This RCA Records advertisement promotes Lou Reed's album Sally Can't Dance. Featuring a portrait photograph of Reed wearing dark glasses, the advert uses a simple marketing message to encourage readers to discover the record. Publication: Melody Maker Date: September 28, 1974 Country: United Kingdom This compact RCA Records advertisement is centred around the album Sally Can't Dance. The design features a black-and-white portrait photograph of Lou Reed framed within a circula

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 Disc issue from May 4 1974 captures a vibrant cross‑section of mid‑’70s rock activity, spotlighting David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Roy Wood — three artists navigating distinct creative phases yet united by their restless innovation.

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

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,