The Velvet Underground

The Velvet Underground formed in New York City in 1964 with Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison and original drummer Angus MacLise, whom Maureen Tucker replaced in 1965. The band created an experimental rock sound that blended art rock, avant-garde noise, and raw storytelling about urban life and taboo subjects. Their debut album, produced by Andy Warhol, sold poorly upon release but later became one of the most influential rock records ever made.