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
King Buzzo Slams ‘Disgusting’ Kurt Cobain Firing Claims
Suggestion that Nirvana frontman left Melvins' 'Houdini' album because they wanted him to write songs is false, says bandleader.
Roger Waters Claims Bob Ezrin Lied About ‘Comfortably Numb’ Solo
Former Pink Floyd leader says David Gilmour's second section wasn’t a first take, as 'The Wall' co-producer reported.
Spinal Tap’s Derek Smalls on Spinal Tap’s Spinal Tap Moment
Bassist says stage techs at Freddie Mercury tribute thought band's real-life sound problem was part of their performance.
Mick Jagger Considers Donating $500 Million Fortune to Charities
Business-savvy Rolling Stones singer says his kids won’t need his cash once he’s gone.
Vernon Reid’s Crusade to Win Followers for Ignored Guitar Legends
Living Colour co-founder acts over "unacceptable" follower counts of Robin Trower, Robert Cray and others.
Ozzy Osbourne Says He’ll Refuse Any Future Surgery
He doesn't care if final scheduled procedure doesn't work because he "can’t do it anymore."
Why Motley Crue Keep Away From Tommy Lee Backstage
Drummer says Vince Neil and Mick Mars don’t like the music in his dressing room and won’t like his new solo album.
Jon Bon Jovi Wishes Richie Sambora ‘Had His Life Together’
But singer argues there’s an upside to his old friend’s absence from Bon Jovi.
COVID-19 Roundup: Pandemic Brought Tony Iommi Closer to Ozzy Osbourne
Black Sabbath, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, Megadeth, Melvins, Grateful Dead, Radiohead and others respond to global emergency.
When Dave Grohl Jammed With Prince and No One Saw It
Foo Fighters leader recalls dream-come-true moment, even if it wasn’t quite what he’d expected.
Concert Audiences May Not Return After Coronavirus
Survey suggests 56 percent could avoid buying tickets for months ... or maybe forever.
Foo Fighters Complete 10th Album
Dave Grohl says he’s “so f---ing proud” of ‘Concrete and Gold’ follow-up.