Velvet Underground retrospective at Philharmonie de Paris

The Philharmonie de Paris hosts 'The Velvet Underground – New York Extravaganza', a retrospective curated by Christian Fevret and Carole Mirabello, with scenography by Matali Crasset. The exhibition covers the band's brief existence from 1965 to 1970, exploring their roots in New York's post-war boom, Beat Generation, and intersection of pop culture and conceptual art. Seven chapters trace the group's story, including the meeting of Lou Reed and John Cale, their encounter with Andy Warhol at the Factory, and the recording of their debut album in 1967 with Warhol's iconic banana cover. Interactive installations include dark rooms with headphones, a Norwegian hut for viewing films, and displays of photographs, letters, and correspondence. The show runs until August 21, 2016.