In this mini DFCAC episode, I dive into the lore and people behind Lou Reed's second solo studio album, Transformer. The photography of Mick Rock and Karl Stoecker, graphic designer and model Ernie Thormahlen, glam and drag: the people who inspired Lou’s lyrics, reasoning behind the font choice Electus as: ‘Transformer’ – high voltage – the electrical connotation of a transformer, and also the blurred lines concerning Lou’s career and even his sexuality….and as usual, I explore connections to so many other great covers.I could have gone on for hours about each one of those subjects so consider this episode a loving introduction to this cover and its many fascinating components. Check out the youtube for companion visuals or listen wherever you get podcasts. Thank you for tuning in! Follow the show: @_designfreakspodcast_Design Freaks on YouTubeSubscribe wherever you get podcasts! linktr.ee/DesignFreaks~~Donate to help with recording costs Thank you!~~Theme music: "Jet in Jungle" by Damaged Bug, courtesy of John Dwyer~~SOURCES:https://classicalbumsundays.com/album-of-the-month-lou-reed-transformer/https://madelinex.com/2018/05/16/lou-reed-transformed/https://fontsinuse.com/uses/5054/lou-reed-transformer-album-arthttps://www.moma.org/collection/works/156019https://fontsinuse.com/uses/6663/the-electric-circus-posters-flyers-adsSupport the show