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Cleo Reed - Full Session | Paste
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Brooklyn-based visionary Cleo Reed brings their unique fusion of experimental R&B and avant-garde folk to the Paste Studio for an unforgettable live session. This performance highlights the innovative soundscapes and profound storytelling that have established Reed as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary music. Watch as they perform stripped-back versions of tracks from their critically acclaimed sophomore project, CUNTRY.
Cleo Reed - Full Session | Paste
Recorded live at Tombras HQ during the Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, TN on March 27, 2026
Juan M Soria - Audio
Brad Wagner - Video
Pedro Romero - Video
00:44 - “Sleep Song”
07:50 - “Salt n’ Lime”
16:49 - “Always The Horse, Never The Jockey”
bigearsfestival.org
tombras.com
Cleo Reed was recognized as one of Pitchfork’s 21 Breakout Artists to Watch and contributed to Jon Batiste’s American Symphony, which won the Grammy for Best Music Film in 2025. Their sophomore album CUNTRY has earned high praise for its exploration of American labor and Black identity, solidifying Reed’s status as a formidable force in the indie and experimental scenes.
Did You Know?
• Cleo Reed is a self-taught producer and multi-instrumentalist who first gained attention as a member of the New York dream punk band Pretty Sick.
• Their professional name is a tribute to their great-grandmother, Cleophus, and their grandfather, who was a professional blues bassist.
• Reed is a true polymath whose creative work extends into instrument-making and fabric arts, often integrating these disciplines into their live performances.
00:00 Salt n' Lime
04:20 Women At War
08:15 Americana
Welcome to the official Paste Magazine YouTube channel, home to thousands of exclusive live performances, studio sessions, interviews, and cultural moments from today’s most exciting artists. From breakout indie acts to legendary icons, Paste has been capturing intimate, one-of-a-kind performances in our studios and on stages around the world for over two decades.
Paste Studio Sessions feature the best in indie rock, folk, Americana, hip hop, pop, alternative, and beyond. With a reputation as a tastemaker in the music and entertainment world, Paste continues to champion creativity and discovery. Whether you’re here to discover new artists or revisit timeless performances, our channel is updated weekly with fresh content and performances from the archive that celebrate the best in music, culture, and creativity.
Join our community of music lovers and cultural explorers.
#CleoReed #Experimental #Folk #LiveSession #PasteMagazine
Cleo Reed - Full Session | Paste
đź”” Subscribe to Paste Magazine channel: bit.ly/4iDUYo5
Brooklyn-based visionary Cleo Reed brings their unique fusion of experimental R&B and avant-garde folk to the Paste Studio for an unforgettable live session. This performance highlights the innovative soundscapes and profound storytelling that have established Reed as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary music. Watch as they perform stripped-back versions of tracks from their critically acclaimed sophomore project, CUNTRY.
Cleo Reed - Full Session | Paste
Recorded live at Tombras HQ during the Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, TN on March 27, 2026
Juan M Soria - Audio
Brad Wagner - Video
Pedro Romero - Video
00:44 - “Sleep Song”
07:50 - “Salt n’ Lime”
16:49 - “Always The Horse, Never The Jockey”
bigearsfestival.org
tombras.com
Cleo Reed was recognized as one of Pitchfork’s 21 Breakout Artists to Watch and contributed to Jon Batiste’s American Symphony, which won the Grammy for Best Music Film in 2025. Their sophomore album CUNTRY has earned high praise for its exploration of American labor and Black identity, solidifying Reed’s status as a formidable force in the indie and experimental scenes.
Did You Know?
• Cleo Reed is a self-taught producer and multi-instrumentalist who first gained attention as a member of the New York dream punk band Pretty Sick.
• Their professional name is a tribute to their great-grandmother, Cleophus, and their grandfather, who was a professional blues bassist.
• Reed is a true polymath whose creative work extends into instrument-making and fabric arts, often integrating these disciplines into their live performances.
00:00 Salt n' Lime
04:20 Women At War
08:15 Americana
Welcome to the official Paste Magazine YouTube channel, home to thousands of exclusive live performances, studio sessions, interviews, and cultural moments from today’s most exciting artists. From breakout indie acts to legendary icons, Paste has been capturing intimate, one-of-a-kind performances in our studios and on stages around the world for over two decades.
Paste Studio Sessions feature the best in indie rock, folk, Americana, hip hop, pop, alternative, and beyond. With a reputation as a tastemaker in the music and entertainment world, Paste continues to champion creativity and discovery. Whether you’re here to discover new artists or revisit timeless performances, our channel is updated weekly with fresh content and performances from the archive that celebrate the best in music, culture, and creativity.
Join our community of music lovers and cultural explorers.
#CleoReed #Experimental #Folk #LiveSession #PasteMagazine
