Album Info
| Artist: | Patti Smith |
| Album: | Horses |
| Released: | Australia, 1975 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Gloria: In Excelsis Deo | 5:54 |
| A2 | Redondo Beach | 3:24 |
| A3 | Birdland | 9:16 |
| A4 | Free Money | 3:47 |
| B1 | Kimberly | 4:26 |
| B2 | Break It Up | 4:05 |
| Guitar - Tom Verlaine | ||
| B3 | Land: Horses / Land Of Thousand Dances / La Mer (de) | 9:36 |
| B4 | Elegie | 2:42 |
| Guitar - Allen Lanier |
Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store
- We are a small independent record store located at 91 Plenty Rd, Preston in Melbourne's North (Australia)
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- We also ship internationally - prices vary depending on weight and location.
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Description
Patti Smith's debut album, "Horses," released in 1975, is a groundbreaking work that redefined the possibilities of punk and rock music. With its raw energy, poetic lyrics, and unapologetic attitude, "Horses" remains an influential and iconic album that has left an indelible mark on the music industry.
The album opens with "Gloria," a reimagined version of Van Morrison's classic, which immediately introduces listeners to Smith's unique and powerful voice. The song's raw intensity sets the stage for the rest of the album, drawing listeners into Smith's world of unbridled artistic expression.
One of the album's defining moments is "Birdland," a nearly ten-minute epic that weaves spoken-word poetry with rock instrumentation. Smith's emotionally charged delivery, coupled with Lenny Kaye's evocative guitar work, creates an immersive and cathartic experience.
The title track, "Horses," stands as a punk anthem that encapsulates the spirit of rebellion and artistic freedom. With its iconic opening lines, "Jesus died for somebody's sins, but not mine," the song solidified Smith's status as a countercultural icon and a force to be reckoned with in the music world.
"Land" and "Elegie" further demonstrate Smith's ability to infuse her music with a sense of emotional depth and poetic resonance. These songs showcase her admiration for literary figures like Arthur Rimbaud and her ability to blend highbrow influences with the raw energy of punk.
"Horses" is a bold and unapologetic album that defies conventions and remains as vital and influential today as it was upon its release. Patti Smith's fearlessness, creativity, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of music continue to inspire generations of artists and listeners alike.
