Joan Armatrading: Whatever’s For Us (1972)
It’s no accident that Joan Armatrading’s debut, Whatever’s For Us, invites comparison to Elton John, Joni Mitchell and Cat Stevens. Producer Gus Dudgeon…
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Joan Armatrading: “Lonely Lady” (1973)
Joan released this second, nonalbum single in the late summer of 1973 before breaking her relationship with Cube in the UK. Both tracks…
Joan Armatrading: Back To The Night (1975)
Joan’s second album is a stronger effort than her first, in more ways a harbinger of the good things to come on her…
Joan Armatrading (1976)
Listening to her first two records, you had the sense that Joan Armatrading was someone special, but you didn’t know how special until…
Joan Armatrading: Show Some Emotion (1977)
This is an even better showcase for her multi-faceted musical talents than her last album, and that album was stunning. Again produced by…
Joan Armatrading: Steppin’ Out (1979)
A live album recorded with yet another backing band, this time featuring Richie Hayward and Lon Price. Steppin’ Out is a little out…
Joan Armatrading: Secret Secrets (1985)
[Kronomyth 11.0:] The Confessions of a Secret Admirer.
Joan Armatrading: Sleight of Hand (1986)
Joan took matters into her own hands this time, producing the record and handling all the guitar parts. Sleight of Hand does contain…
[Review] Recorded Highlights of The Prince’s Trust 10th Anniversary Birthday Party (1987)
Rock’s royalty and real royalty join forces for a good cause that actually pre-dates Live Aid.
[Review] Joan Armatrading: The Shouting Stage (1988)
Joan enters her “mature artist phase” by exploring sophisticated arrangements rather than rocking out.