
John Cale
- Date of Birth: 1942-03-09
- Place of Birth: Garnant, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK
Biography
John Davies Cale, OBE, is a Welsh musician, composer, singer, songwriter and record producer. At an early age Cale discovered a talent for the viola, and became a member of the National Youth Orchest... John Davies Cale, OBE, is a Welsh musician, composer, singer, songwriter and record producer. At an early age Cale discovered a talent for the viola, and became a member of the National Youth Orchestra of Wales at the age of 13. He was later awarded a scholarship at Goldsmiths College, London, England. In 1963, he travelled to the United States to continue his musical training with the assistance and influence of Aaron Copland. He was a founding member of the American rock band The Velvet Underground. Over his five-decade career, Cale has worked in various styles across rock, drone, classical, avant-garde and electronic music.

The Velvet Underground Tarot Cards
Drama, Documentary • 1966 August

Curious: The Velvet Underground in Europe
Documentary • 1993 December

The South Bank Show: Velvet Underground
Documentary, Music • 1986 April

Nico Live in Marseille
Music • 1975 November

Screen Test: John Cale
Documentary • 1966 January

John Cale & Band: Live at Rockpalast
Music • 2010 October

Andy Warhol: The Complete Picture
Documentary • 2001 January

Whips
• 1964 May

Musik Convoy
Talk • 1984 January

Velvet Underground: Under Review
Music, Documentary • 2006 April