Between Thought and Expression — R.I.P. Lou Reed "The world has lost a fine songwriter and poet…I’ve lost my ‘school-yard buddy’" - John Cale more info

Chicago Tribune — Originally published on January 12, 1992. more info

Chicago Tribune — Originally published January 12, 1992. more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Rock critic Robert Hilburn, who wrote much about Lou Reed during his more than 30 years at the Los Angeles Times, told The Times on Sunday that of all the people he had interviewed over the years, Reed was the most different from his public image. more info

411 Mania — Rock icon was seventy-one... more info

Topix — Lou Reed , the punk poet of rock n' roll who profoundly influenced generations of musicians as leader of the Velvet Underground and remained a vital solo performer for decades after, died Sunday age 71 . more info

Popdose — We didn't always agree with Lou Reed, but it's hard to deny him. more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Lou Reed, anchor of New York rock band the Velvet Underground and widely regarded as one of pop's most influential musicians, has died, the Associated Press reported Sunday. He was 71. more info

CNN Showbiz — Lou Reed, who took rock 'n' roll into dark corners as a songwriter, vocalist and guitarist for the Velvet Underground and as a solo artist, has died at the age of 71, his publicist said Sunday. more info

The Good, The Bad and The Unknown — Lou Reed dead at 71.  Legend.  Genius.  Groundbreaking.  Brilliant.  Iconic. These words don't even come close to describing his music contributions. Sleep well, Lou. Here are the 11 Best Songs By The Velvet Underground: Sunday MorningÂ... more info