About

Jack Riedy is a journalist and musician based in Chicago, USA. He covers independent musicians, Chicago culture, and classic rock, funk, and hip-hop. He has interviewed artists like Megan Thee Stallion, King Von, Beach Bunny, Pete Rock, RP Boo, and Steve “Silk” Hurley, and his work has appeared in GQ, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, the Chicago Reader, Block Club Chicago, Stereogum, POW, and more. His first book, Electric Word Life: Writing on Prince 2016 - 2021, was independently released through Cereal Box Studio and sold out its first print run.

Jack released his debut single “Your Timeline” in 2023. He collaborated with Cornerian Flight Academy on instrumental EP Red Star City, and their track “Western Wav” was featured in acclaimed podcast Dad Bod Rap Pod. As a bassist and producer, Jack has also worked with My Dad’s Boat, Liska, Wire Crow, and Illinois Joy. He lives on the North side a few steps from a hot dog stand with his partner and cat.