Joni Mitchell performs in public for first time in nine years

Joni Mitchell surprised the Newport Folk Festival crowd when she joined Brandi Carlile onstage for her first public performance in nine years. Anthony Mason spoke with Mitchell about recovering from a near-fatal brain aneurysm, teaching herself to play the guitar again and making her return to the stage.

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[TheDreamingJune]

In my opinion, Joni should get the Nobel Prize for Literature. She's every bit as deserving as Bob Dylan. Her music and poetry is staggering.

[chuckduzzie]

“Both Sides Now” … writing that song when she was 19 years old ….. Amazing … Heroic!!!
We ALL Love You Joni Mitchell

[bernlin]

To see her pick up that guitar again...yeah, instant tears, and that was after the instant tears from hearing her sing again. Seriously, one of the most surprising and blessed musical moments of my life, the good kind. All sort of people on that stage tearing up too, including Brandi. She made this happen, such a hero!!

[chrisgordon]

Wow, just wow.l’m almost 65 years old, and l’ve seen plenty of things that have left me, sadly, very jaded. Seeing this? Well, I cried like I haven’t cried in a long, long time. Thank you for still being the incredible Joni Mitchell!!!!

[sandramorey]

She is such an inspiration. I am 82 & still singing, but not in her league. Aging gives everyone a set of challenges & she has plenty. She truly is amazing. Thanks for this wonderful interview.
She deserves all the accolades

[legendn]

Crying like a baby. She is a beautiful soul and legend.

[bjbinmke]

I've been waiting for this day for years, so she could prove it to herself that she could, never thinking that it would actually happen.
Congratulations to our genius song-writer. She learned how to play guitar AGAIN? Thank you SO MUCH, Brandi Carlile.

[kimhogan]

Awesome!! So glad Brandi is helping Joni regain her confidence.

[stardustho]

I am absolutely in pieces. To see her in such good shape is so emotional because I really thought it was over when she almost died from the aneurysm. This is so incredible.

[lilsheba]

This was incredible to watch! I'm so glad she's recovered enough to perform again!

[sharynearl]

Joni is wonderful! Wow! Kudos to Brandi Carlile for putting this set together!

[hippydippy]

Joni is a National Treasure. She has been through a lot & has alway's somehow managed to came out the other side. Bless her heart.

[jimbonacum]

Wow! This is wonderful! And the fact that she played her guitar again! People who are not guitar players probably don't realize what an incredible guitarist she is. The average person thinks that heavy metal shredders are great players, and many of them have great technique. But Joni belongs to a special pantheon of players that play the instrument in their own unique way. No one else plays like she does. In a world where everything seems so terrible these days seeing Joni playing and singing in front of a live audience is the best thing I have seen in a very long time.

[Blakeproski]

I was born during WW2. I grew up with folk music in the 50's and 60's. Joni Mitchel and her music has been a part of my life since she began her career. I was privileged to be at this closing night concert and see this performance. I will carry this memory to my grave !! Thank you Joni Mitchell for so many years of beautiful music and so many fond memories!! And to Brandi Carlile, a very special thanks for helping this wonderful brave treasure to grace us with her music again!!

[robertdocwaltz]

Two of the greatest singer-songwriters EVER, not just of “their generation.”

[Rawrmuffin]

Thank you to Brandi for helping give Joni her shining moment again❤️❤️

[kellymeidinger]

Brandi is a amazing at lifting others up! She is such a kind, giving, beautiful soul. Love her music!

[amandajones]

Here in the UK - we are awed by Joni's courage and willpower. Her strength, and the beauty of the songs. And that voice !!! Dare we hope for Glastonbury '23 ?

[tenofivelips]

Joni is the sound track of my childhood in the 70s. As a New Englander, I'm grateful we showed her the love she deserves.

[Nicksonian]

I know multitudes across the globe love Joni, but it still seems she never has received the recognition she’s due. Joni’s fighting, restless spirit drove her to keep pushing the envelope and exploring new ways to express herself. Many didn’t like her evolution beyond folk music—just as many criticized her friend Bob Dylan—but I am so grateful that her Hejira took her through folk, pop, rock, jazz, and even classical. And she’s an accomplished visual artist to boot. Love you Joni!