Patti Smith - Horses
Horses is the groundbreaking debut album from Patti Smith and one of the most influential records in the history of punk and alternative music. Originally released in 1975, the album fused raw rock energy, poetic lyricism and avant-garde experimentation into something entirely unique, helping lay the foundations for the emerging punk movement in New York.
Opening with the iconic line “Jesus died for somebody’s sins but not mine,” Horses immediately established Smith as a fearless and uncompromising artistic voice. Featuring standout tracks including “Gloria”, “Redondo Beach”, “Free Money” and “Land”, the album combines spoken-word intensity, garage rock attitude and literary ambition with the powerful backing of her exceptional band.
Produced by John Cale of The Velvet Underground, the album captures a raw, atmospheric sound that remains hugely influential decades later. Horses has since become widely regarded as one of the defining albums of the 1970s and a landmark release in the evolution of punk, indie and alternative rock.
A truly essential record that still feels daring, intelligent and electrifying today.