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
30 Years Ago: Poison’s ‘Native Tongue’ Gets Lost in Translation
Lone album with Richie Kotzen proved to be a misstep as they tried to escape party-band reputation.
Dave Davies Tells Elon Musk to Stop Flagging Kinks Tweets
Band name leads to warnings being added to posts - despite claim it wouldn't happen.
Stephen Stills Says Touring Without Taking Drugs Appalls Him
Despite weekly jams with Neil Young, he has no plans to hit the road.
John Lennon and Yoko Ono Movie Explores ‘Hijacked’ TV Show
'Daytime Revolution' tells story of their week hosting 'The Mike Douglas Show' in 1972.
Rapper T-Pain Covers Black Sabbath and Journey on New Album
Auto-Tune icon says his versions are "not what you expect."
Stephen Stills ‘Shocked but Not Surprised’ by David Crosby’s Death
Former bandmate pays tribute, saying, "He just went to take a nap and didn’t come back."
Live Nation Beats Lawsuit Because Buyers Clicked to Accept Terms
Appeals court decision proves you should always read the conditions before purchasing.
Yes Names Jay Schellen as Permanent Drummer
He'd been assisting since the late Alan White's illness in 2016.
Metallica Sends $250,000 for Turkey and Syria Earthquake Aid
Two of the band's partner organizations are providing support as death toll passes 40,000.
Bruce Springsteen Plays Without Three E Street Band Members
Steven Van Zandt and Soozie Tyrell sat out due to COVID, while Patti Scialfa was absent for undisclosed reasons.
How Joe Perry Wound Up With a Stolen Jeff Beck Guitar Pedal
Aerosmith guitarist managed to 'adjust the karma' nearly 40 years later.
Roger Daltrey Lists His Live Who Highlights
Concert for New York City was emotional, "The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus" was fun and Woodstock was overrated, singer says.
Deen Castronovo’s Revolution Saints Confirm ‘Eagle Flight’ Album
Journey drummer returns with new lineup featuring Joel Hoektra and Jeff Pilson.
Cyndi Lauper, George Michael and Warren Zevon Lead Rock Hall Vote
Fan count passes 1.25 million as solo artists dominate Soundgarden, Iron Maiden and Joy Division.
The Who Song That Makes Roger Daltrey Think of Keith Moon
Singer recalls "hysterical" video shoot and says he's found an actor who could play late drummer in biopic.
Benoit David Quit Yes After Being Mocked Onstage by Chris Squire
Angry exchange with co-founder came after singer started suffering voice problems.