Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
Ryan Reed
The 10 Heaviest Yes Songs
From the jazz-fusion chaos of "Sound Chaser" to the orchestral-rock surge in "Spirit of Survival."
Cruise to the Edge 2022 Review: Without Yes, Festival Floats On
Despite numerous band dropouts and logistical challenges, floating fest remained catnip for prog lovers.
The Who Reflect on Cincinnati Return, Decades After Tragedy
"I think there’s been such a difficulty with dealing with our feelings about it," says Pete Townshend, referencing tragic crowd surge that killed 11 fans in 1979.
The 10 Heaviest Genesis Songs
From the Bonham-like drums of "Squonk" to the knotty guitar riff of "Down and Out."
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."
Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie Preps Solo Compilation ‘Songbird’
Ten-track package features two previously unreleased songs and orchestral version of titular 'Rumours' track.
Rush, ‘Moving Pictures (40th Anniversary Edition)': Album Review
Prog-rock trio has always been a tidy bunch, never accumulating much of an archival scrap pile.
All 180 Genesis Songs, Ranked Worst to Best
From "Mama" to "No Son of Mine," from "Firth of Fifth" to "Eleventh Earl of Mar."
Denis Gagne of Genesis Tribute the Musical Box Talks ‘Lamb’ Tour
Singer Denis Gagne talks to UCR about earning Genesis' blessing, playing live with Phil Collins and keeping band's spirit alive.
How a Resilient Neil Peart Powered Rush’s ‘One Little Victory’
Bassist Geddy Lee once highlighted 'Vapor Trails' single as a drum favorite, saying Peart's part "blew [him] away."