A simple public memorial for Lou Reed will be held this Thursday in New York City. Reed died last month at age 71. According to Reed's Facebook page, the event is "a gathering open to the public — no speeches. no live performances, just Lou's voice, guitar music & songs — playing the recordings selected by his family and friends." Set for Thursday, the memorial will be held at The Paul Milstein Pool & Terrace at Lincoln Center from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Reed's death prompted a flood of tributes and remembrances from family, friends and fans. Artists, including the Arctic Monkeys, Arcade Fire, Twin Shadow, Neil Young, My Morning Jacket, David Bowie and Morrissey covered Reed's music to honor the alt-rock icon after his death.
Reed had undergone a liver transplant last year, but complications with the operation left Reed with no additional options. He died at his Long Island home that he shared with his wife Laurie Anderson.
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