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
When Van Halen Opening Act Saw Eddie Assault Sammy Hagar Onstage
Shinedown drummer Barry Kerch recalls the moment guitarist kicked singer "square in the nuts" during bad-tempered 2004 reunion tour.
Watch Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson and Paul Di’Anno Finally Meet
Current singer chats with the man he replaced in 1981 for the first time.
Watch the Rolling Stones Debut a ‘Black and Blue’ Rarity in L.A.
They delivered a song they’ve only been played 14 times since 1977 as ‘Hackney Diamonds’ tour winds down.
LA’s Record Plant Studio to Close After 55 Years
Groundbreaking luxury facility used by Fleetwood Mac, Eagles, Guns N' Roses, Black Sabbath, Kiss and more said to be victim of industry changes.
Why Stewart Copeland Prefers Life Outside the Police
Drummer discusses disappointment over his songs that didn't make it into the band's catalog.
How the Beatles’ ‘Get Back’ Helped the Police Rethink Their Past
Stewart Copeland says backstage movie is the reason ‘Synchronicity’ will return in massive box set.
How Seth Rogen Was Bemused by Grateful Dead Fans, Then Became One
He recalls being surrounded by “bald men with ponytails," but with the help of “a ton of acid” he was blown away by Dead & Company Sphere show.
ZZ Top’s New Bassist: ‘I’ll Never Be in the Band’
Elwood Francis says he’ll remain as long as he’s needed, but insists it will always feel weird.
Mick Fleetwood Struggling Over Loss of Fleetwood Mac
Drummer is working on first solo album in 20 years and still hopes for healing between Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham.
Why Queen’s ‘Hammer to Fall’ Made Brian May Insecure
Guitarist struggled to present 1984 hit to his bandmates, and their lukewarm response didn’t help.
REO Speedwagon and Train Kick Off Summer Tour: Set Lists, Videos
Both bands move out of their comfort zones to challenge themselves and their fans.
Have Fans Redeemed ‘Van Halen III’ With Their New Version?
Listen to 10-track, 41-minute remake of 1998 album – which isn’t designed to malign icon Eddie’s work.