Black Producers (Like Tom Wilson) Really Mattered
Tom Wilson was something of a rarity in rock: a black man producing music by white artists like Dylan, Zappa, and Velvet Underground. A look at his career.
The 3 Greatest Rockers … Who Never Played A Note
Not every rock star struts a stage. Here are three artists who had a major impact on the image, sound, and attitude of rock and roll.
Velvet Underground and “The Matrix Tapes”
Fifty years later, a deluxe vinyl reissue of Velvet Underground’s “The Matrix Tapes” highlights the peculiar genius of Lou Reed and company.
Lou Reed’s Walk on the Mild Side
Being a punk icon ain’t easy when you’re hitting middle age. But you can count on Lou Reed to explore aging and anarchy with grace.
