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
Brian May Compares ‘Star Fleet Project’ to Having an Affair
Queen guitarist recalls conversation when he, Eddie Van Halen and others gathered in studio for first time.
When Elton John Ordered His People to Change the Weather
He admits he was deluded with drugs when he told his record company to stop the wind blowing outside his hotel in 1988.
Elton John Says Set Lists Should Be Like Having Sex
He's going to prove his point with unique performance at Glastonbury Festival.
Ronnie James Dio Nearly Joined Sweet, Says Andy Scott
He may never have fronted Black Sabbath if British glam band voted him in.
What Aerosmith Gained From Starting Out in Gangster Territory
Their first manager was reputedly connected to mobsters. Then there was the menacing vet downstairs.
45 Years Ago: Why Patti Smith Punched Ted Nugent on Live Radio
Listen to DJ lose control as physical altercation takes place in the studio.
The Man Who Asked Jimi Hendrix if He’d Made a Deal With the Devil
Love guitarist Johnny Echols couldn't believe how much the late icon had advanced in just three years.
Bruce Dickinson Explains Why People Feel ‘Actively Threatened by Metal’
Iron Maiden singer says establishment doesn’t like non-disposable music.
Cyndi Lauper on Rock Hall Induction Snub: ‘I Don’t Need a Badge’
Passed over for induction, the singer prefers to focus on activism.
Ted Cruz Associates Pat Benatar with Child Murder – She Responds
Singer delivers two-word reaction to outspoken politician’s comment.
Bruce Springsteen Has Recorded a Second Soul Covers Album
Keyboardist David Sancious says second batch of tributes and associated tour are planned for 2024.
Billy Idol Adds 1982 Live Album to Expanded Edition of His Debut
1982 recording from West Hollywood accompanied by 12-minute version of “White Wedding.”
Pretenders Team Up With Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood for ‘I Think About You Daily’
Upcoming album 'Relentless' now pushed back to later in September.
Paul McCartney Admires How John Lennon Dealt With ‘Tragic Life’
Surviving Beatles star says he’s not sure he would have managed so well.
Yes, Eric Stoltz Really Was Almost in ‘Back to the Future’
They'd already filmed several scenes when he was replaced by Michael J. Fox.
When Topless Iggy Pop Ate Steak With His Hands in Top Restaurant
Josh Homme says moment in Beverly Hills gourmet spot was just punk icon "elegantly being himself."