Smith's debut album ushered in a new era of rock and roll. Critic Ken Tucker reviews the new anniversary edition of Horses, plus we listen back to Terry Gross' 1996 and 2010 interviews with Smith.

What a magnificent night of live music, centered on the 1975 debut that is regularly — and rightfully — considered to be one ...

In 1975, she transformed poetry into punk. Neither would ever be the same. More than 20 artists who made and admired the ...

PRAGUE –- American singer, poet, and activist Patti Smith has voiced support for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), calling attention to the importance of independent journalism and warning of ...

November 10, 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of Patti Smith’s album, Horses. I feel honoured to reflect on this work, but ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Smith performing in Finland in 2007. Credit: Wikipedia. Iconic artist Patti Smith made a mark 50 ...

The punk rock star has produced several books that braid thoughts on her newest endeavors with memories and photographs of ...

In May of 1975, Patti Smith, the "godmother of punk," traveled to the Elm City to perform for the first time. Though rather than a traditional rock show, Smith is returning to New Haven next January ...

Wed, August 27, 2025 at 11:30 PM UTC Now available to order online and in stores Oct. 10, Smith’s Horses (50th Anniversary) edition includes Smith’s RCA audition recording, unreleased outtakes, along ...

At the London Palladium, Patti Smith proved that age had not diminished her impact as a performer - Jim Dyson/Getty Images Her long hair is snowy white now, cascading over her trademark androgynous ...

A simple cup of black coffee may be the ultimate symbol of mundanity. Plain and pedestrian — black coffee serves as that quick hit of caffeine before a long day of work or a long night of studying.