American band The Velvet Underground, formed in the 1960s by Lou Reed and John Cale, became one of the most influential groups in rock history. Their debut album "The Velvet Underground & Nico", featuring the iconic banana cover designed by Andy Warhol, became a cultural symbol of New York’s art scene. Blending poetic lyrics with raw, experimental music, The Velvet Underground were far ahead of their time. A fun fact is that the original LP cover included a real peelable banana sticker.
