Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology
Lou Reed · 1992
219 min · 45 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic journey through Reed's career, blending raw emotion with experimental soundscapes and poetic lyricism.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks exploratory listening for deep engagement wave-like pacing with reflective moments
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'Between Thought and Expression' serves as a comprehensive anthology of Lou Reed's work, compiling tracks from his solo career after leaving The Velvet Underground. This retrospective captures his evolution as an artist, showcasing the breadth of his influences and experimentation in genres ranging from rock to avant-garde.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, psychedelic rock
Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology is an album by Lou Reed, released in 1992. A kaleidoscopic journey through Reed's career, blending raw emotion with experimental soundscapes and poetic lyricism. This anthology is significant not only for its extensive collection of Reed's influential tracks but also for how it encapsulates the evolution of alternative rock. It received critical acclaim, with particular praise for its depth and the inclusion of often-overlooked gems, solidifying Reed's legacy as a pioneer in music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology sound like?
A kaleidoscopic journey through Reed's career, blending raw emotion with experimental soundscapes and poetic lyricism. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology by Lou Reed notable?
This anthology is significant not only for its extensive collection of Reed's influential tracks but also for how it encapsulates the evolution of alternative rock. It received critical acclaim, with particular praise for its depth and the inclusion of often-overlooked gems, solidifying Reed's legacy as a pioneer in music. Released in 1992, 'Between Thought and Expression' serves as a comprehensive anthology of Lou Reed's work, compiling tracks from his solo career after leaving The Velvet Underground. This retrospective captures his evolution as an artist, showcasing the breadth of his influences and experimentation in genres ranging from rock to avant-garde.
Who is Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology for?
Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, exploratory listening for deep engagement and wave-like pacing with reflective moments.
How many songs are on Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology?
Between Thought and Expression: The Lou Reed Anthology has 45 tracks, running approximately 219 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 I Can’t Stand It 2:35
- 2 Lisa Says 5:33
- 3 Ocean 5:06
- 4 Walk on the Wild Side Standout 4:13
- 5 Satellite of Love Standout 3:39
- 6 Vicious 2:56
- 7 Caroline Says 1 3:56
- 8 How Do You Think it Feels 3:42
- 9 Oh Jim 5:11
- 10 Caroline Says 2 4:12
- 11 The Kids 7:51
- 12 Sad Song 7:08
- 13 Sweet Jane 7:57
- 14 Kill Your Sons 3:37
- 15 Coney Island Baby 6:37
Disc 2
- 1 Nowhere at All 3:15
- 2 Kicks 6:02
- 3 Downtown Dirt 4:17
- 4 Rock and Roll Heart 3:06
- 5 Vicious Circle 2:52
- 6 Temporary Thing 5:15
- 7 Real Good Time Together 3:22
- 8 Leave Me Alone 5:32
- 9 Heroin Standout 12:19
- 10 Here Comes the Bride 6:07
- 11 Street Hassle 10:59
- 12 Metal Machine Music 1:33
- 13 The Bells 6:31
Disc 3
- 1 America 2:50
- 2 Think It Over 3:26
- 3 Teach the Gifted Children 3:14
- 4 The Gun 3:41
- 5 The Blue Mask 5:03
- 6 My House 5:25
- 7 Waves of Fear 4:13
- 8 Little Sister 6:07
- 9 Legendary Hearts 3:24
- 10 The Last Show 3:24
- 11 New Sensations 5:44
- 12 My Friend George 3:56
- 13 Doin’ the Things That We Want To 3:57
- 14 The Original Wrapper 3:39
- 15 Video Violence 5:35
- 16 Tell It to Your Heart 5:13
- 17 Voices of Freedom 5:14
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
219 min 50 sec
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