Land
Patti Smith · 2002
144 min · 30 tracks · rock music
A raw and evocative collection of live and demo tracks that blend punk energy with poetic introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dancing Barefoot Start here — This track exemplifies Patti's ability to merge poetic lyricism with infectious rhythms, making it a staple of her live performances.
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People Have the Power — An anthem for activism, this song captures the spirit of resistance and empowerment, resonating deeply with audiences during live renditions.
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Gloria — A quintessential Patti Smith song that blends rock energy with literary depth, showcasing her unique vocal delivery and lyrical prowess.
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Rock n Roll Nigger — This provocative track challenges societal norms and racial issues, demonstrating Smith's fearless approach to controversial topics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic ebb and flow pacing
- haunting spoken word moments
- cathartic live performance energy
- introspective poetic explorations
- engaged listening for deep reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, straightforward tracks
- avoid lengthy, complex narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A collection of live and demo tracks, significant but not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- social change anthems· punk rock roots· female empowerment· artistic resurgence
- Career context
- By the time 'Land' was released in 2002, Patti Smith had already established herself as a pivotal figure in rock music, having risen to fame in the 1970s with her groundbreaking debut album 'Horses'. This compilation arrived after a decade-long hiatus from recording studio albums, showcasing both her classic hits and new interpretations while reaffirming her status as a cultural touchstone.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siouxsie and the Banshees· The Velvet Underground· Joy Division
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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People Have the Power
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes collective strength and agency in the face of oppression through powerful imagery.
The insistence on unity and action creates a rallying cry that transcends individual experience, inviting listeners into a shared movement.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Dancing Barefoot Start here 4:16
- 2 Babelogue 1:29
- 3 Rock n Roll Nigger 3:23
- 4 Gloria 5:52
- 5 Pissing in a River 4:51
- 6 Free Money 3:48
- 7 People Have the Power 5:09
- 8 Because the Night 3:23
- 9 Frederick 3:03
- 10 Summer Cannibals 4:09
- 11 Ghost Dance 4:41
- 12 Ain’t It Strange 6:36
- 13 1959 4:00
- 14 Beneath the Southern Cross 4:36
- 15 Glitter in Their Eyes 3:04
- 16 Paths That Cross 4:20
- 17 When Doves Cry 4:59
Disc 2
- 1 Piss Factory 5:02
- 2 Redondo Beach (demo) 3:44
- 3 Distant Fingers (demo) 4:56
- 4 25th Floor (live) 5:43
- 5 Come Back Little Sheba 2:36
- 6 Wander I Go 4:56
- 7 Dead City (live) 4:34
- 8 Spell (live) 6:40
- 9 Wing (live) 5:05
- 10 Boy Cried Wolf (live) 5:48
- 11 Birdland (live) 9:42
- 12 Higher Learning 7:21
- 13 Notes to the Future (live) 6:05
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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