Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Genesis, ‘BBC Broadcasts': Album Review
This multidisc set marks a new apex of the prog-pop band's live catalog.
When Genesis Helped Peter Gabriel Escape Debt With 1982 Reunion
Proceeds for one-off show benefitted the singer's financially struggling WOMAD festival.
Stevie Nicks Made One Demand Before Teaming Up With Gorillaz
"I want to have big, false eyelashes, and I want to have blonde hair, right?"
Beach Boys Launch New Music Video Series With ‘Barbara Ann’
Project — also featuring "Don’t Worry Baby," "Wouldn’t It Be Nice" and "God Only Knows" — explores teenage romance between surfer and aspiring photographer.
When Golden Earring Returned to US Chart With ‘Twilight Zone’
Glory days seemed behind them — until the band's resurgence with massive 'Cut' single.
45 Years Ago: The Police Plays First Show With Classic Trio Lineup
They were coming off a brief run with original guitarist Henry Padovani.
INXS Announces 1983 Live LP and ‘Shabooh Shoobah’ Reissue
As part of "INXS Day," new wave band also detailed Giles Martin’s Dolby Atmos mix of hits compilation 'The Very Best.'
Rolling Stones, U2 Lead Ticket Gross Chart With Over $2 Billion
New Pollstar report analyzes "thousands of box-office reports" dating back to early '80s.
The 10 Weirdest Genesis Songs
Prog band painted plenty of bizarre pictures, from "Slippermen" to giant, human-hating hogweed.
‘The Beatles: Get Back’ and ‘Pam and Tommy’ Earn Emmy Nods
'Stranger Things,' which features pivotal scenes soundtracked by Kate Bush and Metallica, was also nominated for Best Music Supervision.