Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Pink Floyd Releases New Remix of ‘Animals’ Epic ‘Dogs’
Track appears on upcoming revamped edition of 1977 LP.
Rolling Stones Documentary Series Set for US Premiere
Four-part show, which celebrates band's 60th anniversary, will premiere on Epix in August.
The 10 Heaviest Fleetwood Mac Songs
From "One Sunny Day" to "Sisters of the Moon."
Christine McVie on Fleetwood Mac’s Future: ‘Impossible to Say’
"We might get back together," says singer and keyboardist. "But I just couldn’t say for sure.”
Yes Play Intimate Warm-Up Show Ahead of ‘Close to the Edge’ Tour
Set at 400-capacity venue in Tavistock, England, featured early classics and two songs from 2021's 'The Quest.'
When Queens of the Stone Age Got Grimy for ‘Era Vulgaris’
The lyric “Drawn inside a toilet on the wall / The world is round; my square don't fit at all" feels like a mission statement from the band's fifth LP.
Here’s How to See Your Spotify ‘Pie Chart’
Tool breaks down user streams into colors, using highly specific genres.
The 10 Heaviest Who Songs
Pete Townshend, pioneer of windmilling and guitar destruction, has always sounded truly at home when the chords are crashing.
Alan White, Drummer for Yes and John Lennon, Dies at 72
Prog band's longest-tenured member also played with George Harrison, Joe Cocker and Ginger Baker.
The 10 Heaviest Rush Songs
From the early Zeppelin-isms of "What You're Doing" to the grunge-y attack of "Stick It Out."
All 22 Yes Music Videos Ranked Worst to Best
Prog band's videography is topsy-turvy, mixing straight-ahead "performance" footage, low-budget silliness and high-concept stabs at profundity.
The 10 Heaviest Pink Floyd Songs
From the 7/4 grind of "Money" to the bluesy thrust of "Young Lust."
Why Journey Stopped Making Videos During MTV’s Golden Era
Singer Steve Perry said band wanted to preserve "the mystery and mystique of the fantasy of radio."
How a Resilient Neil Peart Powered Rush’s ‘One Little Victory’
Bassist Geddy Lee once highlighted 'Vapor Trails' single as a drum favorite, saying Peart's part "blew [him] away."
Hear Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Tranquil New Song ‘Not the One’
Track previews band's upcoming album 'Unlimited Love.'
Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson Voice Cops in Rush’s Animated ‘YYZ’ Video
Clip promotes band's 40th anniversary 'Moving Pictures' reissue.
55 Years Ago: Pink Floyd Debut With Playful Single ‘Arnold Layne’
Vibrant, mysterious track preceded band's landmark debut LP, 'The Piper at the Gates of Dawn.'
Black Crowes Extend ‘Shake Your Money Maker’ Reunion Tour
Trek, celebrating band's debut LP, runs June through August.
Tool Announce ‘Opiate2′ Short Film and ‘Reimagined’ Song
Guitarist Adam Jones and visual artist Dominic Hailstone collaborated on Blu-ray-only clip.
Explore Billy Joel’s New York ‘Landmarks’ on New Interactive Map
"New York State of Mind" site highlights businesses, addresses and venues crucial to singer's life and songs.