Ryan Reed is a freelance music/culture writer/editor. He also contributes to Rolling Stone, Relix Magazine, Revolver, Pitchfork, and other publications.
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Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie Preps Solo Compilation ‘Songbird’
Ten-track package features two previously unreleased songs and orchestral version of titular 'Rumours' track.
Radiohead Offshoot the Smile Announce Debut LP, ‘A Light for Attracting Attention’
New side project features Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Nigel Godrich and Tom Skinner.
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."
Steve Morse Takes Deep Purple Hiatus Due to Wife’s Cancer Battle
"There are so many possible complications and unknowns, that whatever time we have left in our lives, I simply must be there with her," guitarist writes.
45 Years Ago: Queen Celebrate Japan With ‘Teo Torriatte’
'A Day at the Races' closer served as tribute to country that embraced band early on.
Hear Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Tranquil New Song ‘Not the One’
Track previews band's upcoming album 'Unlimited Love.'
10 Songs Genesis Haven’t Played on Their Latest Reunion Tour
For any venerated band with 15 albums, building a set list is like assembling a jigsaw puzzle.