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    Lou Reed The Life

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    From recording one of the most critically acclaimed albums of all time with THE VELVET UNDERGROUND & NICO (1967), to heavy drug abuse and performing in front of the Pope, Lou Reed's story is one of great peaks and deep lows. Forever dedicated to his art, he became one of modern music's most legendary and seismic figures.

    Although a controversial, outspoken and undoubtedly misunderstood musician, Lou Reed's influence on popular culture cannot be overstated. He brought avant-garde to the mainstream with the Velvet Underground and his solo work was pronounced a revelation.

    Other Releases by Lou Reed

    Lou ReedWords & Music, May 1965Light In The Attic
    Light in the Attic Records, in cooperation with Laurie Anderson, proudly announces the inaugural title in their ongoing Lou Reed Archive Series 'Words...
    • – I'm Waiting for the Man
    • – Men of Good Fortune
    • – Heroin
    • – Too Late
    • – Buttercup Song
    • – Walk Alone
    • – Buzz Buzz Buzz
    • – Pale Blue Eyes
    • – Stockplie
    • – Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams
    Lou ReedTransformer (1972)RCA Victor
    All important seminal 1972 post-Velvet Underground Lou includes VIcious, Walk on the Wild Side, Perfect Day, Satellite of Love ... nuff tunes!

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