Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
50 Years Ago: Gene Wilder Adds Mystery, Mischief to ‘Willy Wonka’
Actor delivered an all-time classic performance in musical fantasy, which hit theaters in June 1971.
Top 50 Progressive Rock Albums
From 'The Lamb' to 'Octopus' to 'The Snow Goose' — the best LPs that dream beyond 4/4.
Roger Daltrey Cancels U.S. Solo Tour Due to Travel ‘Uncertainty’
Who singer also "reluctantly" nixed live run due to "challenges for a [U.K.] act to be able to perform in the [U.S.]."
Foo Fighters Cover Bee Gees for Record Store Day LP
Limited-edition album also includes five live-in-the-studio versions of 'Medicine at Midnight' tunes.
45 Years Ago: Led Zeppelin Go Rockabilly With ‘Candy Store Rock’
'Presence' single was a playful – if deceptively complex – homage to their early rock roots.
Jane Curtin and Laraine Newman Revisit That Famous ‘SNL’ Fight
Castmates Chevy Chase and Bill Murray got into a physical altercation in 1978.
‘Beatles: Get Back’ Doc Series Split Into Three Two-Hour Episodes
Peter Jackson's take on band's 'Let It Be' sessions will air exclusively on Disney+.
55 Years Ago: Beatles Debut ‘Paperback Writer’ and ‘Rain’ Videos
"I suppose in a way we invented MTV," George Harrison later reflected of promotional clips.
In Defense of Genesis’ ‘Invisible Touch’
They were prog heroes and pop stars — a rare and tricky balance. Recognizing that fact only underscores their versatility.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Rethink Farewell: ‘Maybe It’s Not Our Time to Go’
Band details U.S. dates for 2021 Big Wheels Keep on Turnin' Tour.