- Audio CD (Oct 25 1990)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: A&M
- ASIN: B000008CYM
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette | LP Record
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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Album Description
Remastered reissue of the under-appreciated singer/songwrriter's classic 1972 debut album, currently out-of-print domestically. Includes definitive sleeve notes on her career and two bonus tracks, 'Lonely Lady' and 'Together In Words And Music'. Includes the highly acclaimed artwork from the original release. 2001 release. Standard jewel case.
Album Details
Reissue of her 1972 debut release. Guest musicians include guitarist Davey Johnstone & percussionist Ray Cooper from Elton John's band & drummer Henry Spinetti from Paul McCartney's Wings band. Currently out of print in the USA. Includes 2 bonus tracks.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Chills,
By A Customer
This review is from: Whatevers For Us (Audio CD)
I confess I have not been a big Joan Armatrading fan, mostly through ignorance. I have not heard all the contents of this release yet but I felt compelled to comment on one cut in particular that I am familiar with. I have owned this piece for more than 20 years -- as released on a "teaser" anthology of music on behalf of Altec-Lansing (the speaker people) entitled "Odyssey." Included on the disc are Sheryl Dilcher, The Strawbs, Rick Wakeman, Sandy Denny and Quincy Jones. The Armatrading title I refer to is "It Could Have Been Better," which was taken from the Whatever's For Us album. To my mind, not only is this the highlight of the "Odyssey" recording, it may well be the greatest piece of popular music to have never been a major hit. The lush orchestral accompaniment is without peer in contrast to Joan's understated vocal rendition. This piece is so well done it sends chills down my spine every time I hear it. If you haven't had this treat, I urge you to indulge yourself ... if only for this one piece of music.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Early Joan work essential listening,
By William (Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Whatevers For Us (Audio CD)
'Whatever's For Us' was once a difficult album to find, and is probably why alot of people thought that her career began with 1976's self titled album. 'Whatever's For Us' is simply a stunning album with some beautiful piano playing. Highlights include 'Alice' and 'It Could Have Been Better'. The opening track 'My Family' is the perfect choice, and as the inner sleeve notes suggest, very early Elton John sounding. The repackaged CD allows us all to truly appreciate the beginning of Joan Armatrading, who in my opinion is underrated in many countries. This CD also includes a bonus single which was also previously hard to find. If you buy this, then the album "Joan Armatrading", you will really appreciate this fine artist. Two listens of the song "Love and Affection" will cement your thoughts on how great she is.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent early Joan music....,
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This review is from: Whatevers For Us (Audio CD)
Being a big Joan Armatrading fan from way back I'vebeen seeing this collection of tunes here and there in music stores and I had heard a few of these tunes but never picked this up, I know it was hard to come by at one time. This is well worth the listen. Great singing and production and although Joan came out with her middle 70's masterpiece "Joan Armatrading" just a few years later, this collection has it shares of moments all over it. Great to finally own this, I hear so much of early Elton John's piano style in many cuts and her vocals & guitar playing are just awesome.
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