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
Gene Simmons Will Be ‘Crying Like Baby’ During Final Kiss Song
Bassist insists there will be no new album to follow End of the Road tour.
Alex Lifeson’s Emotional Farewell to Guitar Collection
Rush icon reveals he kissed each instrument goodbye before charity auction — and even spoke to one.
Kirk Hammett Rushed ‘Portals’ Completion for Record Store Day
Metallica guitarist’s EP had to be done within a week to make the deadline.
Why Julian Lennon Has a ‘Love-Hate’ Relationship With ‘Hey Jude’
Song's subject admits track is “dark reminder” of difficult life period.
Watch Trailer for ‘Innovative’ Brian Eno Documentary
Upcoming movie based on 400 hours of unseen and unheard archive material.
Would Sting Have Rejoined the Police if His Solo Career Flopped?
Frontman speculates on "humble pie" situation if he'd failed to make it alone.
Scott Weiland’s Son Determined to ‘Do Better’ After Drugs Battle
Noah Weiland returns to music after experience that helped him understand his late dad better.
Record Store Day ‘Exploded’ Thanks to Metallica, Says Co-Founder
Organizers struggled to gain support until band got involved in inaugural event.
Mike Campbell Reunites With Heartbreakers Drummer Stan Lynch
The pair hadn’t toured together for 30 years until Dirty Knobs guest stint began in late April.
The Who Kick Off North American Tour – Pictures, Set List
Orchestra returns for 24-song set in Hollywood.
Ann Wilson’s Battle Against Selfishness
Heart singer admits "the spotlight always had to be on me."
Brian May’s ‘Odd Experience’ With Axl Rose
Queen guitarist recalls abandoned contribution to Guns N' Roses' 'Chinese Democracy.'
Watch Ohio State’s Athletic Band’s Tribute to Van Halen
Ohio State halftime performance includes four classic tracks.
Did Michael Schenker Reactivate Ailing Aerosmith?
Guitarist thinks they got back to work after he came close to “stealing” Tom Hamilton and Joey Kramer in 1979.
Alex Lifeson Recalls His Only Stoned Rush Rehearsal
One joint was enough for guitarist to learn his lesson.
How Taylor Hawkins’ Death Affects Potential Rush Reunion
Geddy Lee reveals what he learned from friend’s passing.