Rob Reid

Rob Reid is an American entrepreneur and author. He founded Rhapsody, an early subscription music service. Reid later turned to fiction, writing the satirical science‑fiction novel *Year Zero*. His work blends technology, media, and humor, drawing on experience in the digital music industry. Reid has also written and spoken about innovation and the challenges of modern content distribution. *Year Zero* reflects his interest in how intellectual property and entertainment collide with big ideas, using a comic premise to explore the consequences of mass copying and licensing. He is known for bridging Silicon Valley–style entrepreneurship with pop‑culture storytelling.