RIP Lou Reed

An icon of the music industry that has died today, the legendry front man of the Velvet Underground, Lou Reed passed age 71.  Probably one of the most influential artists of his generation who together with his band had a influence on the punk, glam and alternative rock movements of the 1970s, '80s and '90s. His songs were covered by the likes of REM, David Bowie, Nirvana, Patti Smith and many others.

 
He loss will be a great lost to the music industry, but he has left us amazing legacy for future generations in the form of his recordings, both studio and live, and in the countless interviews and documentaries about himself, the band and the music of his time. As a solo artist he recorded 20 studio albums along and will be remembered for songs like Perfect Day, Walk on the Wild Side, Sweet jane and many more, as well as the singer of the Velvet Underground.