From the Archives: Former Warhol Protégée Mary Woronov.
Actress/painter Mary Woronov She was part of Andy Warhol's "Factory" in the 1960s. She was discovered while still a college student and was in Warhol's film, "Chelsea Girls," about New York bohemian life. (RE-BROADCAST FROM 12/7/95)
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From the Archives: Musician John Cale's Move from the Avant-Garde to Rock and Roll.
Musician John Cale was the violist, keyboardist and bassist of the 60's avant-garde band, The Velvet Underground. Since the breakup of the group in 1968, John Cale has had a career as a solo artist. In 1990, he collaborated with former Velvet Underground member Lou Reed, on "Songs for Drella," a tribute to artist Andy Warhol. (RE-BROADCAST FROM 8/1/94)
From the Archives: Moe Tucker on Her Life and Career.
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Actress Lili Taylor on Playing the Woman Who Shot Andy Warhol.
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