Lenny Kaye Previews Debut Solo Album 'Goin’ Local' at Grammy Museum Event with Michael Imperioli
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Sophie Miller
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Lenny Kaye, the 79-year-old guitarist of the Patti Smith Group, celebrated his debut solo album 'Goin’ Local' at the Grammy Museum in New York City. Joined by Michael Imperioli, Kaye performed emotionally charged songs from the upcoming album (releasing July 17), wove in stories from his book 'Lightning Striking: Ten Transformative Moments,' and discussed his creative process. The event marked a milestone for the accomplished musician who, despite decades in the industry, is releasing his first solo album.
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· 3 pulledAt 79, the accomplished guitarist Lenny Kaye has nothing left to prove and, somehow, a debut solo album to introduce.
Kaye took the stage with Michael Imperioli to celebrate the upcoming release of his debut solo album, Goin’ Local, which arrives on July 17.
The Patti Smith Group guitarist performed emotionally laden songs from his upcoming album, integrated stories from his book Lightning Striking: Ten Transformative Moments into the performance, and discussed his creative process.
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