White Light/ White Heat

Velvet Underground
White Light/ White Heat

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Release date: 04/Apr/2025
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Details / Tracklist: MP3 Audio listen now for free 01. "White Light / White Heat"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 02. "The Gift"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 03. "Lady Godiva's Operation"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 04. "Here She Comes Now"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 05. "I Heard Her Call My Name"
MP3 Audio listen now for free 06. "Sister Ray"
Number of discs: 1
Extra-Infos: Remastered
Description:"Experience the raw, abrasive sound of The Velvet Underground with their classic album, "The Velvet Underground - White Light / White Heat." This groundbreaking release features tracks that showcase the band's experimentation with drugs and their unique take on avant-garde and underground art. The standout track "White Light/White Heat" delves into the experience of taking amphetamines, while "The Gift" is a spoken-word piece with a twisted, surreal narrative. Another notable track is "Lady Godiva's Operation", a raw and hypnotic song that embodies the band's signature sound. Don't miss out on this essential addition to any music lover's collection. - REMASTERED
This reissue of this classic Velvet Underground recording features digital remastering and enhanced packaging. Tracks include "The Gift," "Here She Comes Now," "I Heard Her Call My Name," "Sister Ray" the title track and more.
© 1996 Polygram Records, Inc. Country of manufacture as stated on label. Distributed by Polydor/Polygram. Tracks 1, 3 and 5 published by Oakfield Avenue Music Ltd. (BMI) (admin. by Screen Gems-EMI Music, Inc.) Tracks 2, 4 and 6 published by John Cale Music, Inc. (BMI)/Oakfield Avenue Music Ltd. (BMI) (admin. by Screen Gems-EMI Music, Inc.) Mastered at Gateway Mastering, Portland, Maine. Originally released January 1968 as [url=https://www.discogs.com/release/372030-The-Velvet-Underground-White-LightWhite-Heat]Verve V/V6-5046[/url] Issued in a standard clear tray jewel case with a 4-page booklet. Some copies issued with a sticker on jewel case front.stating: "Newly Digitally Remastered From The Original Master Tapes", and with catalogue # 531 251-2
"White Light/White Heat" is the groundbreaking second studio album by The Velvet Underground, released in 1968 and now available on CD from Polydor. This record is renowned for its raw energy, experimental soundscapes, and unapologetic approach to rock music. Tracks like "Sister Ray," "The Gift," and the title song have become cult classics, influencing generations of musicians across genres. The Velvet Underground, formed in New York City in the mid-1960s with Lou Reed at the helm, are widely regarded as one of the most influential bands in rock history despite their initial lack of commercial success. Their avant-garde style and lyrical honesty paved the way for punk, alternative rock, and countless other movements. Polydor Records is a legendary label known for supporting innovative artists worldwide; their catalog includes iconic acts such as The Who and ABBA. With this release, Polydor continues its tradition of bringing seminal works to new audiences.
Producer: Tom Wilson
No. of tracks: 6
Manufacturer No.: 07314512512
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Ivica S. - 02/May/2021 5 of 5 Stars!
For VU fans who have gotten by on cruddy sounding audience bootlegs, studio material here may make you wet your pants. Plan accordingly. From me, for VU: 5 STARS

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