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
Jake E. Lee Recalls How Feud With Mick Mars Started
Former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist says Motley Crue wanted him to replace their guitar player, which led to near-violence.
Watch Roger Waters Join Nick Mason Onstage for Pink Floyd Song
Former bandmates collaborate on “Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun” in New York.
Jesse Hughes Announces AC/DC, Kiss and Guns N’ Roses Covers LP
‘The Best Songs We Never Wrote’ arrives in June under Eagles of Death Metal leader's Boots Electric stage name.
Ozzy Osbourne’s Ant-Snorting Scene in ‘The Dirt’ ‘Didn’t Happen,’ Says Jake E. Lee
Guitarist recalls being present during face-off between Black Sabbath icon and Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx.
Why Do Fans Love ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ but Hate Dio Hologram?
Former Judas Priest singer Tim "Ripper" Owens compared watching Freddie Mercury biopic to seeing projection of Ronnie James Dio onstage.
How Keith Richards’ Side Project Helped Him Appreciate Mick Jagger More
Rolling Stones guitarist recalls surprise effect of X-Pensive Winos project.
Pete Way ‘Shattered’ By Death of UFO Colleague Paul Raymond
Bassist admits pair had their differences but says he’ll miss keyboard-guitarist.
Why Pete Townshend Made Tommy Into a ‘Pinball Wizard’
Who guitarist explains truth behind story of why song was added to 1969 rock opera.
How Freddie Mercury’s Loved Ones Share ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Income
Disposal details of Queen icon’s will means sister Kashmira Bulsara and best friend Mary Austin receive millions.
Sammy Hagar Respects Robert Plant’s Refusal of Led Zeppelin Tour
The Circle frontman hails “first-class” behavior, and argues Jason Bonham is as good a drummer as John Bonham.
AC/DC Studio Activity Confirmed by Engineer
Longtime collaborator Mike Fraser refers to Brian Johnson’s return on anticipated new album.
Dio Hologram U.S. Tour Dates Announced
Revamped projected image will be presented alongside live band featuring Dio members.