Springsteen, Depp Join Patti Smith Tribute Concert

The 'People Have the Power: A Celebration of Patti Smith' tribute concert took place at Carnegie Hall, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Smith's album 'Horses' and benefiting music education for underserved youth. The event featured performances from renowned artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Depp, Michael Stipe, Karen O, and Flea, among others. Springsteen, who co-wrote 'Because the Night' with Smith, performed the song alongside Flea, and later joined a group performance of 'People Have the Power,' which included Depp. The concert is part of the 'Music Of' series, produced by Michael Dorf, which highlights iconic rockers and supports nonprofit music education initiatives. Tony Shanahan, Smith’s frequent collaborator, served as the musical director. The evening also included poetry readings by Sean Penn, Scarlett Johansson, and Michael Shannon, culminating in a moving finale with Smith performing 'Peaceable Kingdom' and 'People Have the Power.'