
22 October 1976 · 51 YEARS
Radio Ethiopia
Patti Smith Group
A raw, defiant energy permeates this release as the band explores unpolished, garage-rock aesthetics. The music documents a move from their earlier structured poetry toward a wilder, more improvisational style.
This project reflects the spirit of the underground scene at the time. By pushing the boundaries of traditional rock, the group created a grit-filled sound that helped define the early days of punk.