Legendary punk poet Patti Smith is set to mark the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking 1975 debut album Horses with a highly anticipated international arena tour and the release of her most personal memoir yet. This milestone year reaffirms Smith’s enduring influence as both a musical icon and literary force.
The Horses anniversary tour will kick off in Dublin at the 3Arena on October 6, 2025, followed by two electrifying performances at the London Palladium on October 12 and 13. Fans can expect Smith’s signature fusion of raw punk energy and lyrical depth, which revolutionized rock music half a century ago. Each performance is expected to be a powerful celebration of her legacy, offering audiences an unforgettable journey through her storied career.
But the celebration doesn’t end on stage. Smith is also preparing to release Bread of Angels, a deeply introspective memoir scheduled for publication on November 4, 2025. The date is poignantly chosen, honoring both the birthday of her late friend and artistic collaborator Robert Mapplethorpe and the anniversary of her husband Fred “Sonic” Smith’s passing.
Described as her “most intimate and visionary work,” Bread of Angels explores Smith’s formative years growing up in working-class Philadelphia and South Jersey, her artistic awakening, rise to punk stardom in 1970s New York, and her later retreat from public life. The memoir follows the critically acclaimed Just Kids, which won the 2010 National Book Award and cemented her reputation as a powerful literary voice.
Despite a brief hospitalization in late 2023 and a momentary health scare on stage in early 2025, Smith remains resilient. She continues to inspire generations through her fearless artistry and unshakeable commitment to truth and self-expression.
This autumn promises to be a defining chapter in Patti Smith’s legacy—one that fans across the globe won’t want to miss.
