Joni Mitchell – Shiny Toys (Extended Remix) (UK 12″)

BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1986

“Shiny Toys” was the second single taken from Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell’s 12th studio album Dog Eat Dog released in 1985. The single featured production work by British synthesiser musician Thomas Dolby).

“Shiny Toys” was also released in a 12″ Extended Dance Single format, remix by François Kevorkian, and had a more complete lyric than the album version, featuring spoken voice by Thomas Dolby (“I LOVE being out on the golf course!”).

SIDE A:
Shiny Toys (Extended Remix) 5:10
Producer – Joni Mitchell, Larry Klein, Mike Shipley, Thomas Dolby
Remix [Remixed By] – François Kevorkian

SIDE B:
Ethiopia 5:50
Producer – Joni Mitchell, Larry Klein, Mike Shipley

The Three Great Stimulants 6:06
Producer – Joni Mitchell, Larry Klein, Mike Shipley

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Geffen Records ‎– TA 7124
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM
Country: UK & France
Released: 1986
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop

CREDITS:
llustration – Brian Ewing
Written-By – Joni Mitchell

NOTES:
Made in England.
Taken from the LP “DOG EAT DOG”

Find the 12″ on DISCOGS

VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net

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Down Sampling: iZotope RX Advanced 2, ocenaudio
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
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RESTORATION NOTES:
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Grant
Grant
November 18, 2017 1:43 pm

Holy [blankety-blank-blank] !! This is amazing to find on your site… it’s unexpected, both in terms of what the great Joni Mitchell has released, and in terms of what I normally expect on your wonderful site, so just – thank you! I can’t wait to hear the song “Ethiopia” because of this awesome anecdote I read recently in an article about a new biography of Joni Mitchell… check it out: The song “Ethiopia”, from 1985’s Dog Eat Dog earned a shout out from an equally outspoken female artist: “Nina Simone once saw Joni at the Beverly Center shopping mall. They… Read more »

Steveasian
Steveasian
November 7, 2017 5:54 pm

A nice surprise Paul. Never knew such collaboration exist and on top of that, remixed by Francois Kevorkian. It’s a real gem.
Thanks again.

John
John
November 7, 2017 5:06 pm

Another fantastic post Paul, and it’s great that Thomas Dolby was involved in Joni Mitchell’s 1985 album Dog Eat Dog album. I remember in 1985 watching on my TV, David Bowie performing Heroes on Live Aid, and Thomas Dolby was his keyboard player, great performance. In September there was a new David Bowie box set released called A New Career In A New Town, many fans are complaining about track 3 (Heroes) on the 1977 album Heroes, a volume drop at around the 2.50 mark. The record company are saying the drop out is because they’re using the original master… Read more »

Kaex
Kaex
November 7, 2017 4:43 pm

I am a big Thomas Dolby Fan and had no idea this existed.

Excellent Find ! Great Stuff !

Stefano
Stefano
November 7, 2017 3:07 pm

This is great. Stellar 12 inch mix by the stellar FK. Great post Paul, thank you very much to give tbis beauty a second life.

Joey
Joey
November 7, 2017 2:16 pm

Wow, I never expected to see Joni Mitchell on this site. Awesome, how did I miss this one? You are one eclectic guy. Thank you.

Jon
Jon
November 7, 2017 1:41 pm

I’ll check this out later – did you know it was Joni’s birthday today?

Jeff
Jeff
Reply to  DjPaulT
November 7, 2017 6:10 pm

You are indeed a magickal being dear Paul!! You always have me spellbound by your intuitions and selections. You’re almost psychic!!

Jeff

Song_and_Dance
Song_and_Dance
November 7, 2017 12:42 pm

WOW.
I mean, WOW. Never heard that. How could I miss that. Come on, seriously – Joni, Thomas Dolby, Francois Kevorkian?!?! I nearly fainted. Fun A-side, FABULOUS B-side. Love it, just love it.
Thank you, Paul. What a treat. 🙂

Jeff
Jeff
Reply to  Song_and_Dance
November 7, 2017 6:07 pm

Your enthusiasm Song_and_Dance is so contagious!! There are certain people here on Paul’s site, like yourself, that adds so much to this great experience of music. Thank you for enhancing Paul’s beautiful musical sanctuary!!

Jeff

Daniel
Daniel
November 7, 2017 12:41 pm

What a big surprise! I didn’t expect such music coming from Joni Mitchell. Very interesting. The Kevorkian Remix sounds great. Thank you Paul.

Todd
Todd
November 7, 2017 12:34 pm

Oh wow! Thanks so much Paul. This one has been on my “must buy” list ever since I discovered it existed a few years back. Joni’s ‘Dog Eat Dog’ album was a favourite in my household when I was growing up and was my first introduction to her. I just about fell off my chair when I saw that one of my favourite tracks from the album had been remixed when I stumbled upon it’s listing on Discogs! And now you’ve saved me the trouble of hunting it down. Legend!

Omar
Omar
November 7, 2017 11:05 am

Thanks Paul. This is a welcome surprise.

Jeff
Jeff
November 7, 2017 11:04 am

I was bowled over by this addition to your Burning The Ground site, Paul! I mean, WOW!!! Words can’t express your brilliance at showcasing the surprising, the unexpected and startling releases that you pick. You are unbelievable when you add tracks that fully encapsulate everything about the 1980’s in that this decade was all about taking chances and experimentation. I would never have thought of Joni Mitchell working with Thomas Dolby, one of my favorite artists!! It boggles my mind, but I just absolutely love this sort of thing. You can’t be commended enough Paul for what you do here.… Read more »

Jeff
Jeff
Reply to  DjPaulT
November 7, 2017 6:03 pm

This is such a fabulous single Paul!!! And the two songs on the flip-side are so timely and all. You have the greatest knack for choosing profound songs that speak to the body, mind and spirit. Incredible. And a remix by Francois K. is a very welcome entity in my book. Thank you Paul.

Jeff

Donald
Donald
November 7, 2017 10:24 am

Awesome! Thank you so much, Paul! 🙂