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Lou Reed

Formed: 1965Origin: Brooklyn / Manhattan, New York

The Legacy

From co-founding The Velvet Underground with John Cale to his landmark solo work on Transformer and Berlin, Lou Reed brought literary realism, drug culture, and urban noir into rock music.

Historical Discography & Archival Cuts

Essential recordings and historical milestones documented in the Helter Skelter music archive.

Archivist Notes: Lou Reed

Lou Reed is a legendary force in the music scene, formed in 1965. Originating from Brooklyn / Manhattan, New York, their influence on the culture is monumental and heavily documented in archival literature.

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