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The Power Of The Heart: A Tribute To Lou Reed (RSD24 EDITION)

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    Various Artists

    The Power Of The Heart: A Tribute To Lou Reed

      It goes without saying that the legendary Lou Reed was a true rock ’n’ roll pioneer. From The Velvet Underground’s debut in 1967 all the way through the end of his days, Reed sang truth from his heart. He lived life to the limit—and then some. The Power of the Heart is a tribute to Reed’s freedom of expression with covers spanning his groundbreaking years with the Velvets into his majestic solo career. Each track is a glorious extension of the Rock ’n’ Roll Animal’s soul, ever adventurous and avant-garde. The Power of the Heart: A Tribute to Lou Reed kicks off with a legend in his own right, Keith Richards, reimagining the Velvets’ classic, “I’m Waiting for the Man.” Richards’ rendition instantly invites you on board this unforgettable ride.

      In stark contrast, “Perfect Day” is somehow even more melancholy than the original given the Rufus Wainwright treatment, featuring sparse fingerpicking and gentle harmonies. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts deliver a version of “I’m So Free” that would have even Lou rockin’ in his grave. It’s thrilling to hear these songs reinterpreted and sung by such heavyweights; you can even hear as Lucinda Williams channels the spirit of Lou with her take on “Legendary Hearts.”

      Other tracks include a punk-drunk, loved-up duet by real-life lovers Angel Olsen & Maxim Ludwig with “I Can’t Stand It,” and Rickie Lee Jones’ reimagining of “Walk on the Wild Side,” both whimsical and enticing with her whispery vocals, stripped-down percussion, and a piano fit for a late-night lounge. This tribute album truly defies genre, but its throughline, in the end, is its heart: a deeply thoughtful collection of songs that shaped a generation, each paying homage to a man whose body of work still sings.

      “To me, Lou stood out. The real deal! Something important to American music and to ALL MUSIC! I miss him and his dog.” – Keith Richards.

      “Lou seemed fearless to me, like he’d rather die than be a people-pleaser. I took inspiration from that.” – Rosanne Cash.

      “Lou Reed is my earliest influence, my introduction to punk rock, and the soundtrack to the beginning of my romance with Maxim.” – Angel Olsen.

      “Lou Reed has been gone now for many years. He’s one of the few people whom I miss as much now as when he left. There are so many instances where I wonder what he would say or what he would think. His general aura would always lend something really unique to the room. Thank God he left his great music and recordings. His personality is sorely missed. Love you, Lou.” – Rufus Wainwright.


      TRACK LISTING

      I'm Waiting For The Man - Keith Richards
      I Can't Stand It - Maxim Ludwig & Angel Olsen
      Perfect Day - Rufus Wainwright
      I'm So Free - Joan Jett And The Blackhearts
      Sally Can't Dance - Bobby Rush
      Walk On The Wild Side - Rickie Lee Jones
      I Love You, Suzanne - The Afghan Whigs
      Coney Island Baby - Mary Gauthier
      Legendary Hearts - Lucinda Williams
      New Sensations - Automatic
      Magician - Rosanne Cash
      The Power Of The Heart (bonus Track Cd Only) - Brogan Bentley

      Lou Reed

      Hudson River Wind Meditations

        Light in the Attic Records in cooperation with Laurie Anderson and the Lou Reed Archive, proudly announces a definitive re-release of Hudson River Wind Meditations, the pioneering artist’s final solo album. Originally released in 2007, the deeply personal project combines Reed’s love of creating drone music with his passion for Tai Chi, yoga and meditation. The album’s ambient soundscapes have been described as a counterpoint to his intense Metal Machine Music album—but they are similar outliers in Reed’s 40+ year exploration of drone music and feedback harmonics.

        The album has been remastered by the GRAMMY®-nominated engineer John Baldwin with vinyl pressed at Record Technology Inc. (RTI). The Double LP set is presented in a gatefold jacket designed by GRAMMY®-winning artist, Masaki Koike and features new liner notes by renowned Yoga instructor and author, Eddie Stern, who guided Reed’s practice for years. Also included in the physical editions is a fascinating conversation conducted earlier this year between author/journalist Jonathan Cott (Rolling Stone, The New Yorker) and Reed’s wife, artist Laurie Anderson, who discusses the album, as well as her husband’s devotion to Tai Chi – one of the album’s primary inspirations.

        Hudson River Wind Meditations marks the latest release in LITA’s Lou Reed Archival Series. Launched in 2022 in tandem with the late artist’s 80th birthday, the ongoing series has celebrated one of America’s most influential songwriters through such acclaimed collections as Words & Music, May 1965 featuring many of Reed’s earliest (and previously-unreleased) recordings, including the earliest-known versions of “I’m Waiting for the Man” and “Pale Blue Eyes.”


        STAFF COMMENTS

        Barry says: Though Lou Reed is almost certainly best known for his pioneering solo work or membership of the Velvet Underground, he had a storied and capable history with drone and ambient music too. This, his gorgeous final offering sees Reed smash out a beautiful selection of meticulously rendered organic drones and Tai Chi-friendly swells. It's lovely.

        TRACK LISTING

        SIDE A: “MOVE YOUR HEART”
        SIDE B: “MOVE YOUR HEART – PART II”
        SIDE C: “FIND YOUR NOTE”
        SIDE D: “FIND YOUR NOTE – PART II”, “HUDSON RIVER WIND (BLEND THE AMBIANCE)”, “WIND CODA”

        Lou Reed

        Words & Music, May 1965

          Light in the Attic Records, in cooperation with Laurie Anderson, proudly announces the inaugural title in their ongoing Lou Reed Archive Series: Words & Music, May 1965.

          “To hear a tape containing their earliest demos, recorded on May 11, 1965, and locked away until now, is to hear traces of things rarely associated with The Velvet Underground: blues and folk, earthy and traditional, uncertain and hesitant… yet bristling with that rusty, caustic, Lou Reed spirit. It is a revelation.” – Will Hodgkinson, MOJO'.

          Released in tandem with the late artist’s 80th birthday celebrations, the album offers an extraordinary, unvarnished, and plainly poignant insight into one of America’s true poet-songwriters. Capturing Reed in his formative years, this previously unreleased collection of songs—penned by a young Lou Reed, recorded to tape with the help of future bandmate John Cale, and mailed to himself as a “poor man’s copyright”—remained sealed in its original envelope and unopened for nearly 50 years. Its contents embody some of the most vital, groundbreaking contributions to American popular music committed to tape in the 20th century. Through examination of these songs rooted firmly in the folk tradition, we see clearly Lou’s lasting influence on the development of modern American music – from punk to art-rock and everything in between. A true time capsule, these recordings not only memorialize the nascent sparks of what would become the seeds of the incredibly influential Velvet Underground; they also cement Reed as a true observer with an innate talent for synthesizing and distilling the world around him into pure sonic poetry.

          Featuring contributions from Reed’s future bandmate, John Cale, Words & Music, May 1965 presents in their entirety the earliest-known recordings of such historic songs as “Heroin,” “I’m Waiting for the Man,” and “Pale Blue Eyes”—all of which Reed would eventually record and make indelibly influential with the Velvet Underground. Also included are several more previously-unreleased compositions that offer additional insight into Reed’s creative process and early influences. Produced by Laurie Anderson, Don Fleming, Jason Stern, Hal Willner, and Matt Sullivan, the album features newly-remastered audio from the original tape by GRAMMY®-nominated engineer, John Baldwin. Rounding out the package are new liner notes from acclaimed journalist and author, Greil Marcus, plus in-depth archival notes from Don Fleming and Jason Stern, who oversee the Lou Reed Archive, while the release has been designed by multi-GRAMMY®-winning artist Masaki Koike.

          ● All tracks previously unreleased.
          ● Produced in partnership with Laurie Anderson and the Lou Reed Archive.
          ● Inaugural release in Light in the Attic’s Lou Reed Archive Series.
          ● Features the earliest-known recordings of “I’m Waiting for the Man,” “Pale Blue Eyes" and “Heroin" as made famous by The Velvet Underground.
          ● Includes seven unheard Lou Reed compositions.
          ● Remastered from the original analog tapes by GRAMMY®-nominated engineer John Baldwin.
          ● Package designed by multi-GRAMMY®-winning artist Masaki Koike.
          ● Vinyl pressed at RTI.
          ● LP available on Standard Black Wax plus a Special Limited Color Edition.
          ● LP & CD include booklets featuring lyrics, archival photos, and liner notes by Greil Marcus, Don Fleming and Jason Stern (LP: 20-pgs, CD: 60-pgs)
          ● CD & Cassette include six unheard tracks recorded between 1958 and 1964, including early demos, a cover of Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right,” and a doo-wop serenade recorded in ‘58 when the legendary singer-songwriter was just sixteen-years-old


          STAFF COMMENTS

          Andy says: This is an amazing find and incredible document of one of the greatest song writers of the 20th century. Lou Reed's widow Laurie Anderson feels these home recordings need to be preserved and though Lou had just hooked up with John Cale there is none of their arty explosive, scuzz and sleaze here; these are just pure songs, surprisingly in the folk idiom (though this is 1965 and it's just an acoustic guitar so it clearly makes sense), simply laid down as works in progress. If you're a Lou Reed fan, (and who isn't?), this is a must!

          TRACK LISTING

          I'm Waiting For The Man - May 1965 Demo
          Men Of Good Fortune - May 1965 Demo
          Heroin - May 1965 Demo
          Too Late - May 1965 Demo
          Buttercup Song - May 1965 Demo
          Walk Alone - May 1965 Demo
          Buzz Buzz Buzz - May 1965 Demo
          Pale Blue Eyes - May 1965 Demo
          Stockpile - May 1965 Demo
          Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams - May 1965 Demo
          I'm Waiting For The Man - May 1965 Alternate Version (CD/Cassette Only)
          Gee Whiz - 1958 Rehearsal (CD/Cassette Only)
          Baby, Let Me Follow You Down - 1963/64 Home Recording (CD/Cassette Only)
          Michael, Row The Boat Ashore - 1963/64 Home Recording (CD/Cassette Only)
          Don't Think Twice, It's All Right (Partial) - 1963/64 Home Recording (CD/Cassette Only)
          W & X, Y, Z Blues - 1963/64 Home Recording (CD/Cassette Only)
          Lou's 12-Bar Instrumental - 1963/64 Home Recording (CD/Cassette Only)

          Lou Reed

          Coney Island Baby - 2021 Coloured Vinyl Edition

            Coney Island Baby is the sixth solo studio album by Lou Reed, released December 1975 in the US, and in January 1976 in the UK, by RCA Records. The album has been described as "perhaps the most romantic album of Reed's career". Many of the album's songs were inspired by and dedicated to Reed's girlfriend and muse at the time, a trans woman named Rachel Humphreys but Coney Island Baby is "as much a love letter to Rachel as it was to the nostalgic Coney Island of the mind." 

            Lou Reed

            Transformer

              Produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson, also handling guitar duties on all songs, "Transformer" was Lou Reed's second solo album, but the first containing new songs (his debut consisted reworks of songs he wrote in his Velvet Underground days). "Transformer" is considered Lou Reed's signature album and includes his most known songs as "Satellite of Love", "Vicious"(inspired by Andy Warhol) and "Perfect Day". Rumours has it that, though not credited on the album, "Wagon Wheel" is actually written by David Bowie.






              TRACK LISTING

              A1 Vicious (2:55)
              A2 Andy's Chest (3:17)
              A3 Perfect Day (3:45)
              A4 Hangin' 'Round (3:32)
              A5 Walk On The Wild Side (4:13)

              B1 Make Up (2:56)
              B2 Wagon Wheel (3:19)
              B3 Satellite Of Love (3:39)
              B4 New York Telephone Conversation (1:32)
              B5 I'm So Free (3:08)
              B6 Goodnight Ladies (4:20)

              Lou Reed

              The Raven

                Lou Reed's 2003 album, and 19th solo album "The Raven", is a concept album, recounting the short stories and poems of Edgar Allan Poe. The album which features guest vocals from Laurie Anderson and David Bowie (amongst others) This is the first time "The Raven" will appear on vinyl.

                Lou Reed

                Ecstasy

                  THIS IS A RECORD STORE DAY 2019 EXCLUSIVE, LIMITED TO ONE PER PERSON.

                  Heavyweight Double LP reissue of Lou Reed’s 18th and final (non-collaborative) solo rock album “Ecstasy”, released in 2000.


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