Joan Baez is an iconic American contemporary folk musician known for her powerful voice and activism.
Born into a politically active family, Baez's upbringing in a Quaker household shaped her commitment to pacifism and social issues.
Baez was inspired by folk musician Pete Seeger, which led her to pursue a career in music that spans over 60 years.
Biography
Early Life
Joan Chandos Baez was born on January 9, 1941, in Staten Island, New York City. She grew up in a family deeply rooted in activism and music; her father, Albert Baez, was a physicist and a co-inventor of the X-ray microscope, while her mother, Joan Chandos Baez, was a Scottish immigrant and the daughter of an Anglican priest. Joan was the second of three sisters, all of whom became political activists and musicians. The Baez family converted to Quakerism during her childhood, which influenced Joan's commitment to pacifism and social justice throughout her life.
Music Career
Baez's musical journey began in her teenage years when she was inspired by folk musician Pete Seeger. She learned to play the guitar and began performing publicly, quickly establishing herself in the burgeoning folk music scene of Boston in the late 1950s. Over her illustrious career, Baez has released more than 30 albums, including notable works like "Joan Baez," "Diamonds & Rust," and "Any Day Now." Her music often features themes of protest and social justice, reflecting her activism. Baez's collaborations with other artists, including Bob Dylan, helped shape the folk music landscape of the 1960s.
Legacy
Joan Baez is not only celebrated for her music but also for her unwavering commitment to human rights and social causes. She has received numerous accolades, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2021, she was honored as part of the Kennedy Center Honors, recognizing her contributions to music and activism. Baez continues to inspire generations with her powerful voice and dedication to justice, making her a significant figure in both music and social movements.
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Discography
Dark Chords on a Big Guitar2003
- 1.Sleeper4:36
- 2.In My Time of Need4:33
- 3.Rosemary Moore5:16
- 4.Caleb Meyer2:32
- 5.Motherland4:44
- 6.Wings4:01
- 7.Rexroth's Daughter5:19
- 8.Elvis Presley Blues4:40
- 9.King's Highway3:28
- 10.Christmas in Washington5:14
Gone From Danger1997
- 1.No Mermaid4:23
- 2.Reunion Hill4:09
- 3.Crack in the Mirror5:49
- 4.February4:11
- 5.Fishing4:46
- 6.If I Wrote You3:29
- 7.Lily3:52
- 8.Who Do You Think I Am4:02
- 9.Mercy Bound4:51
- 10.Money for Floods3:33
Play Me Backwards1992
- 1.Play Me Backwards4:09
- 2.Amsterdam3:14
- 3.Isaac & Abraham1:51
- 4.Stones in the Road4:42
- 5.Steal Across the Border2:57
- 6.I’m With You2:51
- 7.I’m With You (reprise)0:57
- 8.Strange Rivers3:49
- 9.Through Your Hands4:28
- 10.The Dream Song3:20
- 11.Edge of Glory4:16
- 12.Medicine Wheel4:07
- 13.Rise from the Ruins2:34
- 14.Trouble with the Truth3:21
- 15.Much Better View of the Moon4:18
- 16.Seven Curses5:06
- 17.In My Day4:02
- 18.Dark Eyed Man3:04
- 19.We Endure3:56
- 20.The Last Day3:17
- 21.Lonely Moon3:49
Speaking of Dreams1989
- 1.China6:30
- 2.Warriors of the Sun5:31
- 3.Carrickfergus5:39
- 4.Hand to Mouth4:34
- 5.Speaking of Dreams4:30
- 6.El Salvador3:59
- 7.Rambler Gambler / Whispering Bells5:07
- 8.Fairfax County5:55
- 9.A Mi Manera3:54
Recently1987
- 1.Brothers in Arms5:06
- 2.Recently3:06
- 3.Asimbonanga4:50
- 4.The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress3:08
- 5.James & the Gang4:32
- 6.Let Us Break Bread Together / Freedom8:48
- 7.MLK2:56
- 8.Do Right Woman, Do Right Man3:23
- 9.Biko5:17
Honest Lullaby1979
- 1.Let Your Love Flow2:57
- 2.No Woman, No Cry3:59
- 3.Light a Light3:24
- 4.The Song at the End of the Movie2:52
- 5.Before the Deluge5:23
- 6.Honest Lullaby4:04
- 7.Michael6:07
- 8.For Sasha4:47
- 9.For All We Know2:44
- 10.Free at Last2:25
Blowin' Away1977
- 1.Sailing4:22
- 2.Many a Mile to Freedom2:58
- 3.Miracles5:25
- 4.Yellow Coat3:38
- 5.Time Rag5:25
- 6.A Heartfelt Line or Two3:24
- 7.I'm Blowin' Away3:19
- 8.Luba the Baroness7:06
- 9.The Altar Boy and the Thief3:29
- 10.Cry Me a River3:00
Gulf Winds1976
- 1.Sweeter for Me4:34
- 2.Seabirds4:35
- 3.Caruso3:45
- 4.Still Waters at Night3:03
- 5.Kingdom of Childhood7:51
- 6.O Brother!3:20
- 7.Time Is Passing Us By3:42
- 8.Stephanie's Room4:06
- 9.Gulf Winds10:30
Diamonds & Rust1975
- 1.Diamonds & Rust4:44
- 2.Fountain of Sorrow4:31
- 3.Never Dreamed You’d Leave in Summer2:45
- 4.Children and All That Jazz3:07
- 5.Simple Twist of Fate4:46
- 6.Blue Sky2:54
- 7.Hello in There3:04
- 8.Jesse4:28
- 9.Winds of the Old Days3:53
- 10.Dida3:20
- 11.I Dream of Jeannie / Danny Boy (medley)4:09
Gracias a la vida1974
- 1.Gracias a la vida (Here's to Life)3:35
- 2.Llegó con tres heridas (I Come With Three Wounds)2:15
- 3.La Llorona (The Weeping Woman)3:41
- 4.El preso número nueve (Prisoner Number Nine)3:25
- 5.Guantanamera3:53
- 6.Te recuerdo Amanda (I Remember You Amanda)2:33
- 7.Dida3:33
- 8.Cucurrucucú paloma4:31
- 9.Paso río (I Pass a River)0:56
- 10.El rossinyol (The Nightingale)3:05
- 11.De colores (In Colors)2:29
- 12.Las madres cansadas (All the Weary Mothers of the Earth)2:58
- 13.No nos moverán (We Shall Not Be Moved)3:41
- 14.Esquinazo del guerrillero (Guerilla's Serenade)2:42
Where Are You Now, My Son?1973
- 1.Only Heaven Knows (Ah, the Sad Wind Blows)2:34
- 2.Less Than the Song3:25
- 3.A Young Gypsy3:35
- 4.Mary Call3:34
- 5.Rider, Pass By4:11
- 6.Best of Friends3:02
- 7.Windrose3:44
- 8.Where Are You Now, My Son?21:29
Come From the Shadows1972
- 1.Prison Trilogy (Billy Rose)4:25
- 2.Rainbow Road3:04
- 3.Love Song to a Stranger3:52
- 4.Myths3:19
- 5.In the Quiet Morning (for Janis Joplin)2:56
- 6.Weary Mothers (People Union 1)3:30
- 7.To Bobby4:01
- 8.Song of Bangladesh4:50
- 9.A Stranger in My Place3:07
- 10.Tumbleweed3:32
- 11.The Partisan3:16
- 12.Imagine3:25
Blessed Are…1971
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One Day at a Time1970
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David's Album1969
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Baptism: A Journey Through Our Time1968
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Any Day Now1968
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Joan1967
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Noël1966
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Farewell, Angelina1965
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Joan Baez in San Francisco1964
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Joan Baez/51964
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Joan Baez, Vol. 21961
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Joan Baez1960
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Folksingers ’Round Harvard Square1959
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Label
- Record label
- Vanguard Records
- Record label
- A&M Records
- Record label
- MNRK Music Group
- Record label
- Proper Records
Achievements
- Award
- Americana Music Honors & Awards
- Award
- "Spirit of Americana" Free Speech Award
- Award
- Order of Arts and Letters
- Award
- Bambi Award
- Award
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Award
- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- Thomas Merton Award
- Award
- Ambassador of Conscience Award
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Award
- Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Folk Album
- Award
- Commander of the Order of the White Double Cross
Groups
- The Conspiratorscurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Baez, Joan, Joan Beaz, Joan Chandos Báez
Joan Chandos Baez is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and activist. Her contemporary folk music often includes songs of protest and social justice. Baez has performed publicly for over 60 years, releasing more than 30 albums.
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