This is later stage Lou Reed, after he's unwound from his angsty narcissism and the more radical than thou character he used to put on. I'd lean more toward it having been an intentional performance, but it could've been some kind of defence mechanism during a period prior to being truly validated for his work, when he was, more or less, seen by the press as a fringe novelty act.
wow...i've been a huge VU fan my whole life...and honestly never ever saw an interview with lou reed. i'm pretty surprised how laid back and down to earth he is here. i expected a dark introverted artist type
He definitely could be dark and introverted lol he even described himself as that in another interview. But as someone else just said in these replies, he responded to people if he sensed that he was simply being used for a profit and if it was fake, he’d make you run for your money (literally and figuratively) lol
@@nationradical Hauntingly beautiful. She was an average singer, occassionally going flat or out of tune but there is an appeal there. These Days is a beautfiul vocal.
That's true. I'm sure I've read an interview where Lou said Warhol asked him to write a song about Edie, & it was "Femme Fatale". But maybe they later figured it fit Nico somewhat too, which made it even more appropriate song for her to sing.
What a hypocrite, treating each other nice! The 1993 America tour split up, because Reed wanted to include his solo songs into their repertoire, so the others finally being his backup band. Especially John Cale would have non of that BS. It wasn't the first time Reed affronted the other band members. Reed high handedly sacked Warhol, without telling the others. Also Cale's departure was a result of blackmailing Sterl and Moe, by setting them a ultimatum that it's either me or him. Reed didn't have the guts to tell Cale personally, Moe and Sterl had to tell Cale he's out. And because they knew Reed from school days they stayed loyal to Reed. Reed always claimed that The Velvets was mainly about him, but in fact it was Cale who was the musical mastermind behind their sound and arrangements. Due to Reed's selfishness, Cale never got properly credited for the music on TVU&N and WL/WH, it should have read lyrics: Lou Reed music Lou Reed AND John Cale!
I’m a big rock n roll guy. Zeppelin is my all time favorite but artists like Lou Reed always were playing and as I got older I found a newfound respect for their eccentricities. They may not have gotten as huge as some other bands I love but their effect has also been more profound on me as an artist more so than former, I think that speaks volumes of some artists. Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground have had a drastic effect on my life as a musician and artist. Thank you Lou.
Lou Reed's teachers when he was a boy (especially English teachers) were apparently terrific when you see/hear how articulate he is during this interview. His raises his eyes and pauses because he's searching for the right word or phrase with which to answer the interviewer's question. It wouldn't surprise me if Reed in his entire life never once asked "You know what I mean?" He didn't have to. He was rock solid confident in his own verbal expression.
Andy asked Lou to write a song about Eddie called "Femme Fatale" but giving the history between Lou and Nico; I like to believe Lou wrote it with Nico in mind instead of Eddie. But it's just my opinion
@@luismarioguerrerosanchez4747 I agree with you. To me, Edie wasn't a player as much as she was played by other people. And Nico always gave me this intense and almost dark aura around her. Besides, wasn't she Jim Morrison's lover for a while?
I love this series of interviews done when the original four reunited in 1992-3 and toured. Lou is very relaxed and secure in the knowledge of his and the band's genius and legacy. Cale was definitely essential for the drone and aural foreboding that permeated "Venus In Furs," "All Tomorrow's Parties," and "Heroin," while Lou contributed the song-structures that made all the quieter songs on that as well as on "The Velvet Underground" and especially "Loaded" so memorable and even pop.
Jonathan Gomez I think femme fatale and I'll be your mirror are good though, guess it's just a matter of opinion. Also, I don't know if Lou could pull that off in the same way she did, he'd have to change the dynamic of the song to make it sound as great as that. Also I think her accent does great justice to the song, it's unique. I love Lou's NY accent, but again, i don't think it was made for the song.. I can't picture it.
lizzy grant If he would have done the song. You'd probably say that her accent wouldn't have fit. But idk I just think she has a bad voice in my opinion.
Jonathan Gomez Guess I would've idk. I can't imagine it though. And her voice is weird, I love it. I'm just glad you;re not starting a dumb argument with me, like everyone else on here.
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That andy warhol impression was hilarious
He is very normal here.
Not that there is a definition of normal...but you know what i mean.
I like him that way.
You mean not stoned/ not on drugs
This is later stage Lou Reed, after he's unwound from his angsty narcissism and the more radical than thou character he used to put on. I'd lean more toward it having been an intentional performance, but it could've been some kind of defence mechanism during a period prior to being truly validated for his work, when he was, more or less, seen by the press as a fringe novelty act.
Lou Reed sounds like a college prof. I think he would have been a great lecturer but a super tough grader. His exams would have a high failure rate.
hav u commented on another lou reed vid or do i hav deja vu
@@aaron-nd7vk Yeah, I responded to someone's comment on another vid.
Absolutely spot on
Lou Reed does a great portrayal of Andy Warhol
lol, i noticed that too, spot on.
The Velvet Underground is absolute amazing!
This interview affirms my belief that the best music comes from a singular artist, or a united band, who are free to do their music their own way.
hey, it's the Pink Floyd guy! You have very good music taste
@Justin Case I'm not even gonna engage with you. Shut up
Gh
@@Syfoll Yep, his name was John. Rest in peace, he died a few years back.
thank you ben culture I agree I thank you many times 🙏
Lou reed seemed like such a laid back guy I hope he’s resting in peace
This is a really good interview with Lou.
😮did he even mention John Cale 😢
I want more interviews with mr Reed in good mood!
his bad mood interviews are funny though!ua-cam.com/video/IeMIWCxHgQk/v-deo.html
wow...i've been a huge VU fan my whole life...and honestly never ever saw an interview with lou reed. i'm pretty surprised how laid back and down to earth he is here. i expected a dark introverted artist type
avedic You should see his 70s interview hehe
Lou responded differently to
whoever was conducting the interview..if they were incompetent Lou put them in their place
He definitely could be dark and introverted lol he even described himself as that in another interview. But as someone else just said in these replies, he responded to people if he sensed that he was simply being used for a profit and if it was fake, he’d make you run for your money (literally and figuratively) lol
ever seen this interview with an un-prepared swedish journalist?......ua-cam.com/video/TNxG7JnO1oA/v-deo.html
I have
Lou reed is a cool cat 😎
If Lou Reed is not one of the greatest artists of the modern era I'll be buggered.
Lou is a human just like all of us but he is a musical genius and a poet above all
Nico has the most beautiful voice
More haunting than beautiful, she was hardly a good singer
@@nationradical Hauntingly beautiful.
She was an average singer, occassionally going flat or out of tune but there is an appeal there. These Days is a beautfiul vocal.
Watching this it’s like Lou is still alive ❤️ His musical legacy definitely lives on
yes - his "Andy" is the best (made me laugh) - great interview
R.I.P. Lou Reed
Lou seems like a nice bloke.
Anyone know where I can find a transcript of this interview? Or the name of the interview? Or the title of whatever documentary it is a part of?
Lou is the best.
Someone please help me find this version? 1:11 that sounds like one I can't do without
Lou Reed looks like Harold Ramis
I just realized
After I listen to a Lou interview I have to listen to a few of his songs especially "Waiting for my
MAN"
That's true. I'm sure I've read an interview where Lou said Warhol asked him to write a song about Edie, & it was "Femme Fatale". But maybe they later figured it fit Nico somewhat too, which made it even more appropriate song for her to sing.
andy knew exactly what he heard just like i did as a 7 or 8 year old in ´77 instant connection
What a hypocrite, treating each other nice! The 1993 America tour split up, because Reed wanted to include his solo songs into their repertoire, so the others finally being his backup band. Especially John Cale would have non of that BS.
It wasn't the first time Reed affronted the other band members. Reed high handedly sacked Warhol, without telling the others. Also Cale's departure was a result of blackmailing Sterl and Moe, by setting them a ultimatum that it's either me or him. Reed didn't have the guts to tell Cale personally, Moe and Sterl had to tell Cale he's out. And because they knew Reed from school days they stayed loyal to Reed.
Reed always claimed that The Velvets was mainly about him, but in fact it was Cale who was the musical mastermind behind their sound and arrangements.
Due to Reed's selfishness, Cale never got properly credited for the music on TVU&N and WL/WH, it should have read lyrics: Lou Reed music Lou Reed AND John Cale!
Hmm, I thought Lou had said Femme Fatale was about Edie. This is a great interview though.
Yes, but written for Nico.
I’m a big rock n roll guy. Zeppelin is my all time favorite but artists like Lou Reed always were playing and as I got older I found a newfound respect for their eccentricities. They may not have gotten as huge as some other bands I love but their effect has also been more profound on me as an artist more so than former, I think that speaks volumes of some artists. Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground have had a drastic effect on my life as a musician and artist. Thank you Lou.
Lou Reed's teachers when he was a boy (especially English teachers) were apparently terrific when you see/hear how articulate he is during this interview. His raises his eyes and pauses because he's searching for the right word or phrase with which to answer the interviewer's question. It wouldn't surprise me if Reed in his entire life never once asked "You know what I mean?" He didn't have to. He was rock solid confident in his own verbal expression.
LOU REED THE BEST
💘
Lous Andy impression WINS !!!
Isn't femme fatale about edie?
I think by 'for nico' he meant for her to sing it, not for it to be about her.
Andy asked Lou to write a song about Eddie called "Femme Fatale" but giving the history between Lou and Nico; I like to believe Lou wrote it with Nico in mind instead of Eddie.
But it's just my opinion
@@luismarioguerrerosanchez4747 I agree with you. To me, Edie wasn't a player as much as she was played by other people. And Nico always gave me this intense and almost dark aura around her. Besides, wasn't she Jim Morrison's lover for a while?
RIP Lou, you were a very cool artist. Never got Nico though!
@detectivesyme "Have you seen John McCain's speech at the New School? He'll never get elected by anybody over sixth-grade education!" -lou reed
I love this series of interviews done when the original four reunited in 1992-3 and toured. Lou is very relaxed and secure in the knowledge of his and the band's genius and legacy. Cale was definitely essential for the drone and aural foreboding that permeated "Venus In Furs," "All Tomorrow's Parties," and "Heroin," while Lou contributed the song-structures that made all the quieter songs on that as well as on "The Velvet Underground" and especially "Loaded" so memorable and even pop.
dont forget Moe Tucker's great drumming
Great interview!
@purplehazemind Yeah is there more? Post more!
this tv-interview with lou it´s really a jewel! Do you have some more?
Wow I never realized that about I'll be your mirror.
I wish I could to impressions of my friends that well
hello :o how do you know im a family member?
:) the DTFH is taking over the world...
Lol that last quote!!!
Where is this from
:) thank you
:)
lou looks like a korean scientist talking complete schpiel-eee nonsense
Velvet Underground were equally as brilliant in live performances as on their studio releases
I don't care what anyone says. My honest opinion is that Nico shouldn't have been in the album...
but ''all tomorrow's parties'' is a godsend!
lizzy grant Yeah that's the only song. But I think Lou could have sang that song with someone else from the band. Or he could have done a double take.
Jonathan Gomez I think femme fatale and I'll be your mirror are good though, guess it's just a matter of opinion. Also, I don't know if Lou could pull that off in the same way she did, he'd have to change the dynamic of the song to make it sound as great as that. Also I think her accent does great justice to the song, it's unique. I love Lou's NY accent, but again, i don't think it was made for the song..
I can't picture it.
lizzy grant If he would have done the song. You'd probably say that her accent wouldn't have fit. But idk I just think she has a bad voice in my opinion.
Jonathan Gomez Guess I would've idk. I can't imagine it though. And her voice is weird, I love it. I'm just glad you;re not starting a dumb argument with me, like everyone else on here.