Legendary musician and poet Patti Smith will make her debut Limerick appearance with an intimate concert at King John’s Castle on Tuesday, 14th July 2026.
The event, presented by Seoda Shows and Dolans with Foggy Notions, marks one of Smith’s most intimate performances of the year, bringing the iconic artist to one of Ireland’s most historic venues.
Born in Chicago and raised in South Jersey, Smith moved to New York City in 1967, becoming a central force in the city’s vibrant arts scene. Her groundbreaking 1975 debut album Horses, now enshrined in the National Recording Registry, announced a fearless new voice whose influence continues to reverberate across generations. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.
Throughout her remarkable career, Smith has released acclaimed albums including Radio Ethiopia, Easter—featuring the classic “Because the Night”, co-written with Bruce Springsteen—Dream of Life with its anthemic “People Have the Power”, co-written with her late husband Fred “Sonic” Smith, Gone Again, Gung Ho, Banga and more.
A four-time Grammy nominee, Smith has received major recognition for her work in film, literature and visual art, including an Emmy nomination for Steven Sebring’s documentary Patti Smith: Dream of Life. Her live performances are consistently praised for their emotional power, spontaneity and enduring artistic vitality.
Smith’s literary achievements are equally celebrated. Her memoir Just Kids, chronicling her deep friendship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, won the National Book Award in 2010. It was followed by acclaimed works including M Train, Year of the Monkey and A Book of Days. Her latest book, Bread of Angels: A Memoir, was recently published.
The King John’s Castle performance promises to be a rare opportunity to experience one of rock music’s most influential voices in an extraordinary historic setting.