Released 30 years ago
Set the Twilight Reeling
Lou Reed · 1996
50 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock
A reflective blend of raw emotion and gritty realism wrapped in Lou Reed's signature storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression to emotional climax
- reflective storytelling with raw emotion
- late-night introspection and contemplation
- urban narratives with gritty realism
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Set the Twilight Reeling' was Lou Reed's twelfth solo studio album, coming after a period of both critical acclaim and commercial fluctuation. Following his more experimental work on 'Magic and Loss' (1992), this album marked a return to a more accessible sound that resonated with both long-time fans and new listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Iggy Pop· The Velvet Underground
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Egg Cream 5:17
- 2 NYC Man 4:56
- 3 Finish Line 3:24
- 4 Trade In 4:59
- 5 Hang On to Your Emotions 3:46
- 6 Sex With Your Parents (Motherfucker), Part II (live) 3:37
- 7 HookyWooky 4:19
- 8 The Proposition 3:26
- 9 Adventurer 4:17
- 10 Riptide 7:47
- 11 Set the Twilight Reeling 5:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.