The Velvet Underground and Nico has probably influenced the sound of more bands than any other album. And remarkably, it still sounds as fresh and challenging today as it did upon its release in 1967. This book covers everything from Lou Reed's lyrical genius to John Cale's groundbreaking instrumentation, and from the creative input of Andy Warhol to the fine details of the recording process. With input from co-producer Norman Dolph and Velvets fan Jonathan Richman, it documents the creation of a record which -- in the eyes of many -- has never been matched. Part of Continuum's "33 1/3" series of short books about specific albums of the last 40 years.
