25 Aug Spectacle Episode 104: Lou Reed

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The normally guarded Lou Reed – widely regarded since his Velvet Underground days as music’s Prince of Darkness – opens up with Elvis, revealing himself to be a witty and literate raconteur. He speaks movingly and funnily, about his love of R&B, New York, art and the mysteries of writing and creativity. Lou’s close friend and collaborator the artist Julian Schnabel, joins the fray mid-show, to both heartbreaking and hilarious effect, contributing some disarmingly candid and personal remarks, as well as a riveting – and totally spontaneous – spoken-word performance. Lou breaks down one of his classic compositions on guitar, and then joins Elvis for two amazing performances.

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