Lenny Kaye

Guitarist and producer with Patti Smith

Lenny Kaye - Guitarist and producer with Patti Smith
Born

December 27th, 1946
78 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American guitarist and songwriter, contributed significantly to the punk rock genre through collaboration and production. Joined Patti Smith Group as a guitarist and served as a primary architect of the band's sound. Played a vital role in the creation of the critically acclaimed album 'Horses'. Also worked as a producer for various artists and contributed to music journalism as a writer and editor.

Played guitar on 'Horses' by Patti Smith

Produced several albums for various artists

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