Shortly after Easter, I picked up Wave and for many years, I listened to that album over and over again. I then discovered her earlier albums Horses and Radio Ethiopia. I married a man who also loves Patti's music and I had babies about the same time Patti did. My babies grew up listening to Patti. They still don't quite appreciate her genius, but I keep hoping. Patti's babies grew up and are now performing with her on her latest album Banga. Patti's daughter Jesse plays piano on two tracks of the album. In addition to playing guitar on several tracks, son Jackson plays a very convincing dog on the title track.
You can't be a Patti Smith fan without also being a fan of long-time guitarist and collaborator Lenny Kaye. Lenny's guitar weaves in and out of Patti's lyrics perfectly, as always.
Actor Johnny Depp is featured on the title track "Banga," playing guitar and drums. Patti wrote the song "Nine" as a birthday gift to Depp. As I was listening to "April Fool," my husband called out from the other room, "Tom Verlaine is all over that song," and indeed he is. Despite the guest musicians, this album is classic Patti, which means it showcases her wide variety of musical styles. You can place a reserve on the CD Banga or download the songs from Freegal.
~ Sandy
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