Buddy Reed

Buddy Reed (real name Ivan Elmo Reed) is an American blues guitarist and singer best known as the leader of Buddy Reed & The Rip It Ups (also billed as Th' Rip It Ups). Originally based in Phoenix, Arizona, he is now a beloved community member in Humboldt County, California, where he frequently performs at local venues and festivals. His music blends classic Chicago and Arizona blues with tight harmonica, guitar-driven arrangements, documented on releases like Tough Enough (1985) and Livin' It (2001).