Live in Italy cover

Live in Italy

Lou Reed · 1984

74 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock

Raw and unfiltered, this live album captures the essence of Reed's gritty storytelling and dynamic performance energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing dynamics
  • raw unfiltered live energy

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1984, Lou Reed was in a phase of artistic resurgence after years of fluctuating success. 'Live in Italy' followed his acclaimed album 'The Blue Mask' (1982) and showcased his continued evolution as a solo artist, highlighting his ability to engage audiences with both classic hits and deeper cuts.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Iggy Pop· The Velvet Underground

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sweet Jane 4:03
  • 2 I'm Waiting for the Man 3:48
  • 3 Martial Law 4:08
  • 4 Satellite of Love 6:40
  • 5 Kill Your Sons 5:44
  • 6 Betrayed 3:01
  • 7 Sally Can't Dance 3:31
  • 8 Waves of Fear 3:18
  • 9 Average Guy 2:43
  • 10 White Light/White Heat 3:21
  • 11 Some Kinda Love / Sister Ray 15:27
  • 12 Walk on the Wild Side 4:28
  • 13 Heroin 8:33
  • 14 Rock and Roll 5:58

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata