Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Brian May on ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Sequel: ‘Maybe It Could Happen’
Queen guitarist admits “it’s going to be hard to follow” Oscar-winning 2018 movie.
Hall and Oates Kick Off 2021 Tour: Set List and Video
Band plays hits-heavy, 15-song set during first date of North American tour.
Paul Cotton, Poco Guitarist and Singer, Dies at 78
Band cofounder Jim Messina calls late musician a "special musical kindred brother.”
When Biz Markie Covered Elton John’s ‘Bennie and the Jets’
The rapper also sampled Ted Nugent for 1992 interlude.
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.
Jane Curtin and Laraine Newman Revisit That Famous ‘SNL’ Fight
Castmates Chevy Chase and Bill Murray got into a physical altercation in 1978.
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.
‘Superbad': When Bill Hader Did Donuts to Van Halen’s ‘Panama’
Actor's hilarious improv wound up leading to a memorable — but expensive — scene from the 2007 comedy.
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.