Vernon Reid
rock, funk rock
Vernon Reid is a highly acclaimed guitarist, celebrated as the lead of Living Colour and a co-founder of the Black Rock Coalition. His playing is known for its rampant eclecticism, spanning hard rock, punk, funk, R&B, and avant-garde jazz, often featuring anarchic, lightning-fast solos. Born in London and raised in Brooklyn, Reid's career includes influential work with The Decoding Society and collaborations with a wide array of experimental musicians.