It was just this week that the legendary Patti Smith announced she would embark on a headline tour of Australia to accompany her eagerly anticipated performance at Byron Bay Bluesfest 2017, and already the icon has been forced to add new dates to the tour.
It’s been eight years since punk rock icon, bestselling author, and acclaimed poet Smith graced Australian stages, so it’s no surprise that demand for the tour has been overwhelming. Smith has now announced additional dates for both Melbourne and Sydney.
The Godmother of Punk and two members of the original Patti Smith Group — Lenny Kaye and Jay Dee Daugherty — as well as bassist / keyboardist Tony Shanahan and Jack Petruzzelli will perform Smith’s landmark album, Horses, in its entirety.
It’s been 41 years since Horses exploded like a bombshell on the music scene, with its game-changing combination of vivid, poetic lyricism and ferocious proto-punk power. Seeing Smith and her band perform the album live is an experience not to be missed.
Patti Smith Australian Tour Dates
Sunday, 9th April 2017
State Theatre, Sydney
Monday, 10th April 2017 – NEW SHOW
State Theatre, Sydney
Sunday, 16th April 2017
Hamer Hall, Melbourne
Monday, 17th April 2017 – NEW SHOW
Hamer Hall, Melbourne
Also appearing at Byron Bay Bluesfest
