Author(s): Paul Skellett

Music

Charting the evolution of Lou Reed, both the man and the myth, Lou Reed - Chapter & Verse brings to life the New York subculture that influenced and nurtured Lou Reed and The Velvet Underground. It is a study of the man, his city, his philosophy, journalism, song writing and the legendary characters, both real and fictional, that inspired his life and work, all of which shaped him as one of the most influential lyricist/musicians and commentators of our time. His working relationships with Andy Warhol, Mick Ronson and David Bowie are further explored. Featuring unseen, rare and fully remastered images and materials, from major image and private archives, including Stewart Hurwood, John Cale, Maureen Tucker, Mick Rock and others, taking us through the dangerous but electric bohemian crumble that was New York, a dying metropolis in the 1960s and 70s, full of eccentric geniuses and an attitude that anything outrageous or artistic could be achieved. Lou Reed has been an international hero over the decades. Beyond his death his following and influence continues heavily across Europe and back in the United States. His album sales have boomed and his star continues to grow, with loyal and brand new fans discovering more about the man and his work every day. The book also appeals to music and art fans around the world who want to discover how a virtually bankrupt and corrupt city at the time managed to spawn such an enduring catalogue of ground breaking music and art.