Patriots
Franco Battiato · 1980
29 min · 7 tracks · new wave · opera · pop rock
A rich tapestry of experimental sounds blending new wave, pop rock, and operatic influences in a politically charged atmosphere.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo explorations
- politically charged narratives
- rich soundscapes for focus
- short sessions with depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer long, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Italian political unrest· Eastern-Western fusion· surreal imagery
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Patriots' marked Franco Battiato's transition to a more mainstream recognition after his earlier avant-garde works. It followed his breakthrough album 'Fetus' (1972) and showed a mature evolution in both sound and lyrical depth, reflecting on Italian socio-political themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· David Bowie· Roxy Music
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Low by David Bowie — Shares experimental soundscapes and emotional depth, blending art rock with electronic influences.Hounds of Love by Kate Bush — Combines lush production and surreal themes, reflecting personal and political narratives through a unique lens.Remain in Light by Talking Heads — Explores complex rhythms and socio-political themes while merging new wave with world music influences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Up Patriots to Arms 5:05
- 2 Venezia‐Istanbul 4:36
- 3 Le aquile 4:10
- 4 Prospettiva Nevski 3:59
- 5 Arabian Song 3:40
- 6 Frammenti 3:56
- 7 Passaggi a livello 3:38
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