Release comes in a jewelcase with an 8-sided booklet.
Recorded live at Le Bataclan, Rue Voltaire, Paris on Saturday 29th January 1972
(Nico on stage on tracks 10-14)
The bonus tracks are recorded at a rehearsal held in London shortly before the gig.
Digitally Remastered
"Bataclan" is a captivating live CD that captures the legendary 1972 performance by Lou Reed, John Cale, and Nico at the iconic Bataclan club in Paris. This historic concert brought together three pivotal members of The Velvet Underground for an intimate set featuring both solo material and classic Velvet Underground songs. The recording stands as a testament to their enduring influence on rock music, blending Reed's poetic lyricism, Cale's avant-garde arrangements, and Nico's haunting vocals. Released by Keyhole Records?renowned for its dedication to unearthing rare archival recordings?this edition offers fans pristine sound quality and insightful liner notes. Lou Reed was celebrated for his groundbreaking work with The Velvet Underground and his successful solo career; John Cale is acclaimed as a multi-instrumentalist and producer; while Nico remains an enigmatic icon of art-rock. Together, they shaped alternative music history.