The influence that Lou Reed had on alternative music is undeniable. After his untimely death on Sunday, many fans and artists took to social media to express their sadness and respect for the 71-year-old legend. In the days since his passing, bands including the Arctic Monkeys, Arcade Fire, Twin Shadow, Pearl Jam, My Morning Jacket, The Black Crowes, Phish, Gov't Mule and more have performed covers of Lou Reed's work.
Listen to their renditions of classic's written by the late alt-rock poet, and leave us your memories in the comments section below!
Arctic Monkeys cover “Walk on the Wild Side” from Transformer
Twin Shadow covers “Perfect Day” from Transformer
Pearl Jam covers “I’m Waiting for the Man” from The Velvet Underground & Nico
Neil Young, My Morning Jacket, Elvis Costello and Jenny Lewis cover “Oh! Sweet Nuthin” from Loaded
The Black Crowes “Oh! Sweet Nuthin'" from Loaded
Phish “Rock & Roll” from Loaded
Gov’t Mule covers "Walk on the Wild Side" from Transformer
Arcade Fire cover "Satellite of Love" and "Perfect Day" from Transformer (Via NPR)
