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Lou Reed recording at The Record Plant, NYC, 1977

Lou Reed recording at The Record Plant, NYC, 1977 - Main image
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Category: Morrison Hotel Gallery

This photograph captures Lou Reed during a recording session at The Record Plant in New York City in 1977, as seen through the lens of renowned photographer Lynn Goldsmith. A striking black-and-white image from the iconic music photography collection at Morrison Hotel Gallery, it offers a candid glimpse into the legendary musician's creative process.

  • Photographed by Lynn Goldsmith, a celebrated figure in music photography.
  • Depicts Lou Reed at The Record Plant, a historic NYC studio, in 1977.
  • A timeless piece for fans of rock history and classic music photography.
  • Part of the Morrison Hotel Gallery collection, known for iconic music imagery.
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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Miles ★★★★★

The black-and-white tones capture Lou Reed mid-session with such raw intensity, you can almost hear the studio chatter. I've stared at this print for weeks and still notice new details in the shadows.

Isabella ★★★★★

The grain in this photo feels so authentic, like you’re standing right in the studio booth watching Lou work. Lynn Goldsmith really captured a quiet intensity between takes that I haven’t seen in other shots of him from that era. It’s already the centerpiece of my listening room.

Steven F. ★★★★★

The black-and-white shot from that 1977 Record Plant session is pure mood—you can almost hear the tapes rolling just by looking at it. Lynn Goldsmith really captured Lou in his element, and the print quality does the photo justice. It’s been up on my wall for a week and I still stop to stare at it e