In 1978, Bruce Springsteen recorded his fourth studio album, Darkness On The Edge Of Town. The album received critical acclaim and would go on to become a favourite with fans. But before the release, there was a problem. Springsteen needed an album cover. Step forward "punk poet laureate" Patti Smith to save the day. Smith, who had previously worked with photographer Frank Stefanko, introduced the two men. Springsteen and Stefanko struck up a friendship and have now been collaborating for the best part of 40 years. As a result of a new book – Bruce Springsteen. Further Up The Road by Frank Stefanko – we get to see some of that work. Enjoy.



Bruce Springsteen. Further Up The Road is published in November by Wall of Sound Editions. For further information and a full list of stockists, visit wallofsoundgallery.com