The Velvet Underground’s 1993 live album Live MCMXCIII, recorded during their historic reunion shows at L’Olympia Theatre in Paris on June 15–17, 1993, capturing the original lineup of Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison, and Maureen Tucker performing classic songs for the first time in over two decades. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: The Velvet Underground Title: Live MCMXCIII Date: October 26, 1993 (Europe) / November 1993 (USA) Label: Sire / Warner Bros. Format /

Lou Reed - Metal Machine Music The Most Hated Album In Rock History? THE ALBUM MUSICAL APPROACH Metal Machine Music (subtitled The Amine β Ring) is the fifth studio album by American rock musician Lou Reed. It was released as a double album in July 1975 by RCA Records, but taken off the market three weeks later. A radical departure from the rest of his catalog, Metal Machine Music features no songs or recognizably structured compositions, eschewing melody and rhythm for layer

In June 1974, Lou Reed released “Sweet Jane” as a 7" single in Yugoslavia, taken from his acclaimed live album Rock 'n' Roll Animal. Paired with “Lady Day”, this pressing captures the raw power of Reed’s live interpretations of his classic material. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Lou Reed Label: RCA Victor Date: June 6, 1974 Catalogue: SRCA-88759 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Yugoslavia Genre: Rock, Glam Rock Style: Singer-Songwriter, Proto-Punk A-Side: “Sweet Jane” Written by: L

A full‑page advertisement from New Musical Express promoting Lou Reed’s latest album Rock ’n’ Roll Animal and his 1974 UK tour dates, accompanied by a stark monochrome portrait of Reed.

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

A densely packed and highly informative Melody Maker "What's On" pull-out page from July 8, 1972, serving as the essential weekly gig guide for music fans, prominently featuring major upcoming concerts with David Bowie and Lou Reed alongside a wide array of other notable acts during the vibrant summer of the early glam and underground rock boom. Publication: Melody Maker Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / Gig Guide THE STORY WHAT THE CLIP

A highly anticipated and eye-catching NME "What's On Pull-Out" page speculating on the possibility of Lou Reed joining David Bowie on stage, capturing the excitement and buzz surrounding two of the most influential figures in early 1970s rock during a pivotal summer for both artists. Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: July 8, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: What's On Pull-Out / News & Preview THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS This pull-out page creates huge an