*The Smith Tapes: Lost Interviews with Rock Stars & Icons* is a remarkable collection of rare and candid conversations from the late 1960s and early 1970s, featuring some of the most legendary figures in music and pop culture. Compiled from the archives of radio DJ Howard Smith, these interviews capture a unique moment in history when rock and roll was not just music, but a powerful force of social and cultural change. The book includes conversations with iconic artists like John Lennon, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, and many others, offering unfiltered insights into their thoughts, struggles, and creative processes. *The Smith Tapes* provides a fascinating window into an era of rebellion, innovation, and transformation, making it an essential read for music lovers, historians, and anyone interested in the voices that defined a generation.