John Cale

John Cale, born in Wales, co-founded The Velvet Underground before launching a prolific solo career in 1970. His work spans experimental rock, art pop, and classical composition, with notable albums including "Paris 1919" and "Fear." Cale also produced records for The Stooges and Patti Smith, and his 1991 recording of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" for the tribute album I'm Your Fan became the basis for Jeff Buckley's famous version.