time. I hope she's finding peace and healing and is healthy at this time in the world. I'm so thankful for her and her art. She deserves nothing but peace.

[@frewofstew6304]

Because she was way ahead of us! We grew and caught up to her! I sometimes appreciate I kind of went away as she changed...because now I have so much of the art I missed to catch up on! It's all very wonderful today! It's like hearing her fresh as we grow older and now understand and appreciate what we might of missed! She is a lifetime blessing to the way we view our souls. What a journey she took this generation on! Her work will take future generations on that journey as well...as they build on it! She braved a path and had enough tenacity to leave behind the goods!

[@colinwilliams553]

The last waltz has got to be one of my favorite rock documentary movies of all time.Every musician in that movie was great however four of my favorite singers stand out. Neil young, muddy waters,Bob Dylan....and JONI MITCHELL.

[@petemavus2948]

I see you saved the best for last...jmo....but definitely 4 of the greatest !!!

[@dosanchoas]

refresh my memory....?what was HER featured song in film?

[@petemavus2948]

@@dosanchoasyou could Google it but I'm pretty sure... Coyote, Shadows And Light, Furry Sings The Blues - JONI

[@dosanchoas]

@@petemavus2948 thanks, Pete!

[@petemavus2948]

@@dosanchoas You're welcome, Stay Well !!!

[@IanPatrickOfficial]

WHAT a LEGEND. Joni your music will always be FANTASTIC...

[@Wufwufwuf3]

Followed her Music, so Poetic! Amazing Artist! A pleasure to see her Perform!

[@okonspruce]

Amazing Joni, a well-deserved award - Bravo! Herbie's eloquent description of Joni's essence rings so very clear in the thoughts of her fans all over the world. I was so very fortunate to have grown up on Joni's music beginning in '67 at the age of 17 and continue to listen to her words of raw emotion & honesty to this day. Thank you Joni for "keeping it real" & wearing your heart on your sleeve. In gratitude from Toronto, Canada.

[@MUSICADELCENTRO]

Love and respect. Joni will always be bad ass; a godess.

[@davidarcherimages]

Such a great presentation speech by Herbie about such a deserving recipient...she IS a bad ass like he said!

[@raywite6665]

Such a soundtrack for mony lives over many decades.

[@pilippepine3299]

The greatest female songwriter artist ever..!!!!

[@rebeccahelen502]

Like many, I'm a Niagara Falls of tears. I adore Joni, and my life is much fuller of light for having her music and art in it.

[@tieukhavu8832]

She still looks great with 76 years

[@Hwy20W]

No she doesn't

[@tieukhavu8832]

@@Hwy20W Just take a look at the front cover of the live tribute album Joni 75.

[@tieukhavu8832]

Just take a look at the front cover of the live tribute album Joni 75.

[@stargazer1359]

@Mikey moo She is a very heavy smoker, nearly every interview, she smokes all the while. Ages people terribly.

[@tieukhavu8832]

@@stargazer1359 That didn't mean that she doesn't look great anymore. But her mellifluous voice is gone - That's a fact.

[@HearturMind]

No one captures a moment like Joni. And yes, she is a badass! She absolutely blazed trail after trail for women and men to follow in, looking great doing it without makeup artists or stylists. Great job Mr. Hancock!

[@audreydavis8456]

Love her music, her writing and her printings.

[@petemavus2948]

I appreciate many of her paintings as well

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello how are you doing today.

[@tourist54]

there aren't enough awards on this earth who can testify the importance of this genious . Jony has influenced dozens of millions people of any age,at any latitude of this Planet. If you are a musician, you're bound to love her. If you like poetry,she'll make you mad. If you are a simple human being,she'll soon become you're best friend. If you like a simple acoustic guitar, or an entire orchestra , you'll hear her spirit grab your soul istantly. If you like something more sophisticated than a ballad or a piano-voice solo song, Joni is ahead of you with jazzy arrangements and musicians ( C.Mingus, Pastorious, M.Brecker just to name a few, including his mentor that night Herbie Hangkok). Make sure you don't miss anything created by this Fallen Angel because nothing is to be missed.... I thank God for Joni's company, wisdom and art during my last 50 yrs . Long Live Joni !

[@davidbryanbartlett4071]

What a great Songwriter & Musician- I met Joni back in the 1960s Yorkville Ave Toronto, at that time I pro a Pro Photographer, sat down and had a conversation with young lady. Congrats Joni well deserved

[@VanceFrench]

Wow, so great to see Joni!

[@tacmason]

My Favorite Visionary song writer-one of the most haunting singers-Bravest- most charming Artists that ever lived !!!!

[@ellenh9381]

The master at a loss for words. I’m lucky to have grown up with her music. Give Blue a listen, it’s great.

[@titseramboy6216]

Yeah! A true revolutionary song writer, singer and an artist.

[@unclebobunclebob]

So Damned good to hear her say even those few words.

[@spaa-qw3sj]

Everyone loves Joni.

[@sheercerebralpower]

My go to Joni records as a 16 year in the 80s, were Wild Things Run Fast,Dog Eat Dog, Chalk Mark in a Rainstorm,Hejira,Don Juans Reckless Daughter,Miles of Aisles,Shadows and Light,Blue.....