When Joan Armatrading released her debut album almost half a century ago, she confounded expectations. Her own record label at the time admittedly had no idea how to market her, as there was no ...

In the interest of full disclosure, this reviewer has a confession to make. I’m an unabashed fan of Joan Armatrading’s work and have been since the beginning. An exceptional artist, she mines the core ...

Editor’s note: Director’s Corner is a weekly column where Kris Sabel, who is in charge of cultural programming for the Vail Valley Foundations, gives his expert take on shows not to be missed. Joan ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by The pioneering singer-songwriter is unveiling her first classical composition, Symphony No. 1, this month. By Hugh Morris Reporting from London Last ...

Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible. Today we revisit the British folk-rock singer’s 1976 album, a ...

At 70, the influential English songwriter is still writing and recording solo, remaining as private as she can and “trying to get really good.” By Jon Pareles The pandemic arrived while Joan ...

Joan Armatrading has praised breakout stars including “A Bar Song {Tipsy)” singer Shaboozey and Grammy-winning pop artist Sabrina Carpenter. In a candid and wide-ranging live conversation with ITV ...