Renowned rock and roll photographer Mick Rock first rose to fame in the early '70s with this striking image of superstar David Bowie. The historic shot captures Bowie at the height of his glam rock Ziggy Stardust era (that album was released in 1972). In the center is proto-punk godfather Iggy Pop, whose '72 LP with the Stooges, "Raw Power," is an all-time classic - and which features the mixing talents of Bowie. At right is rock icon Lou Reed, then also in a glam rock phase - his '72 album masterpiece "Transformer" also featured Bowie on production and vocals. Like all of Rock's greatest shots, this image transports you back to another era, defining a precise moment in time.
the velvet underground. featuring nico & lou reed.
The Velvet Underground was an American rock band first active, in various incarnations, from 1965 to 1972. Their best-known members were Lou Reed and John Cale, who both went on to find success as solo artists. Although never commercially successful while together, the band is often cited by many critics as one of the most important and influential groups of their era, and to many future musicians.
Andy Warhol became the band's manager in 1965 and suggested they feature the German-born singer Nico on several songs. Warhol's reputation helped the band gain a higher profile. Warhol helped the band secure a coveted recording contract with MGM's verve records, with himself as nominal "producer", and gave the Velvets free rein over the sound they created.
nico with the new york dolls david johansen
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