Lou Reed: Magic and Loss Lou Reed, the iconic rock musician and songwriter, was known for his introspective and thought-provoking lyrics. His album "Magic and Loss" is a testament to his ability to capture the complexities of life and the human experience. The album explores themes of love, death, and the passage of time. It delves into the pain and sorrow associated with loss, as well as the hope and resilience that can arise from it. Reed was inspired to create this album after the deaths of two of his close friends, Doc Pomus and Rotten Rita. In "Magic and Loss," Reed masterfully combines raw emotions with poetic lyricism.
Contemporary Records
The Contemporary catalog is filled with important efforts by Sonny Rollins, Ornette Coleman, Cecil Taylor, Benny Golson, Art Farmer, Phineas Newborn, Benny Carter, Helen Humes, the Curtis Counce Group, Victor Feldman, Harold Land, Teddy Edwards, Howard McGhee, Ben Webster, Woody Shaw along with West-Coasters Hampton Hawes, Barney Kessel and Andre Previn.
After founder Les Koenig’s death, during his seven-year tenure at the helm of Contemporary, John Koenig, who had produced records with his father for several years including several with Art Pepper (with Elvin Jones and also with Charlie Haden), Art Farmer (with Art Pepper, Hampton Hawes, Shelly Manne and Ray Brown), Woody Shaw, Sonny Simmons and others), produced albums by Joe Henderson (with Chick Corea), Joe Farrell (with Freddie Hubbard), Bobby Hutcherson (with McCoy Tyner), Chico Freeman (with Wynton Marsalis and Bobby Hutcherson), George Cables (with Bobby Hutcherson and Freddie Hubbard), Peter Erskine (with Michael Brecker, Kenny Kirkland and Eddie Gomez) and others, adding new dimension to Contemporary’s catalog.
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Ralfi Pagan I Can See (1975)
Part of Fania's excellent 'Rare Grooves' series, this is a Latin Soul and Boogaloo gem !
In "Magic and Loss," Reed masterfully combines raw emotions with poetic lyricism. The album opens with the song "Dorita," which serves as a eulogy for Rita. Reed mourns her passing while reflecting on their shared experiences and the impact she had on his life.
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Ralfi Pagan does latin soul on Fania, 1973- View full info and tracklisting
He sings, "There's a little bit of magic in everything / And then some loss to even things out." These words set the tone for the album, emphasizing the intertwined nature of magic and loss. One of the standout tracks on the album is "Magician." Here, Reed contemplates the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. He sings, "So I take Magician / And place him on my tongue / All the world is crazier / And harder to get through / I feel like a magician / Who's waiting to see God." This song is a powerful reflection on the transient nature of existence and the search for meaning in the face of mortality. Another poignant moment on the album is the song "What's Good." Reed examines the complexities of relationships and the feelings of isolation that can accompany loss. He questions, "What's good? / Life's good / But not fair at all." This song encapsulates the bittersweet nature of existence and the dichotomy of joy and pain. Throughout "Magic and Loss," Lou Reed explores the human experience with a level of vulnerability and authenticity that is characteristic of his work. The album serves as a reminder that loss is an integral part of life, and that through pain and sorrow, we can find moments of magic and beauty. It is a testament to Reed's talent as a songwriter and his ability to touch the hearts of his audience..
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