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My Back Was a Bridge For You to Cross Due Out July 7 via Secretly Canadian and Rough Trade
Jun 13, 2023
By Mark Redfern
ANOHNI is releasing a new album with ANOHNI and the Johnsons, My Back Was a Bridge For You to Cross, on July 7 via Secretly Canadian and Rough Trade. Now she has shared its second single, “Sliver of Ice,” which is inspired by some of the last words Lou Reed said to her before his passing. More
The Album First Came Out on November 8, 1972
Nov 09, 2022
By Austin Saalman
Effectively closing what had been a key year in glam rock, Lou Reed’s sophomore solo effort Transformer swiftly left its mark upon the face of popular culture, with the former Velvet Underground frontman introducing his grittily transgressive artistic sensibilities to a fresh decade. More
Words & Music, May 1965 Due Out August 26 via Light in the Attic
Aug 15, 2022
By Joey Arnone
Light in the Attic, in collaboration with Laurie Anderson, will be releasing a new Lou Reed compilation album, Words & Music, May 1965, which features original demos of songs later recorded by The Velvet Underground as well as never-before-heard compositions. Today, they have shared a previously unreleased demo entitled “Men of Good Fortune.” It was recorded alongside bandmate John Cale. More
Words & Music, May 1965 Due Out August 26 via Light in the Attic
Jul 18, 2022
By Joey Arnone
Light in the Attic, in collaboration with Laurie Anderson, will be releasing a new Lou Reed compilation album, Words & Music, May 1965, which features original demos of songs later recorded by The Velvet Underground as well as never-before-heard compositions. Today, they have shared a 1965 demo of Reed performing “Heroin,” the final version of which would be featured on the band’s 1967 album The Velvet Underground & Nico. The demo was recorded alongside bandmate John Cale. More
Words & Music, May 1965 Due Out August 26 via Light in the Attic
Jun 06, 2022
By Joey Arnone
Light in the Attic has announced the release of a new Lou Reed compilation album, Words & Music, May 1965, which features original demos of songs later recorded by The Velvet Underground, as well as never-before-heard compositions. It will be out on August 26 via Light in the Attic in a variety of formats. More
Hot Thoughts Out Now via Matador
Oct 23, 2017
By Christopher Roberts
Spoon released a new album, Hot Thoughts, back in March via Matador. They also just put out a 10th anniversary reissue of 2007’s Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga on Merge. Now the band have shared a new video for Hot Thoughts track “Do I Have to Talk You Into It.” More
As Part of Bird's "Live From the Great Room" Series
Oct 25, 2016
By Christopher Roberts
Andrew Bird has been doing a series of shows from his living room called “Live From the Great Room” that he’s been posting to his Facebook page. Now a video of Bird and Matt Berninger (The National, EL VY) covering the Lou Reed classic “Perfect Day” has surfaced. More
Bowie Also Does Iggy Pop, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, and Others in "Absolute Beginners" Session
Jan 21, 2016
By Christopher Roberts
Back in 1985, when David Bowie was recording his vocals for the theme song to the Julian Temple film Absolute Beginners (which Bowie also acted in), he started messing around in the studio and singing the vocals in the style of other famous singers, including Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Iggy Pop, Tom Waits, Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, and Anthony Newley. More
Darlings Is Out Now On Arts & Crafts
May 14, 2014
By Laura Studarus
Broken Social Scene frontman Kevin Drew recently stopped by CBC Music. More
Oct 29, 2013
By Mike Hilleary
As artists continue to express their respect and adoration for the work of the late Lou Reed, Twin Shadow has surfaced once again with his ongoing “UNDER THE CVRS” series, posting a hushed rendition of Reed’s “Perfect Day.” More
Oct 29, 2013
By Mike Hilleary
In the wake of Lou Reed’s death numerous artists have been pulling out all manner of covers to pay tribute to the legendary songwriter. More
Live at Bridge School Benefit 2013
Oct 28, 2013
By Mike Hilleary
Over the weekend Neil Young held his annual Bridge School Benefit shows in Mountain View, CA. More
Passed Away Earlier Today at Age 71
Oct 27, 2013
By Mark Redfern
Legendary singer/guitarist Lou Reed passed away earlier today (Sunday, October 27, 2013). According to various reports, including CNN, Reed had a liver transplant in May, which may have been a factor. We have collected tributes from various musicians and actors. More
Rave On Buddy Holly Drops June 28
Jun 20, 2011
By Lauren Barbato
The star-studded tribute, which arrives June 28, features 19 tracks of Buddy Holly’s greatest hits. More
The Road From Memphis Out May 10
Feb 17, 2011
By Laura Studarus
As a Grammy winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Booker T. Jones has a pretty remarkable Rolodex. That was made clear by the announcement of new album, The Road From Memphis (out May 10 via ANTI-Records). More
Interviews
Tipping Their Hat to the Great
Apr 01, 2014
By Laura Studarus
At first listen, one wouldn’t necessarily draw a line between Spandau Ballet and Lou Reed. More
Reviews
Jan 23, 2024
By Matthew Berlyant
Lou Reed’s last released solo recording before his untimely death in 2013 is this gorgeous, quiet, all-instrumental New Age-inspired set. More
Sep 21, 2022
By Mark Moody
Similar to Blind Willie McTell’s Last Session, the fact that Lou Reed’s Words & Music, May 1965 exists is as stunning as anything the recording contains. More
Aug 11, 2009
By Lorraine Carpenter
A report from day three of Lollapalooza 2009, including Lou Reed, Bat For Lashes, The Raveonettes, Neko Case, and Jane’s Addiction. More
Nov 02, 2008
By Joseph Ragusa
Lou Reed’s 1973 studio album, Berlin, a follow-up to the widely acclaimed Transformer, failed to capture the same praise and accolades as that gender-and-music-bending endeavor. But 25 years on, Berlin is now recognized as one of Reed’s finest, most ambitious, and under-appreciated efforts. More
