It may have opened some doors for noise-rock/experimental music, but I'm convinced that it was made simply to push the envelope on what a label would release. I think Lou Reed said some disparaging things about it after it was released, and it was widely known for being one of the most returned albums of all-time.
elevenghosts t1_jebwo9u wrote
Reply to Bands that peaked with their first album? by GroguIsMyBrogu
Nas, Stone Roses, Television.