John cale books the velvet underground hans werksman. The ultimate cult band and the ultimate art rock experience, the vus music and style have served as a blueprint for everyone from david bowie to the jesus and mary chain. The story behind the velvet undergrounds most iconic album cover. The inevitable world of the velvet underground posts facebook. Lou reed the velvet underground book the velvet underground. Apr 10, 2017 the velvet underground and nico was finally released on march 12, 1967, but a pending lawsuit from actor eric emerson his image was inadvertently featured in the background of the albums back. It was recorded in 1966 while the band were featured on andy warhols exploding plastic inevitable tour, which gained attention for its experimental performance sensibilities and controversial lyrical topics, including drug abuse, prostitution, sadomasochism. The most common velvet book cover material is velvet.
Rare third issue of this groundbreaking journal of sexual freedom, includes a 1964 exchange of letters with michael leigh author of the velvet underground, an article on sex under lsd by experimental filmmaker ray nelson, and an unsigned piece. The velvet underground was an american rock band formed in 1964 in new york city by singerguitarist lou reed, multiinstrumentalist john cale, guitarist sterling morrison, and drummer angus maclise replaced by moe tucker in 1965. The velvet underground and nico was finally released on march 12, 1967, but a pending lawsuit from actor eric emerson his image was inadvertently featured in the background of the albums back. The velvet underground, american band of the 1960s whose primal guitar sound and urbannoir lyrics, influenced by avantgarde art and modern literature, inspired the punk and alternative rock movements of the 1970s and 80s. Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome. Released in 1969 to an almost total lack of critical acclaim or consumer interest, the velvet undergrounds third album may well be the finest record of the bands career. Andy warhols vision of the perfect rock band, the velvet underground wrote the book on cool. Rare third issue of this groundbreaking journal of sexual freedom, includes a 1964 exchange of letters with michael leigh author of the velvet underground, an article on sex under lsd by experimental filmmaker ray nelson, and an. When the velvet undergrounds second album descended on the world in january, 1968, nobody was ready for it. Jan 16, 2014 when the velvet underground s second album descended on the world in january, 1968, nobody was ready for it.
As the story goes, it was a relentless, screeching, thudding, scoffing assault on the. Its a magnificent imagining of an artifact once lost to the annals of music history. The velvet undergrounds sixdisc deluxe edition, including longsoughtafter live material from 1969, offers a complete portrait of a period. Like a spirit from the past, black lips have dreamed up an eerie resemblance to the velvet underground on their cover of get it on time. This is a picture of the velvet underground s third album entitled simply the velvet underground. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours.
Its tough to determine which of becks velvet underground covers is best when there are so many to choose from. What is the meaning behind the velvet undergrounds band name. The occult book that inspired the velvet undergrounds. High quality velvet underground gifts and merchandise. Essential reading for anyone who is into the velvet underground. One of my big mistakes was turning richman on to alice bailey, thats where that insect song comes from. Wrap with remaining velvet and smooth out wrinkles.
As a result of believing in everything that david bowie talked about and stood for, and his covers of velvet underground songs im waiting for the man and white light white heat, i. Oct 01, 2011 the legendary sexology book that lent its name to the seminal new york rocknroll group the velvet underground, led by lou reed, whose songs were to mirror its themes of depravity and social malaise. When warhol suggested that reed should write a song about fellow factory scenestress edie sedgwick, youthquaker, socialite, and allaround trouble with a. The velvet underground is a paperback by journalist michael leigh that reports on paraphilia in the usa, published in september 1963 cover text. The front cover photo was photographed by billy name. This is a picture of the velvet undergrounds third album entitled simply the velvet underground. Reed was one of the most literary rock musicians, making his notes from underground and reporting back to us in song, hence this books title, which also. Inside cover includes very rare copies of vu postersflyers. Its incomparable strangeness, beauty and bravery will stun any one of any age in any era.
Guide to the velvet underground collection, 19642015. From neverbeforeseen photographs of the bands first live show in new york to andy warhols cover and poster designs, lou reeds handwritten music and. The principal members were lou reed original name lewis allan reed. The most common velvet cover book material is velvet. This animated short recounts the velvet undergrounds first gigin 1965, in front of a crowd of shocked kids at a suburban new jersey high school. The velvet underground scavenged the narrow alleys of the bad parts of town, and scavenged the subconscious of the urban kid, for emotional scraps that were a barbaric byproduct of the original spirit of rocknroll.
Released in 1969 to an almost total lack of critical acclaim or consumer interest, the velvet underground s third album may well be the finest record of the bands career. The band was initially active between 1965 and 1973, and was briefly managed by the pop artist andy warhol, serving as the house. Subjects range from mailorder pornography and prostitution to bondage and sm parties, orgies, and clandestine sex clubs. Released on 1970s loaded, the velvet undergrounds last studio album featuring lou reed, it immediately became a staple of fm radio, despite its odd and provocative lyrics, unusual structure, and unconventional sound, and it continues to get airplay to this day. The history of the conspiracy theory vinyl rewind duration. The story behind the velvet undergrounds most iconic. Written by lou reed in 1964, the song, which overtly depicts heroin use and abuse, is one of the bands most celebrated compositions. Get the best deals on original the velvet underground memorabilia when you shop the largest online selection at. The velvet underground the velvet underground discogs. This startling to me, anyway quote from lou reed jumped off the page. The velvet underground played at my high school pov pbs.
One of the best book covering the velvet underground history specially for the factoryera. From neverbeforeseen photographs of the bands first live show in new york to andy warhols cover and poster designs, lou. The life of lou reed covers reeds whole life with a slight emphasis on his work with the velvet underground, upon which his reputation largely rests. This was an essential album to have when discovering the velvet underground in the early 80s before everything was back in print.
The velvet underground vu 1985, hrm pressing, vinyl discogs. The velvet underground 10 of the best music the guardian. In this book, joe harvard covers everything from lou reeds lyrical genius to john cales groundbreaking instrumentation, and from the creative input of. The inevitable world of the velvet underground posts.
But as a documentary on the sexual corruption of our age, it is a must for every thinking adult. Original the velvet underground memorabilia for sale ebay. Open the book and cut tabs into the velvet to fold around the corners of the book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The velvet underground and nico has influenced the sound of more bands than any other album. But as a documentary on the sexual corruption of our age, it is a must for every thinking adult leigh investigates aberrant sexual behavior between consenting adults, that is, everything. The occult book that inspired the velvet undergrounds white. The velvet underground american rock group britannica. The velvet underground mark ii made a stylistic shift towards intimacy, with reed seeking redemption on songs such as beginning to see. The legendary sexology book that lent its name to the seminal new york rocknroll group the velvet underground, led by lou reed, whose songs were to mirror its themes of depravity and social malaise. Dear fans good news, my new book the velvet underground in chicago with pictures by allan lee koss available is for distribution. The velvet underground vu 1985, hrm pressing, vinyl. Apr 05, 2019 day 1 found him posting a crumbling, yellowed paperback copy of the velvet underground, a 1963 investigation into aberrant behavior among consenting adults, an image he accessorized.
What is the meaning behind the velvet undergrounds band. With nico, their aloof european vocalist, and the dark lyrics of lou reed, they were fixtures in warhols factory scene. All recordings were originally produced in 1968 and 1969 by the velvet underground. Get the best deals on the velvet underground memorabilia when you shop the largest online selection at. The velvet underground is an astonishing assembly of rare objects and artworks and the first book of its scale to document the formative years of the band.
This book is in spanish but copies sold by the us velvet underground appreciation society came with a famously problematic english translation and a live flexidisc. In 1966 the book was picked up on by lou reed, a young new york musician who had just formed a band, the falling spikes. Critic mark deming of allmusic writes, while heroin hardly endorses drug use, it doesnt clearly condemn it, either, which made it all. Reed immediately changed the bands name to the velvet underground, became andy warhols house band, wrote a raft of songs based on sleaze and the demimonde, and the rest is history. The velvet underground live into two and sell each half separately, couldnt they have at least made a new cover for vol. Oct 28, 20 the story behind the velvet underground s most iconic album cover one of lou reeds lasting legacies besides founding the velvet underground and introducing the world to the depths of feedback loops will forever be his impact on the way the world sees bananas. Reed was one of the most literary rock musicians, making his notes from underground and reporting back to us in song, hence this book s title, which also.
The velvet underground is a paperback by journalist michael leigh that reports on paraphilia in the usa, published in september 1963. Tony conrad, who is now better known as an experimental filmmaker and avantgarde minimalist composer, found michael leighs book discarded on a n. A fully revised version of the text is available in the velvet underground companion book. The velvet underground takes its name from a paperback nonfiction book by the writer michael leigh.
Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. I mean, i have nothing against the female bottom, kneehigh boots, and leopardskin panties, but ive been listening to. The 368 page, 8 12 x 11sized book covers the groups recording sessions, record. The best covers of the velvet underground and nico mtv. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The velvet underground in chicago with pictures by allan lee koss will contain 11 never seen before pictures plus 6 sections one for each venue viisted by the group with a total 67 pages full of nicely reproduced stuff, mostly new. I said, do you know, jonathan, that insects are a manifestation of negative ego. By turns fiercely confrontational, literate, primitive and sweetly melodic, the velvet underground remain one of the most influential bands in the history of rock. The velvet underground 10x17 giclee canvas print of vintage. The velvet underground is an astonishing assembly of rare objects and artworks and the first book of its scale to document the formative years of the band time out magazine named the greatest new york musicians of all time.
A scarce and soughtafter velvet underground collectible. Apply glue to the back cover and spine in the same way. And remarkably, it still sounds as fresh and challenging today as it did upon its release in 1967. It is a reproduction of a cover of a vintage paperback from my personal collection. He makes femme fatale sound like a genius falling down the stairs at quarter of five in the morning. The velvet underground are probably the most influential band of the entire history of rock music. Day 1 found him posting a crumbling, yellowed paperback copy of the velvet underground, a 1963 investigation into aberrant behavior among consenting adults, an image he accessorized. Aug 09, 2017 the velvet underground mark ii made a stylistic shift towards intimacy, with reed seeking redemption on songs such as beginning to see the light and jesus. Recently, i was reading a feature about jonathan richman in a 1986 issue of spin. What your book covers say about you the new york times. Also a special run of 30 copies in roman numerals destinated to people that collaborated in the book. The velvet underground the velvet underground amazon.
Shop unique the velvet underground posters on redbubble. This copy has a bit of general wear to the covers, but is tight and clean inside. The story behind the velvet undergrounds most iconic album cover one of lou reeds lasting legacies besides founding the velvet underground and introducing the world to the depths of feedback loops will forever be his impact on the way the world sees bananas. Part of it, of course, is the riff which apparently includes a secret.
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