ITunes Originals – Patti Smith
Patti Smith · 2008
91 min · 27 tracks · post-punk · art rock · proto-punk
Intimate acoustic renditions blend with reflective storytelling, showcasing Patti Smith's raw vocal power and poetic depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intimate storytelling in waves reflective moments of acoustic depth poetic exploration of complex themes
- Context
- Released in 2008, this compilation captures Patti Smith's evolution as an artist and her enduring relevance in the music scene. At this point, she was well-established after a career resurgence in the early 2000s, following acclaimed albums like 'Trampin'' (2004) and 'Twelve' (2007). This album features live performances and acoustic interpretations of her classic songs, highlighting her artistic journey.
- If you like
- post-punk, art rock, proto-punk
ITunes Originals – Patti Smith is an album by Patti Smith, released in 2008. Intimate acoustic renditions blend with reflective storytelling, showcasing Patti Smith's raw vocal power and poetic depth. This album is notable for presenting unique acoustic versions of iconic tracks such as 'Because the Night' and 'Pissing in a River,' showcasing Smith's songwriting prowess and emotional delivery. It serves as a testament to her influence on rock music, particularly within the art rock and post-punk genres, while also contributing to her legacy as a pioneering female figure in music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ITunes Originals – Patti Smith sound like?
Intimate acoustic renditions blend with reflective storytelling, showcasing Patti Smith's raw vocal power and poetic depth. Rooted in post-punk and art rock.
What makes ITunes Originals – Patti Smith by Patti Smith notable?
This album is notable for presenting unique acoustic versions of iconic tracks such as 'Because the Night' and 'Pissing in a River,' showcasing Smith's songwriting prowess and emotional delivery. It serves as a testament to her influence on rock music, particularly within the art rock and post-punk genres, while also contributing to her legacy as a pioneering female figure in music. Released in 2008, this compilation captures Patti Smith's evolution as an artist and her enduring relevance in the music scene. At this point, she was well-established after a career resurgence in the early 2000s, following acclaimed albums like 'Trampin'' (2004) and 'Twelve' (2007). This album features live performances and acoustic interpretations of her classic songs, highlighting her artistic journey.
Who is ITunes Originals – Patti Smith for?
ITunes Originals – Patti Smith works well if you're into intimate storytelling in waves, reflective moments of acoustic depth and poetic exploration of complex themes.
How many songs are on ITunes Originals – Patti Smith?
ITunes Originals – Patti Smith has 27 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 iTunes originals 0:06
- 2 I Can't Remember Ever Recording It Acoustically 1:23
- 3 Pissing in a River (iTunes originals version) Standout 4:41
- 4 It Was Our Most Popular Song 2:55
- 5 Because the Night Standout 3:22
- 6 It Was Written in Memory of the Hopi Indians 1:29
- 7 Ghost Dance (iTunes originals version) 4:29
- 8 I Was Walking by the Sea Thinking of Him 1:11
- 9 Frederick 3:02
- 10 In the Face of Loss We Have to Be Strong 2:09
- 11 About a Boy 8:15
- 12 A Poem for Oliver Ray 1:43
- 13 Beneath the Southern Cross 4:34
- 14 I Wanted to Sing It the Way I Ride a Horse 1:31
- 15 Midnight Rider (iTunes originals version) 3:55
- 16 My Inspiration Was Mother Teresa 1:34
- 17 One Voice 4:04
- 18 I Always Look to William Blake When I'm Having a Difficult Year 1:49
- 19 My Blakean Year 5:14
- 20 This Song Came to Mind 2:17
- 21 Tara / Peaceable Kingdom (iTunes originals version) 6:33
- 22 We Became Instant Friends 2:15
- 23 Gloria: In Excelsis Deo (live) Standout 6:50
- 24 It's a Very Alive Song 1:11
- 25 Soul Kitchen (iTunes originals version) 4:03
- 26 The Most Emotional Song on the Record 3:38
- 27 Smells Like Teen Spirit (iTunes originals version) 6:54
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
91 min 7 sec
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