In 1968, the Velvet Underground went through a period of profound transition, marked by the departure of John Cale, who
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Nico, born Christa Päffgen (1938-1988), was a German singer, songwriter, model and actress. She became famous as the lead singer of the Velvet Underground, collaborating on their debut album “The Velvet Underground & Nico”.
Her melancholy vocals and icy beauty brought a unique dimension to the band. After leaving the Velvet Underground, Nico released a series of solo albums that blended rock, folk and avant-garde, including “Chelsea Girl” and “The Marble Index”.
Despite a life marked by addiction and tragedy, Nico remains a cult figure in 20th-century music.
In 1968, the Velvet Underground went through a period of profound transition, marked by the departure of John Cale, who
With a single guitar chord, they challenged the music world, transgressed conventions and created a movement that, over half a
Nico, whose real name was Christa Päffgen, remains a captivating and enigmatic figure in modern music. Despite her untimely death