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Patti Smith’s *Horses*, released in 1975, is a landmark rock album that significantly influenced American music. The collection showcases Smith's poetic lyricism and raw vocal delivery, establishing her as a key figure in the burgeoning punk scene. Its impact resonated across art-rock and proto-punk genres. It remains notable for its artistic ambition and continues to be appreciated by fans of challenging and influential rock music, particularly those interested in early American experimental sounds.
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Patti Smith - Horses ranks #130 of 499 in the Rock Album ranking, behind Metallica - Metallica, ahead of The Police - Ghost in Green.
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When was Patti Smith's album Horses released?
Patti Smith's debut album, Horses, was released on November 10, 1975. It was put out on Arista Records and quickly established Smith as a major new voice in music. The album is widely considered a pioneering record of the New York punk rock movement.
What famous song does Patti Smith's Horses open with?
The album famously opens with a radically transformed, a cappella cover of Van Morrison's song "Gloria." Smith altered the lyrics and delivered it with aggressive, poetic intensity. Her opening line, "Jesus died for somebody's sins but not mine," became iconic.
Who produced the album Horses?
Horses was produced by John Cale, who was formerly a founding member of the Velvet Underground. Cale's avant-garde background heavily influenced the raw, unpolished sound of the record. His production perfectly captured the poetic energy of Smith and her band.
What genre of music is the album Horses considered?
Horses is widely regarded as a landmark album that bridged the gap between art poetry, proto-punk, and early New York punk rock. It blended raw garage rock with Smith's beat poetry influences. Critics frequently cite it as one of the greatest and most influential albums in rock history.
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