Lou Reed’s "Berlin Album" , a one-page review in Melody Maker , October 13, 1973.

Lou Reed’s "Lou Reed Dates" , a cover insert and one-page article in Melody Maker , August 11, 1973.

A floral‑backed punch of early‑’70s rock marketing — Lou Reed’s “Vicious” presented with equal parts sweetness and sting.

A witty, fast‑moving snapshot of the week’s new 7" releases, showcasing Chris Welch’s playful critical voice and the eclectic soundscape of early‑1973 pop.

A second framing excerpt emphasising the article’s core theme: three underground innovators — Bowie, Pop, and Reed — captured at a moment when their creative paths briefly converged, shaping the future of glam, punk, and art‑rock.

A trio of key updates from the February 10, 1973 NME: The Sweet secure a major Rainbow Theatre headliner, Elton John expands his upcoming tour, and Lou Reed confirms a new run of UK dates.

A sharp, conflicted review of Lou Reed’s Alice Tully Hall performance — a night where the audience adored him, the band lagged behind, and the critic left wanting something darker, stranger, or simply more alive.

Bowie & Ronson polish Lou into glam perfection – Melody Maker bows down! one-page review in Melody Maker, December 2, 1972.

Lou Reed’s velvet sleaze strolls in – like nothing you’ve heard before! Lou Reed’s Walk On The Wildside, a one-page advert in Melody Maker, November 25, 1972.

Lou Reed’s "The Growing Influence of Lou Reed" , a one-page feature in New Musical Express , October 14, 1972.