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Lou Reed
AuthorBooks · Second hand1942-2013
Lewis Allan Reed was an American musician, songwriter and poet. He was the guitarist, singer, and principal songwriter for the rock band the Velvet Underground and had a solo career that spanned five decades. Although not commercially successful during its existence, the Velvet Underground came to be regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of underground and alternative rock music. Reed's distinctive deadpan voice, poetic and transgressive lyrics, and experimental guitar playing were trademarks throughout his long career.
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About Lou Reed
Birth
1942
Death
2013
First book
1964
Years writing
49
Lewis Allan Reed was an American musician, songwriter and poet. He was the guitarist, singer, and principal songwriter for the rock band the Velvet Underground and had a solo career that spanned five decades. Although not commercially successful during its existence, the Velvet Underground came to be regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of underground and alternative rock music. Reed's distinctive deadpan voice, poetic and transgressive lyrics, and experimental guitar playing were trademarks throughout his long career.
Lou Reed was a foundational rock figure who explored genres ranging from proto-punk to experimental rock.
Beyond music, he excelled as a poet, photographer, and film director throughout his prolific career.
His iconic album Transformer and the hit Walk on the Wild Side defined his artistic legacy.
Born in New York in 1942, his influence spanned multiple roles as a songwriter and record producer.
His literary work Pass thru fire collects the lyrics that cemented his status as a cultural icon.
