Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Bob Dylan Announces ‘The Bootleg Series Vol. 16′
Latest installment of ongoing archival series highlights the years 1981 through 1985.
All 32 Genesis Music Videos Ranked Worst to Best
Grotesque puppets, TV evangelist parodies, a miniature Phil Collins singing inside a piano — the band wasn't afraid to get silly.
Steve Hackett on Quitting Genesis: Band Democracy ‘Rarely Works’
Guitarist says keyboardist Tony Banks told him he “couldn’t do more solo albums" following 1975 debut.
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.
Neil Peart’s Classic Car Collection to Hit Auction
Late Rush drummer's valuable fleet of "Silver Surfers" will be sold in August.
‘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+.
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.
Doobie Brothers Add Three New Dates to 50th-Anniversary Tour
Band's North American run will be first in 25 years to feature singer Michael McDonald.
New Beach Boys ‘Feel Flows’ Box to Focus on 1969-71 Sessions
Hear previously unreleased song "Big Sur" ahead of set's release later this summer.
35 Years Ago: Genesis and Alumni Place Five Songs in Hot 100
The May 31, 1986, chart featured "Invisible Touch" alongside singles by Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, GTR and Mike + the Mechanics.
35 Years Ago: Genesis’ ‘Invisible Touch’ Marks First U.S. No. 1
Prog-pop band took a commercial leap on the single, part of its multiplatinum 'Invisible Touch' LP.
David Letterman’s Most Memorable Late-Night Moments
To mark the anniversary of the comedian's final 'Late Show' episode, we've rounded up 18 of his most memorable late-night moments.