Medicine Songs
Buffy Sainte-Marie · 2017
49 min · 13 tracks · country · electronic · folk
A powerful blend of folk, rock, and poignant lyrics that address the struggles of Indigenous peoples.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady thematic exploration throughout poignant reflections on struggle thoughtful engagement with history
- Context
- By the time 'Medicine Songs' was released in 2017, Buffy Sainte-Marie had established herself as a vital voice for Indigenous rights and social justice. This album followed her previous release, 'Power in the Blood' (2015), showcasing her continued relevance in contemporary music while revisiting themes central to her career.
- If you like
- country, electronic, folk
Medicine Songs is an album by Buffy Sainte-Marie, released in 2017. A powerful blend of folk, rock, and poignant lyrics that address the struggles of Indigenous peoples. The album is notable for its critical reception, including praise from NPR and Rolling Stone for its urgent political messages and relevance to current social issues. Additionally, 'Medicine Songs' features reimagined versions of Sainte-Marie's classic songs, reflecting her ongoing influence on folk and protest music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Medicine Songs sound like?
A powerful blend of folk, rock, and poignant lyrics that address the struggles of Indigenous peoples. Rooted in country and electronic.
What makes Medicine Songs by Buffy Sainte-Marie notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception, including praise from NPR and Rolling Stone for its urgent political messages and relevance to current social issues. Additionally, 'Medicine Songs' features reimagined versions of Sainte-Marie's classic songs, reflecting her ongoing influence on folk and protest music. By the time 'Medicine Songs' was released in 2017, Buffy Sainte-Marie had established herself as a vital voice for Indigenous rights and social justice. This album followed her previous release, 'Power in the Blood' (2015), showcasing her continued relevance in contemporary music while revisiting themes central to her career.
Who is Medicine Songs for?
Medicine Songs works well if you're into steady thematic exploration throughout, poignant reflections on struggle and thoughtful engagement with history.
How many songs are on Medicine Songs?
Medicine Songs has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Got to Run (Spirit of the Wind) 3:42
- 2 The War Racket 4:00
- 3 Starwalker 3:05
- 4 My Country ’Tis of Thy People You’re Dying Standout 5:35
- 5 America the Beautiful 2:54
- 6 Carry It On 2:59
- 7 Little Wheel Spin and Spin 3:00
- 8 No No Keshagesh Standout 4:46
- 9 Soldier Blue 3:42
- 10 The Priests of the Golden Bull 4:06
- 11 Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee 4:33
- 12 Universal Soldier Standout 2:41
- 13 Power in the Blood 4:05
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 15 sec
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