David Bowie is among many artists who have paid tribute to Lou Reed, who died yesterday [October 27] aged 71.
A post on Bowie's website read:
"R.I.P. LOU REED
"It is with great sadness that we report the death of Lou Reed who died today aged 71. (March 2, 1942 – October 27, 2013)
David Bowie said of his old friend: 'He was a master.'"