Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Hear Green Day’s New Joan Jett-Sampling Song, ‘Oh Yeah!’
Power-pop track features vocal hook from Jett's 1980 cut "Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)"
The Left Banke’s Steve Martin Caro Dead at 71
Baroque-pop band's co-founder sang lead on 1966 hits "Walk Away Renee" and "Pretty Ballerina."
Judas Priest’s Richie Faulkner Says Rock Hall Is ‘Total Joke’
"Doesn't make any sense," guitarist said of metal band not making 2020 Hall of Fame class. "Hence why the rock hall holds no credibility for me and never has."
Steely Dan and Steve Winwood Plot North American Tour
Rock legends, who toured together in 2016, will play 26 dates throughout the summer.
Rush’s ‘Permanent Waves': The Story Behind Every Song
A look at the six tracks found on the prog-rock trio's seventh LP.
Pearl Jam Fuel New Album Speculation With ‘Gigaton’ Billboards
The band continues its cryptic social media campaign with an augmented reality scavenger hunt.
Watch Tool Honor Rush’s Neil Peart During Concert
The prog-metal band projected an image of Peart with drummer Danny Carey during latter's solo.
Final Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Fan Vote Revealed
These five artists boosted their odds of entering the 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class.
Former Hawkwind Drummer Martin Griffin Has Died
Musician played on three of space-rock band's studio albums, along with one LP from spin-off act Hawklords.
The Show That Literally Took Kiss’ Breath Away
Guitarist Tommy Thayer details how combo of small venue, iconic song and too-big confetti cannons resulted in a 'Spinal Tap'-styled stage mishap.