Sterling Morrison

Biography

Holmes Sterling Morrison Jr., a founding member of the iconic rock group the Velvet Underground, was born on August 29, 1942, in East Meadow, New York. As a versatile musician, he played electric guitar and bass, providing percussive rhythms and melodic lead parts that complemented Lou Reed's guitar and vocals. Morrison was an essential element of the Velvet Underground's sound, but his musical endeavors remained largely within the band. He passed away on August 30, 1995.