An unforgettable, androgynous portrait helped unleash Patti Smith’s career on to the world stage, writes Steve Fairclough

The punk rock landmark that keeps on giving celebrates half a century with an expanded anniversary edition produced by bassist Tony Shanahan.

A new photo-book memorialises Patti Smith’s first trip to Paris as a rock star, including a pilgrimage to Jim Morrison’s grave. “She seemed very moved,” says Claude Gassian.

John & Yoko/ Plastic Ono Band Power ...

Live and “on fire”.

As metal’s most iconic band celebrate their golden jubilee, Steve and Bruce take us inside their epic half-century journey – and what comes next