Who was the manager for Velvet Underground?

Who was the manager for Velvet Underground?

In 1965, after being introduced to the Velvet Underground by filmmaker Barbara Rubin, Andy Warhol became the band’s manager and suggested they use the German-born singer Nico (born Christa Päffgen) on several songs. Warhol’s reputation helped the band gain a higher profile.

What album is Lou Reed holding on the cover of The Velvet Underground?

WHITE LIGHT/WHITE HEAT
This is the back cover of the album WHITE LIGHT/WHITE HEAT. The band is standing on the front steps of the Boston Tea Party, a 1960’s rock club in Boston then located at 53 Berkeley Street. The photo is by Mario Anniballi. At that time the band consisted of Lou Reed, Mauren Tucker, Sterling Morrison and John Cale.

Is The Velvet Underground and Nico a concept album?

Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in early 1967, but recorded close to a year before, The Velvet Underground & Nico, along with Sgt. Pepper, introduced a new form of rock music: the artsy concept album.

What is Lou Reed’s best album?

Lou Reed best albums

• New York. Lou Reed.
• Rock N Roll Animal. Live. Lou Reed.
• The Blue Mask. Lou Reed.
• Coney Island Baby. Lou Reed.
• Street Hassle. Lou Reed.
• Magic And Loss. Lou Reed.
• Lou Reed. Lou Reed.
• Metal Machine Music. Lou Reed.

Is The Velvet Underground overrated?

The Velvet Underground are unquestionably the most overrated band in rock history, unless the Sex Pistols count. Yes, they influenced everyone from Yo La Tengo to Vaclav Havel, but so did the Doors and a lot of other ’60s bands – most of whom don’t put me to sleep like the Velvet Underground do too often.

What does Andy Warhol have to do with The Velvet Underground?

Pittsburgh born and educated pop artist Andy Warhol managed and produced the seminal rock band the Velvet Underground. His other contribution to the world of music was his creation of cover art for 53 albums spanning rock, jazz, classical, and pop music.