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
Are Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney Really Punk Rock Stars?
Rolling Stones singer discusses songs his band wouldn’t record - and the one that features Beatles icon.
The Sly Stone and Prince Collaboration That Nearly But Never Was
Rumors abounded in late '80s, and two subsequent tracks hinted at what could have been.
Kiss Sued Over COVID Death of Veteran Guitar Tech
Family of Fran Stueber alleges he was abandoned in hotel room amid slack health security procedures on tour.
Keith Richards on Why Mick Jagger Makes Some Songs ‘Really Bad’
Bandmates disagree over who was the driving force behind new album 'Hackney Diamonds.'
Why U2 Was Forced to Perform Without Bassist Adam Clayton
Sphere residency isn’t the first time the band has taken the stage without a founding member.
Why Pete Townshend Couldn’t Finish ‘Lifehouse’
The Who guitarist's ambitious rock opera about alienation increased his ... and led to a breakdown.
How Sly Stone and George Clinton Fooled Their Drug Dealer
They wanted coke but couldn’t afford to buy any.
Sly Stone Says He Only Quit Drugs After Four Final Warnings
He insists his reputation for being unreliable on tour “wasn’t fair.”
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.
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.
Bruce Springsteen’s Tour Rider Stars Seafood and Soup — but No Budweiser
Details of 37-page document surface after the Boss postpones remainder of 2023 tour.
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.
How to Help Denny Laine Play Guitar Again
Moody Blues and Wings veteran's wife asks for $100,000 to assist with his recovery from critical illness.