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Lou Reed
The essential Lou Reed records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1BerlinLou ReedStart here
Berlin
A bleak, theatrical song-cycle of addiction and despair. Harrowing and acclaimed. A cult masterpiece.
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2TransformerLou ReedClassic
Transformer
Reed's glam-era breakthrough, produced by Bowie, home to 'Walk on the Wild Side' and 'Perfect Day'. Witty, seedy and tuneful. His most accessible record.