Patti Smith’s ‘Horses’ Celebrates 50 Years
Fifty years ago next week, Patti Smith released her debut album, Horses, marking the start of a transformative era in rock and roll. We revisit excerpts from interviews with Smith in 1996 and 2010, where she reflects on her early years in New York City as she navigated her path as a poet, performer, and eventually a songwriter.
Patti Smith on ‘Horses’ and Its Impact
“I thought I would do this record and then go back to my writing and my drawing and return to my somewhat abnormal normal life. But ‘Horses’ took me on a whole different path.”
Anniversary Edition and Critical Reception
Ken Tucker offers a review of the new anniversary edition of Horses, highlighting the album’s lasting influence and renewed significance.
Remembering Diane Ladd and New TV Reviews
We also reflect on actress Diane Ladd through an excerpt of an interview with her daughter, Laura Dern. Additionally, David Bianculli reviews Pluribus, the latest series from Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad.
Author’s summary: Patti Smith’s groundbreaking debut album Horses turned 50, marking a pivotal moment in rock history that reshaped her life and inspired generations of musicians.
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