Classic Albums: Lou Reed - Transformer
2001•NR•49m•6.5•Released
MusicDocumentary
In 1972, Lou Reed's second solo album Transformer elevated him from a minor cult figure to one of the best known and most talked about artists in rock & roll, with its incisive portrait of the demimonde and the distinctive hit single "Walk on the Wild Side." Classic Albums: Lou Reed -- Transformer offers a look at the making of this landmark album, with Lou Reed and engineer Ken Scott offering an in-depth perspective on the recording sessions, and Herbie Flowers revealing how he came up with his memorable bass line for "Walk on the Wild Side."
Director
Bob Smeaton
Languages
English
Studio
Isis Production
Cast
Lou Reed
Self
David Bowie
Self
Production
Company
Isis Production
Company
Eagle Rock Entertainment
Producer
Martin R. Smith
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