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
Don Dokken Regrets He Couldn’t Save ‘80s Dokken From Drugs
Band leader doesn’t know if dark side of band’s story will appear in upcoming documentary.
Ted Nugent: Kill Pigs From Copters and Donate Meat to Homeless
Hunting fan says his machine gun plan is best way to resolve “out of control” issue.
Geddy Lee Doesn’t Know If New Songs With Alex Lifeson Will Work
He insists there’s always an “if” over what might happen with planned collaboration.
Ace Frehley: No Chance I’ll Play at Kiss’ Final Show
With days to go before the band’s final bow, former guitarist claims the idea of a guest appearance was just a ruse to sell tickets.
Man On ‘Led Zeppelin IV’ Cover Identified After 52 Years
Historian discovers that picture of an English town roof mender was captured in the 1890s by local photographer.
Musician Died Without Knowing She’s on ‘Final’ Beatles Song
Caroline Buckman took part in secret recording session for “Now and Then” 11 months before dying of cancer.
How Axl Rose’s 2002 No-Show Sparked a Guns N’ Roses Fan Riot
Arena management made the decision to call off their performance before the doors even opened.
Andrew Watt Hopes Unfinished Rolling Stones Songs Form New LP
Producer ponders the future of songs left over from ‘Hackney Diamonds.’
Why You Can’t Stream Van Halen’s Final Album
Wolfgang Van Halen says David Lee Roth is blocking the album's return.
Ace Frehley: My New Album Makes Paul Stanley ‘Look Like an Imbecile’
Former Kiss guitarist says upcoming solo LP proves he’s not the person former bandmates have claimed.
The Unfunny Night Frank Zappa Got Himself Banned From ‘SNL’
Flat delivery and breaking character ensured his first guest host spot was also his last.
Joe Perry on Hearing Van Halen: ‘We’re Not Ready for the ’80s’
Younger band triggered his departure from Aerosmith in search of new musical ideas.