The Velvet Underground & Nico – The Velvet Underground & Nico - is the self-titled debut album by American rock band The Velvet Underground, released in 1967. It is considered one of the most influential albums in the history of rock music. The band consisted of Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison and Maureen Tucker, while Nico, a German singer and model, also appeared on the album. The album is characterized by its experimental approach to music and is considered a pioneer for various genres, including punk, alternative rock and indie. The album's production was supervised by Andy Warhol, a well-known artist and the band's manager. Warhol had also designed the iconic banana cover for the album. "The Velvet Underground & Nico" wasn't a commercial success upon its release, but over the years it has made a huge impact on the music world. The songs on the album deal with topics such as drugs, sexuality and urbanity. Some of the most famous tracks include "Sunday Morning", "I'm Waiting for the Man", "Venus in Furs" and "Heroin". Despite limited commercial success, the album was later recognized as a classic and received widespread praise from critics and other musicians. Many emphasize the unique combination of Reed's lyrical talent, Cale's experimental soundscape and the dark atmosphere that characterizes the album. It is often considered one of the albums that pushed the boundaries of popular music. Tracklist: A1 Sunday Morning A2 I'm Waiting For The Man A3 Femme Fatale A4 Venus In Furs A5 Run, Run, Run A6 All Tomorrow's Parties B1 Heroin B2 There She Goes Again B3 I'll Be Your Mirror B4 Black Angel's Death Song B5 European Son Painting [Cover Painting Banana] – Andy Warhol Producer – Andy Warhol Lead Guitar, Guitar, Vocals – Lou Reed Percussion – Maureen Tucker Rhythm Guitar, Bass Guitar – Sterling Morrison Viola, Piano, Bass Guitar – John Cale Vocals [Chanteuse] – Nico Gatefold with OBI strip, "close-cut" peelable banana sticker, "MANUFACTURED BY POLYDOR K.K., JAPAN KA 8209 Y2,300" printed at the bottom of back cover, obi, no barcode, lyrics sheet. Matrix / Runout (Side A [Stamped]): 〄 MV-2060A 23MM-0191A V A-1- 1 1 1 + Q R Matrix / Runout (Side B [Stamped]): MV-2060B 23MM-0191B A-1- 1 1 1 + LP / Near Mint (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect) OBI / Near Mint (wrinkles, spots on back ) Cover / Front VG+ (light spots on top ,wrinkles, a pressure) Gatefold inside NM , BacK NK Insert/ NM (the pictures and the description are an integral part of the state and the scope of the delivery of the LP or Single) ★★ A Legendary Psychedelic Rock, Art Rock "Must Have "! For Any Collection ★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time An offer exclusive from the seller : BlackGold-Memorabilia Thank´s for your interest. Check out my other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania, Portugal,Romania, Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post