Easter
Patti Smith Group · 1978
46 min · 12 tracks
A potent blend of punk rock energy and poetic lyricism, echoing themes of rebellion and spiritual awakening.
Top tracks — play these first
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Because the Night — This track stands out as a passionate love song that showcases Smith's ability to merge raw emotion with compelling storytelling, making it one of her most recognizable hits.
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Rock n Roll Nigger — Provocative and defiant, this track challenges societal norms and expectations, embodying the album's rebellious spirit and further establishing Smith’s role as a countercultural icon.
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Ghost Dance — With its haunting melodies and evocative lyrics, this song reflects on themes of loss and spirituality, showcasing Smith's lyrical depth and artistic ambition.
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High on Rebellion — This track encapsulates the album's ethos of defiance and liberation, with a driving rhythm that complements its urgent message about personal freedom.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Easter combines punk energy with poetic lyrics, showcasing strong writing and varied vocal delivery.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a driving pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more reflective pieces.
- Several tracks feature spoken word sections interspersed with sung verses, creating a dynamic interplay between different vocal styles.
- The final track is a slow, contemplative piece that contrasts sharply with the preceding songs, providing a sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- poetic reflective moments
- short, impactful listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 3, 1978, 'Easter' was Patti Smith Group's third studio album, following the acclaimed 'Radio Ethiopia.' This record marked a pivotal moment in Smith's career as it gained significant commercial success, particularly with the hit single 'Because the Night,' which helped solidify her status as a prominent figure in rock music.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Till Victory 2:51
- 2 Space Monkey 4:06
- 3 Because the Night 3:25
- 4 Ghost Dance 4:44
- 5 Babelogue 1:30
- 6 Rock n Roll Nigger 3:25
- 7 Privilege (Set Me Free) 3:29
- 8 We Three 4:18
- 9 25th Floor 4:03
- 10 High on Rebellion 2:37
- 11 Easter 6:15
- 12 Godspeed 6:10
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