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.

Prince Estate Battle Re-Erupts With New Lawsuit and Accusations

Managers of holding company accuse family members of trying to force them out.

Why Bruce Dickinson Said Iron Maiden Was ‘Better Than Metallica’

Singer made “gobby” claim while persuading “suspicious” Steve Harris that he should rejoin the band in 1999.

Pearl Jam Ex Dave Abbruzzese Recalls His Guns N’ Roses Dilemma

Drummer says he couldn't go along with management's plan to let 'Chinese Democracy' fail but couldn’t tell new friend Axl Rose.

Ace Frehley Looking For Beer Commercial He Made With Rick Nielsen

Space Ace recalls backstage fun with Cheap Trick and Rush - but not Black Sabbath.

Pearl Jam’s New Album Will Be ‘Heavier Than You’d Expect’

Guitarist says producer Andrew Watt pushed the band hard for 'Gigaton' follow-up.

Elvis Presley Avatar Shows Coming This Year

'Elvis Evolution' to open in London in November, with Las Vegas dates to follow.

Chris Slade Calls AC/DC Stints a ‘Job, a Good Job’

Former Tom Jones, David Gilmour and Asia drummer told sons not to follow him into playing percussion.

Why Kiss’ Dressing Rooms Always Smelled Like Burnt Toast

Former Night Ranger guitarist Jeff Watson connects the scent with his band’s time as Kiss' support act.

Wayne Kramer Explains Why You Should Care About the New MC5 Album

Delayed ‘Heavy Lifting’ project features guest turns by Slash, Tom Morello and others.

Dave Grohl’s Beer Bong and Hash Smuggling Guide Up for Auction

Foo Fighters leader set to generate more than $11,000 for charities with hand-drawn instructional art.

Can Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin Jam Tape Be Saved?

Producer Eddie Kramer believes AI can help — all he has to do is find the recording.

Why Aerosmith’s ‘Dude (Looks Like a Lady)’ Was Ahead of Its Time

Co-writer Desmond Child told Tyler and Perry: “I don't think Van Halen would put that on the B side of their worst record!”