Lou Reed

On June 18, 2012, Lou Reed delivered a captivating live performance of "Street Hassle" in Copenhagen at Falconer Salen. At this stage in his career, Reed was riding the waves of his influential legacy while still pushing boundaries. The performance was particularly poignant as it came after his collaboration with Metallica on the album "Lulu," released in 2011, a deviation that stirred both intrigue and controversy within the music community. Lou Reed, known for his gritty lyrical style and avant-garde approach, brought the essence of New York nightlife to life in his work. The 1978 album "Street Hassle" represented a significant turning point for Reed, merging rock and poetic narrative in a way that had rarely been done before. This live rendition, backed by Tony "Thunder" Smith and his band, encapsulated Reed's unique ability to meld the personal and the universal, proving his music was as relevant as ever even in his later years.

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