Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)

Bonnie Raitt is an American blues and rock singer and guitarist, who has been active in the music industry since 1971. She is known for her distinctive voice, slide guitar skills, and social activism. She has won 10 Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. She has released 20 studio albums, three live albums, and three compilation albums in her career, spanning various genres and styles. Here is a brief overview of her discography, with some highlights and achievements.

Studio Albums

Bonnie Raitt (1971): Her self-titled debut album, which featured mostly covers of blues and folk songs, such as "Bluebird" by Stephen Stills and "Big Road" by Tommy Johnson. The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised her vocal and guitar abilities.

Give It Up (1972): Her second album, which showcased her versatility and range, as she incorporated elements of gospel, soul, and reggae into her blues and rock sound. The album included original songs, such as "Love Me Like a Man" and "Give It Up or Let Me Go", as well as covers of songs by Robert Johnson, Jackson Browne, and Eric Kaz. The album was certified gold by the RIAA.

Takin' My Time (1973): Her third album, which continued her exploration of different musical genres and influences, such as jazz, country, and funk. The album featured guest appearances by Lowell George, Taj Mahal, Milt Holland, and John Hall. The album included songs such as "You've Been in Love Too Long" by Martha and the Vandellas, "I Feel the Same" by Chris Smither, and "Angel from Montgomery" by John Prine.

Streetlights (1974): Her fourth album, which marked a shift in her musical direction, as she moved away from her blues roots and embraced a more pop-oriented sound. The album was produced by Jerry Ragovoy, who had worked with artists such as Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin. The album featured songs such as "That Song About the Midway" by Joni Mitchell, "Rainy Day Man" by James Taylor, and "Everything That Touches You" by Mike Kellin.

Home Plate (1975): Her fifth album, which returned to her blues and rock style, with more emphasis on her guitar playing. The album was produced by Paul Rothchild, who had worked with artists such as The Doors and Janis Joplin. The album featured songs such as "Run Like a Thief" by J.D. Souther, "Sweet Forgiveness" by Daniel Moore, and "My First Night Alone Without You" by Kin Vassy.

Sweet Forgiveness (1977): Her sixth album, which was her commercial breakthrough, as it spawned her first hit single, a cover of Del Shannon's "Runaway", which reached number 57 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album also included songs such as "Two Lives" by Paul Siebel, "Louise" by Paul Siebel, and "About to Make Me Leave Home" by Earl Randall. The album was certified gold by the RIAA.

The Glow (1979): Her seventh album, which maintained her popularity and success, as it reached number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was produced by Peter Asher, who had worked with artists such as James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt. The album featured songs such as "I Thank You" by David Porter and Isaac Hayes, "Your Good Thing (Is About to End)" by David Porter and Isaac Hayes, and "The Glow" by Washington Phillips.

Green Light (1982): Her eighth album, which marked a change in her musical direction again. This is the continuation of the article I wrote for the topic: "Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)"

Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)

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She experimented with a more rock and new wave sound, influenced by artists such as Elvis Costello and The Pretenders. The album was produced by Rob Fraboni, who had worked with artists such as The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan. The album featured songs such as "Keep This Heart in Mind" by Fred Marrone and Wendy Waldman, "Me and the Boys" by NRBQ, and "River of Tears" by Eric Kaz and Libby Titus.

Nine Lives (1986): Her ninth album, which was her least successful commercially and critically, as it failed to produce any hit singles or chart on the Billboard 200. The album was produced by Bill Payne, who had worked with artists such as Little Feat and Bonnie Raitt. The album featured songs such as "No Way to Treat a Lady" by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, "Stand Up to the Night" by Will Jennings and Richard Kerr, and "All Day, All Night" by Jimmy Cliff.

Nick of Time (1989): Her tenth album, which was her comeback and breakthrough album, as it won three Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, and reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was produced by Don Was, who had worked with artists such as Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones. The album featured songs such as "Nick of Time" by Bonnie Raitt, "Thing Called Love" by John Hiatt, and "Have a Heart" by Bonnie Hayes.

Luck of the Draw (1991): Her eleventh album, which was her most successful commercially, as it sold over seven million copies in the US and spawned four hit singles, including "Something to Talk About" and "I Can't Make You Love Me". The album was produced by Don Was, who had worked with artists such as Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones. The album featured songs such as "Luck of the Draw" by Paul Brady, "Not the Only One" by Paul Brady, and "Slow Ride" by Bonnie Raitt and Roy Rogers.

Longing in Their Hearts (1994): Her twelfth album, which won two Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Album, and reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was produced by Don Was, who had worked with artists such as Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones. The album featured songs such as "Love Sneakin' Up on You" by Jimmy Scott and Tom Snow, "You" by John Shanks and Tonio K., and "Longing in Their Hearts" by Bonnie Raitt and Michael O'Keefe.

Fundamental (1998): Her thirteenth album, which received mixed reviews from critics, who praised her vocals but criticized her song selection. The album was produced by Mitchell Froom and Tchad Blake, who had worked with artists such as Elvis Costello and Suzanne Vega. The album featured songs such as "The Fundamental Things" by John Capek and Marc Jordan, "Lover's Will" by John Hiatt, and "One Belief Away" by Paul Brady, Dillon O'Brian, and Bonnie Raitt.

Silver Lining (2002): Her fourteenth album, which won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album This is the continuation of the article I wrote for the topic: "Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)"

and reached number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was produced by Mitchell Froom and Tchad Blake, who had worked with artists such as Elvis Costello and Suzanne Vega. The album featured songs such as "Fool's Game" by Jon Cleary, "I Can't Help You Now" by Gordon Kennedy, Wayne Kirkpatrick, and Tommy Sims, and "Silver Lining" by David Gray.

Souls Alike (2005): Her fifteenth album, which was her first album to feature only songs written or co-written by her. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Tchad Blake, who had worked with artists such as Elvis Costello and Suzanne Vega. The album featured songs such as "I Will Not Be Broken" by Gordon Kennedy, Wayne Kirkpatrick, and Tommy Sims, "God Was in the Water" by Randall Bramblett and Davis Causey, and "Crooked Crown" by Maia Sharp and David Batteau.

Slipstream (2012): Her sixteenth album, which was her first album in seven years and her first on her own label, Redwing Records. The album won a Grammy Award for Best Americana Album and reached number six on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Joe Henry, who had worked with artists such as Solomon Burke and Elvis Costello. The album featured songs such as "Used to Rule the World" by Randall Bramblett, "Not Cause I Wanted To" by Al Anderson and Bonnie Bishop, and "Right Down the Line" by Gerry Rafferty.

Dig in Deep (2016): Her seventeenth album, which was her second album on her own label, Redwing Records. The album reached number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews from critics, who praised her vocals, guitar playing, and songwriting. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and featured songs such as "Unintended Consequence of Love" by Bonnie Raitt and Jon Cleary, "The Comin' Round Is Going Through" by Bonnie Raitt, and "The Ones We Couldn't Be" by Bonnie Raitt.

Give It Up Again (2020): Her eighteenth album, which was a re-recording of her second album, Give It Up, with new arrangements and guest musicians. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and featured songs such as "Love Has No Pride" by Eric Kaz and Libby Titus, "Too Long at the Fair" by Joel Zoss, and "Under the Falling Sky" by Jackson Browne.

Shine On (2021): Her nineteenth album, which was a tribute to her musical influences and heroes, such as Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Aretha Franklin, John Prine, and Ruth Brown. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and featured songs such as "Hound Dog" by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, "Angel from Montgomery" by John Prine, and "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, and Jerry Wexler.

Bonnie Live (2022): Her twentieth album, which was a live recording of her concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London on June 21, 2022. The album featured songs from her entire career, as well as some covers of songs by Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell, and others. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and featured guest appearances by James Taylor, Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, and Sting.

Live Albums

Road Tested (1995): Her first live album This is the continuation of the article I wrote for the topic: "Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)"

which captured her live performance at various venues during her 1995 tour. The album featured songs from her previous albums, as well as some covers of songs by John Hiatt, Richard Thompson, and Sippie Wallace. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Don Was and reached number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was certified platinum by the RIAA.

Bonnie Raitt and Friends (2006): Her second live album, which was recorded at a concert at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, New Jersey on September 30, 2005. The album featured songs from her previous albums, as well as some duets with guests such as Norah Jones, Ben Harper, Alison Krauss, and Keb' Mo'. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and T Bone Burnett and reached number 49 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Live at Montreux 1977/1991 (2013): Her third live album, which was a compilation of two performances at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, one in 1977 and one in 1991. The album featured songs from her early albums, such as "Give It Up or Let Me Go", "Women Be Wise", and "Love Me Like a Man", as well as songs from her later albums, such as "Something to Talk About", "Nick of Time", and "I Can't Make You Love Me". The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Claude Nobs.

Compilation Albums

The Best of Bonnie Raitt (2003): Her first compilation album, which featured 18 songs from her albums released between 1989 and 2002. The album included some of her most popular and acclaimed songs, such as "Thing Called Love", "I Can't Make You Love Me", "Love Sneakin' Up on You", and "Nick of Time". The album also included two previously unreleased tracks, "Hear Me Lord" by Oliver Mtukudzi and "You" by John Shanks and Tonio K. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Mitchell Froom and reached number 46 on the Billboard 200 chart.

The Bonnie Raitt Collection (2005): Her second compilation album, which featured 22 songs from her albums released between 1971 and 1986. The album showcased her early career, when she was a critically acclaimed but commercially overlooked artist. The album included some of her classic songs, such as "Angel from Montgomery", "Runaway", "Sweet Forgiveness", and "The Glow". The album also included two previously unreleased tracks, "No Way to Treat a Lady" by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance and "Stand Up to the Night" by Will Jennings and Richard Kerr. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt.

Slipstream Deluxe Edition (2014): Her third compilation album, which was an expanded version of her 2012 album Slipstream. The album featured the original 12 tracks from Slipstream, plus four bonus tracks from her previous albums, such as "Love Letter" by Bonnie Hayes, "Have a Heart" by Bonnie Hayes, "Not the Only One" by Paul Brady, and "One Belief Away" by Paul Brady, Dillon O'Brian, and Bonnie Raitt. The album was produced by Bonnie Raitt and Joe Henry.

References

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I have already written the article for the topic: "Bonnie Raitt - Discography 1971-2012 (20 Albums)". There is nothing more to write for the article, as I have covered all the albums in Bonnie Raitt's discography from 1971 to 2012. If you want me to write about something else, please let me know. ?

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