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46 Years Ago: The Velvet Underground Release ‘White Light, White Heat’
46 Years Ago: The Velvet Underground Release ‘White Light, White Heat’
46 Years Ago: The Velvet Underground Release ‘White Light, White Heat’
If you look up the phrase "glorious racket," chances are a picture of the Velvet Underground's second album, 'White Light, White Heat' will appear. That description fits each and every one of its 40 minutes perfectly. Unlike the haunting beauty of their flawless debut album, 'White Light,' which was released on Jan. 30, 1968, drops a bit of the artiness and supplements it with rage and r
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Celebrates Lou Reed in Heartfelt Tribute
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Celebrates Lou Reed in Heartfelt Tribute
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Celebrates Lou Reed in Heartfelt Tribute
Since rock legend Lou Reed passed away on Oct. 27, an incredible amount of musicians have offered their condolences. However, not much had been heard from the members of Metallica, who recorded the collaborative album 'Lulu' with Reed in 2011. However, one day shy of the 'Lulu' album's second anniversary, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has offered a lengthy and heartfelt tribute to Reed.
Lou Reed Album Sales Skyrocket
Lou Reed Album Sales Skyrocket
Lou Reed Album Sales Skyrocket
If you've been listening to a lot more Lou Reed since hearing of the rock legend's death, you're not alone. Album sales from Reed and the Velvet Underground's catalog have spiked since he passed away on Oct. 27.
Former Velvet Underground Drummer Moe Tucker Pays Tribute to Lou Reed
Former Velvet Underground Drummer Moe Tucker Pays Tribute to Lou Reed
Former Velvet Underground Drummer Moe Tucker Pays Tribute to Lou Reed
When a famous person dies, too often the tributes from colleagues past and present read like canned statements, with little insight into the deceased’s life or character. However, Moe Tucker, former drummer for the Velvet Underground, went into considerable detail about Lou Reed, who passed away on Oct. 27.
Lou Reed’s Cause of Death Confirmed
Lou Reed’s Cause of Death Confirmed
Lou Reed’s Cause of Death Confirmed
There is now a confirmation of the cause of Lou Reed’s death. It has been revealed that the Velvet Underground and solo star died at his home on Long Island yesterday (Oct. 27) of an ailment that stemmed from his recent liver transplant.

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