Full-time freelance writer based in Glasgow, Scotland… author of 17 books, three of which are in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Permanent Collection… former news editor at TeamRock.com… former band manager, drummer and keyboardist… TV and radio presenter… real ale fan.
Martin Kielty
Universal Music Boss Promises ‘Transparency’ Over Masters Fire
Sir Lucian Grainge says management will “own” situation after artists were left with unanswered questions.
Watch ‘Hey Jude’ Become ‘Hey Dude’ in Beatles Movie ‘Yesterday’
Ed Sheeran suggests name change in world where the Fab Four have been forgotten except by one man.
Andrew Dice Clay Recalls Helping Guns N’ Roses Reunion Along
Comedian and actor heard lineup news after pulling strings with Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan: “I knew I did the job.”
Mick Fleetwood Regrets Going Public With Band Dramas
Fleetwood Mac co-founder accepts they “asked for that trouble” that overshadowed their music for years.
35 Years Ago: Van Halen Release ‘Panama,’ Their Last David Lee Roth-Era Hit
It’s about a car, or perhaps a stripper, or both – but the third single from ‘1984’ marked the pinnacle of the band’s world dominance.
David Ellefson ‘Optimistic’ About Dave Mustaine’s Cancer
Bassist says frontman’s throat is not “beyond a point of repair.”
Motley Crue Stars Blast ‘Bottom of the Barrel’ Reelz Documentary
Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx and Vince Neil have expressed their displeasure with the Reelz 'Breaking the Band' episode about their band.
Philomena Lynott Laid to Rest Near Her Son Phil
Priest jokes that Phil Lynott will sing “Guess who just got back today” to his mom after she’s buried nearby him as crowds pay tribute in Ireland.
Guns N’ Roses Announce New U.S. Tour Dates
Not in This Lifetime road trip returns from September to November, including intimate Las Vegas shows.
Bruce Springsteen Doesn’t Need My Influence Says Jimmy Webb
Iconic ‘60s songwriter admits surprise at being listed among inspirations for the Boss’ new album ‘Western Stars.’