MUSIC NEWS- Jerry Reed, 71, who was known for his on and off screen antics with Burt Reynolds almost as much as for his musical skills, died in hospice care in Nashville today, September 2, according to the The Tennessean. He had been ill, suffering from emphysema. Before he was known as "The Snowman" sidekick in the "Smokey & The Bandit" films, he was already regarded as an accomplished musician, who was known for his guitar work and for hits like "When You're Hot, You're Hot," "Amos Moses," and "Lord Mr. Ford." He also wrote songs for Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Porter Wagoner, Brenda Lee and others, according to the paper. Our condolences to his family.