This substantial Post-Crescent feature by Mary Campbell captures David Bowie during his first major American tour and the rapid emergence of Ziggy Stardust. Bowie discusses his theatrical stage presentation, changing musical interests, Marc Bolan, Lou Reed, his early career and songwriting, while rejecting attempts to categorise his work simply as drag rock or part of a fashionable trend. Publication: The Post-Crescent Date: October 22, 1972 Country: United States THE STORY P

NME examines the growing influence of Lou Reed on a new generation of rock performers, arguing that artists such as David Bowie, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople and even The Rolling Stones had absorbed ideas first explored by Reed and The Velvet Underground. Published shortly after Reed's solo resurgence, the feature presents him as one of the most important yet underappreciated figures in contemporary music. Publication: New Musical Express Publication Date: October 14, 1972 Cou

This full-page promotional cover advertisement highlights Lou Reed's debut solo album and accompanying UK tour dates. Dominated by a striking performance photograph, the feature promotes both the RCA Records release and a series of university and theatre appearances scheduled throughout October 1972. Publication: Melody Maker Date: October 7, 1972 Country: United Kingdom This advertisement presents Lou Reed as a major emerging solo artist following the release of his self-tit

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

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,