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
Hear Slash Add Vietnam-Era Vibe to Dandy Warhols’ New Single
Guns N’ Roses guitarist called in for “I’d Like to Help You With Your Problem” after band accepted they couldn’t play what they needed.
Robert Plant Is Struggling to Write Songs: ‘I Can’t Find Words’
Singer says it’s difficult to come up with words for the modern world, but he’s working to get his groove back.
Brian May Says He Never Liked Queen and Bowie’s ‘Under Pressure’
Guitarist hoped 1981 collaboration would sound like the Who, then realized arguing over mix “was going to be a fight.”
Liam Gallagher Says ‘F––– the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’
Singer gives one-line response to Oasis' nomination for class of 2024 as public voting starts.
David Bowie Gave Lulu a Hit and It Became One of Her Few Regrets
Scottish pop star with soulful voice recalls running from relationship in 'Young Americans' era, and the moment Jimi Hendrix trashed her TV show.
When Ace Frehley Got Upstaged After Trading Signature Sound for Free Gear
Opening act’s guitarist had the Space Ace’s audio impact - but his own new setup “sounded like shit.”
Why Run-D.M.C. Believed ‘Walk This Way’ Would End Their Career
Instead, the 1986 collaboration with Aerosmith taught rapper Darryl McDaniels a valuable lesson.
Sammy Hagar’s Real Name Isn’t Sammy Hagar – But He’s Cool With It
Singer tells fans they shouldn’t freak out about his discovery on ‘Finding Your Roots’ show.
Woodstock Star Melanie Dead at 76
Singer hit with “Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," which she wrote about her 1969 festival experience.
Rick Wakeman Announces Final Solo Tour, with New Yes-Based Music
Keyboardist will present 30-minute sonata before going off the road to concentrate on composing and recording.
Shangri-Las Frontwoman Mary Weiss Dead at 75
Influential '60s girl group had a hit with death disc classic "Leader of the Pack."
Billy Sherwood Had to Hide Onstage Tears From Yes Fans
Chris Squire’s replacement struggled to find the balance between missing his old friend and loving the music.