New Sensations  by Lou Reed

New Sensations is the thirteenth solo studio album by American musician Lou Reed, released in April 1984 by RCA Records. The production is co-signed by Lou Reed and John Jansen.

It is considered one of Reed's most "bright" and optimistic albums. After years of addictions, the artist appears more balanced, adopting a pop/rock sound with elements of new wave. His lyrics often focus on the simple joys of everyday life, such as motorcycle rides and human relationships. Notable musicians participated in New Sensations, such as bassist Fernando Saunders, drummer Fred Maher, and the Brecker brothers (Michael and Randy) on horns. It is notable that Reed took on all the guitar parts himself, following the end of his collaboration with Robert Quine.

The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 56 on the Billboard 200 and marking Reed's return to the British charts after nearly a decade. In the United Kingdom, it reached No. 92. New Sensations remains one of Lou Reed's most accessible works, proving that the "dark" poet of New York could write equally effectively about happiness.