Patti Smith / Switzerland 07.26.1997 FM Broadcast Edition

This new release captures a high-quality stereo soundboard recording of a live performance in Switzerland from July 1997, shortly after the release of the album *Gone Again*. The recording originates from a broadcast by the local FM station DRS 3, covering the performance at the Paléo Festival—Switzerland’s largest outdoor festival—on July 26, 1997. Digitally transferred from an off-air cassette master, the audio boasts a wide dynamic range and clear sound quality with a flawless mix and balance, featuring just the right amount of audience atmosphere. Any pitch discrepancies inherent in the master tape have been carefully corrected. While a tape change occurred during the “When Doves Cry / Ain’t It Strange / When Doves Cry” sequence, the edit was handled seamlessly to avoid any jarring transitions. The lineup is stellar, featuring *Gone Again* contributors Tom Verlaine, Lenny Kaye, and Oliver Ray on guitars, Tony Shanahan on bass, and Jay Dee Doughty on drums; notably, her son Jackson makes a guest appearance on vocals for the Deep Purple cover “Smoke on the Water.” The setlist highlights tracks from *Gone Again*—including a cover of Bob Dylan’s “Wicked Messenger”—and showcases a brilliant arrangement that segues from Prince’s 1984 single “When Doves Cry” into “Ain’t It Strange.” With other rarities like a cover of The Doors’ “The Crystal Ship,” this is a must-listen release that is sure to thrill fans! Swiss Radio DRS 3 FM Broadcast / Paleo Festival,Nyon,Switzerland July 26,1996 (Disc 1) 01.Wing 02.Redondo Beach 03.Wicked Messenger 04.Smoke On The Water* 05.Ghost Dance 06.Beneath The Southern Cross 07.Intro/Dancing Barefoot 08.Summer Cannibals 09.The Crystal Ship 10.When Doves Cry / Ain’t It Strange / When Doves Cry (Disc 2) 01.Free Money 02.About A Boy 03.Because The Night 04.People Have The Power / Gone Again 05.DJ Announcements 06.Wild Leaves 07.Gloria / Land 08.DJ Announcements Patti Smith – vocals Tom Verlaine – guitars Lenny Kaye – guitars Oliver Ray – guitars Tony Shanahan – bass Jay Dee Daugherty – drums Jackson Smith – vocals*