Patti Smith: Dodge Poetry Festival
Patti Smith
Patricia Lee Smith is an American singer, songwriter, poet, and author. Her 1975 debut album, Horses, made her an influential member of the New York City–based punk rock movement. Smith has fused rock and poetry in her work. In 1978, her most widely known song, "Because the Night", co-written with Bruce Springsteen, reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number five on the UK Singles Chart.
About This Event
Singer, songwriter, poet, painter, author, and photographer Patti Smith emerged in the 1970s punk rock scene. Her intellectual and angry lyrics, along with her energetic performances, helped redefine the role of women in rock and shape the direction of the punk genre. Smith is known for fusing rock and poetry, and her music is characterized by its poetic lyricism and rock & roll energy.
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New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Newark, NJ