The Velvet Underground & Nico
The Velvet Underground and Nico's 1967 debut is arguably the most influential rock album ever made. This Mobile Fidelity reissue is known for exceptional sonic clarity that reveals new layers with each listen. Lou Reed's deadpan vocals, John Cale's viola, and the band's avant-garde approach created art rock before the term existed. Songs like Venus in Furs and Heroin remain startling and powerful decades later. The reissue's improved sound justifies seeking it out—even longtime listeners discover new details in the arrangements. A transformative record essential to any serious collection.
Item Details+
| Genre | Rock |
| Style | Art Rock Psychedelic Rock |
| Notes | Mint (NM or M-) Mint (NM or M-) NM copy all around. Please note that the jewelcase is not graded. |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab, Polydor |
| Year | 1997 |
| Country | US |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. Sunday Morning 2:54
2. I'm Waiting For The Man 4:38
3. Femme Fatale 2:37
4. Venus In Furs 5:09
5. Run Run Run 4:19
6. All Tomorrow's Parties 5:57
7. Heroin 7:11
8. There She Goes Again 2:39
9. I'll Be Your Mirror (Monophonic) 2:12
10. The Black Angel's Death Song 3:12
11. European Son 7:47
12. All Tomorrow's Parties (Alt. Mix) 5:58
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