Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
Revisiting Mike Oldfield’s Prog Classic ‘Tubular Bells’
He was a largely unknown 19-year-old when this masterwork was composed.
50 Years Ago: Hawkwind Reaches Their Apex on Live ‘Space Ritual’
Like many other '70s greats, these space-rock pioneers built a legacy onstage rather than in the studio.
How Genesis’ Fortunes Changed With ‘And Then There Were Three’
Leaner three-man lineup moved toward a poppier sound that would define their career in the '80s.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer Announce Record Store Day Exclusive Box Set
This year's Record Store Day (April 20) is shaping up to be a classic rock extravaganza (emphasis on 'extra'): From Cream's triple-vinyl live set to David Bowie's string of singles to Paul McCartney's live EP, some of rock's most legendary acts are digging deep into their respective vaults and unleashing goodies.
King Crimson Announce Record Store Day Exclusive
If you love vinyl, semi-frivolous bonus tracks, and classic rock, this is gearing up to be one monster of a Record Store Day. So far, artists like David Bowie, Cream, Paul McCartney, Jimi Hendrix, and the Rolling Stones have all announced exclusive RSD releases, and now prog-rock's elder statesmen, King Crimson, are throwing their hat in the ring with the fittingly-titled 'Going Schizoid with King
How King Crimson Reached a Prog-Rock Pinnacle With ‘Larks’ Tongues in Aspic’
At the same time, its music is nearly unclassifiable.
Rush, ‘The Anarchist’ — Song Review
One of many things that makes Rush so consistently rewarding is that they stick with what they do well -- more than likely, Geddy Lee won't form an electronic side project any time soon, and it's a safe bet Alex Lifeson won't switch over to steel guitar. 'The Anarchist,' the anthemic third single from the excellent 'Clockwork Angels,' is a perfect example of Rush reveling in the many things Rush
Five Classic Genesis Albums to be Reissued in Audiophile Vinyl Format
Genesis fans: rejoice! Especially if you have a whole lot of extra cash. EMI is re-issuing five of this legendary prog-rock band's first six studio albums (leaving out their rightfully despised debut, 1969's 'From Genesis to Revelations'), all in fancy "180 Gram Audiophile Virgin Vinyl" format.