Patti Smith, nicknamed the punk poet laureate, released her debut album Horses in 1975 and toured the U.S. and Europe in the 1970s. In 1977, she released her most successful album, Easter, featuring a song she co-wrote with Bruce Springsteen.
Joan Jett is an iconic guitar player who has been a major influence on punk and grunge, earning her a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Debbie Harry was the poster girl of punk rock and was immortalized in Andy Warhol's work, becoming the first guest on his MTV show.