Martin Kielty

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.

Gene Simmons Adds More Solo Band Tour Dates

Kiss icon’s April-May road trip will now stop at 19 venues.

Kiss Settles With Fired Wig Roadie After Judge’s Warning

Looming trial canceled after band was told their “deep, deep pockets” could take a hit if it went ahead.

Julian Lennon Says He Never Knows About Upcoming Beatles Projects

John Lennon's son also reveals the heartbreaking moment that paused his music career.

Rush Came Close to Extending Farewell Tour

Geddy Lee felt they’d let fans down when final road trip was limited to 35 shows.

Rory Gallagher Statue Draws Mixed Responses

Many fans delighted that he’s been immortalized outside Belfast venue – but others hate how the artwork looks.

Jane’s Addiction Members Recording Without Perry Farrell

Dave Navarro, Eric Avery and Stephen Perkins haven’t revealed details of their new music, which they aim to launch this year – or whether Perry Farrell might be involved.

‘Oogum Boogum Song’ Singer Brenton Wood Dead at 83

Best known for three Top 40 hits in 1967, his 2024 farewell tour had been postponed over illness.

Why Stewart Copeland Couldn’t Make Sting Happy Even When He Tried

The Police drummer blames bad memory and an opposing approach to making music for the frequent tensions between himself and the frontman.

Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes Have Recorded a Song With Robbie Williams

Pop star says “Rocket” is his favorite track on upcoming album associated with his biopic ‘Better Man.’

Sammy Hagar Accuses Alex Van Halen of Committing ‘Blasphemy’

Drummer's new bio doesn't mention years with second Van Halen frontman.