Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Vangelis, ‘Blade Runner’ Composer and Electronic Icon, Dies at 79
Greek composer's catalog spans electronic music, progressive rock and major film scores including Oscar-winning Chariots of Fire.'
The 10 Heaviest Pink Floyd Songs
From the 7/4 grind of "Money" to the bluesy thrust of "Young Lust."
The 10 Heaviest Genesis Songs
From the Bonham-like drums of "Squonk" to the knotty guitar riff of "Down and Out."
When Pink Floyd Launched Turbulent North American ‘Animals’ Tour
In the Flesh trek — which helped inspire 'The Wall' — wrapped with infamous show featuring Roger Waters spitting incident.
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."
Hear Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Tranquil New Song ‘Not the One’
Track previews band's upcoming album 'Unlimited Love.'
Muse Announce New Album ‘Will of the People’ and Share New Song
Alt-prog trio previewed record, which follows 2018's 'Simulation Theory,' with single "Compliance."
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.'
Five Reasons Beck Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Shapeshifting songwriter has never stumbled into a real creative dry spell.
Hear Tool’s Longer, Proggier Remake of 1992 Song ‘Opiate’
Ten-minute version will be accompanied by short film on Blu-ray.
Tool Announce ‘Opiate2′ Short Film and ‘Reimagined’ Song
Guitarist Adam Jones and visual artist Dominic Hailstone collaborated on Blu-ray-only clip.
Beyond ‘No ‘Stairway”: The 10 Funniest ‘Wayne’s World’ Deep Cuts
Revisit some of the film's most underrated punch lines and gags, from "Hi, I'm in Delaware" to the Suck Kut.