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
When Motley Crue and Ratt Members Nearly Formed a Band
Stephen Pearcy says Gladiators, featuring Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee and Robbin Crosby, rehearsed together before project fizzled out.
Poison’s Bret Michaels Returns to Stadium Tour
Hospitalized singer admits he’s “not feeling my Sunday best” as Tommy Lee and Nikki Sixx celebrate personal milestones.
Dave Mustaine’s Cancer Doctor Helped Write New Megadeth Song
Musician asked radiologist for a “couple of phrases” on track based around nuclear disaster.
Watch Carrie Underwood Guest With Guns N’ Roses in London
Country star sings “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and “Paradise City” with Axl Rose.
Whitesnake Cancels All European Farewell Tour Dates
Decision follows dropping of several shows for various “health challenges.”
Frank Zappa’s Life Work Sold to Universal Music Group
Deal includes rock visionary's recordings, publishing catalog, film archive, Vault containing his life's work and his name and likeness.
How Def Leppard Settle Their Arguments
Vivian Campbell has stopped members from "killing each other," while Rick Savage is the Spinal Tap "lukewarm water."
The Moment Def Leppard Saved Their Future
Guitarist Phil Collen remembers deciding "we're better than this" at state fair show in 2005.
Watch Mikkey Dee Play Midair Drum Solo in Truck Ad
Motorhead and Scorpions drummer promotes all-electric Volvo line.
Radio Station Loops ‘Killing in the Name’ After DJs Are Fired
Canadian broadcaster puts Rage Against the Machine song on repeat as act of protest.