Lou Reed: (Velvet Glam)

This Hit Parader one‑page feature spotlights Lou Reed as a defining creative force in early‑’70s rock. The headline — “Lou Reed Influence” — frames him as a touchstone for artists such as Alice Cooper and Iggy Pop, both of whom cite Reed’s songwriting and attitude as major inspirations.

The 5 August 1972 issue of New Musical Express includes a short review of Lou Reed’s single “Walk And Talk It,” accompanied by a cartoon illustration. Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 5, 1972 Country: United Kingdom The piece opens with a cartoon of a top-hatted figure and quotes a reminiscence about Lou Reed from an old broadcast. It then comments that good old Lou is “kinda like David Bowie, Roxy Music and all that crap. Really into the ’fifties and rock music.

Both tracks are taken from Lou Reed’s debut solo studio album, released in May 1972 by RCA Records two years after he left the Velvet Underground. The album was produced by Richard Robinson and Reed and features London session musicians as Reed’s backing band, two of whom, Rick Wakeman and Steve Howe, were from the British progressive rock band Yes. Wakeman recalled that during the recording sessions the lights had to be out so nobody could see. The album was recorded at Morg

These Melody Maker adverts from July  29, 1972 promote two consecutive Lou Reed concerts in England — one at Friars, Aylesbury on July 29 and another at the Greyhound, Croydon on July 30. Both listings mark Reed’s early solo appearances. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 29,  1972 Country: United Kingdom The first advert announces Lou Reed’s headline performance at Friars, Market Square, Aylesbury — billed as “Britain’s finest Rock Club.” Supporting acts include The Tots

The June 24, 1972 edition of Melody Maker features an in-depth article on Lou Reed, covering his recent performances, views on music, and life as a key figure in the New York rock scene. Publication: Melody Maker Date: June 24, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Music Scene / Feature THE STORY The piece includes a large portrait of Lou Reed and discusses his recent activities, opinions on the rock world, and reflections on his time with the Velvet Undergro

VENUE: Max’s Kansas City, New York City  DATES: June 24 – July 5 1970  (Residency extended to nine weeks) SECTION: Concert Poster TITLE: The Velvet Underground – First NY Appearance in Three Years This original black‑and‑white horizontal poster announced the Velvet Underground’s long‑awaited return to New York, their first local appearance in three years. The residency at Max’s Kansas City began June 24 1970 and was initially advertised to end July 5, but the engagement stret

VENUE: Washington University Field House, St. Louis MO DATE: May 11 1969 SECTION: Concert Poster TITLE: Velvet Underground / Taj Mahal / White Lightning – Beaux Arts Ball This large silkscreened poster promoted the Beaux Arts Ball, a dance and costume event presented by the Washington University Fine Arts Council. The lineup featured Lou Reed & The Velvet Underground, Taj Mahal, and White Lightning. The design is striking — black background with red and gold text and imagery,

VENUE: Avalon Ballroom, San Francisco CA DATES: June 7‑9 1968 SECTION: Concert Poster TITLE: Iron Butterfly / Velvet Underground / Crome Cyrcus – FD‑122 “Iron Butterfly” This first‑printing psychedelic poster promoted three nights at the Avalon Ballroom featuring Iron Butterfly, The Velvet Underground, and Crome Cyrcus. Known as FD‑122 in the Family Dog numbered series, it was designed by Bob Schnepf, who signed the piece in silver pen at the lower right. The poster earned a

VENUE: The Trip Nightclub,  8572 Sunset Strip, Los Angeles CA DATES: May 3‑18 1966 (Closed after  three nights) SECTION: Concert Poster TITLE: Andy Warhol presents  “The Plastic Inevitable Show” with  The Velvet Underground and Nico This original silkscreened window card advertised two weeks of performances by The Velvet Underground and Nico in Andy Warhol’s multimedia happening, The Plastic Inevitable Show. The event was staged at The Trip, a short‑lived Sunset Strip club du