The Patti Smith Group is an American rock band, established in 1974, with singer, songwriter, and poet Patti Smith as the frontwoman. Notable for their fusion of rock and poetry, the band's music embodies elements of punk rock, art rock, and proto-punk. Their debut album "Horses" (1975) is considered one of the most influential albums in the history of the punk rock movement. Key members include Lenny Kaye (guitar), Jay Dee Daugherty (drums), and Ivan Kral (bass), each contributing to the band's distinctive sound.