Martin Kielty

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.

Bruce Springsteen: ‘I’m Not a Billionaire’

He rejects the recent report that he crossed the 10-figure boundary – although he admits he’d love it to be true.

Joe Walsh’s VetsAid 2024 Canceled – But Charities Will Still Benefit

Joe Walsh admits disappointment over Nov. 11 call-off due to reasons beyond control.

Watch Bruce Springsteen Call Donald Trump an ‘American Tyrant’

He isn't holding back as election day looms.

Kate Bush Says She’s ‘Really Ready’ to Make New Music

Watch her deeply emotional new charity video for the 2011 track “Snowflake.”

Why David Lee Roth Told Eddie Van Halen to Play Fewer Solos

Alex Van Halen says singer’s out-of-control jealousy led to his departure from the band in 1985.

Motorhead Announces Book of Lemmy’s Doodles

Limited-edition collection of “inconsequential scribbles” limited to 500 copies.

Sammy Hagar Recalls Talking Himself Into Trouble With Mick Jones

Their friendship took a temporary tumble after “beating my chest” incident while Red Rocker opened for Foreigner.

Hear the Full Version of Eddie and Alex Van Halen’s ‘Unfinished’

Hear the full six minutes of instrumental subtitled “Between Us Two” as drummer’s memoir is published.

Jake E. Lee Was Shot After Confronting Motorcycle Thieves

Guitarist reveals details of late-night attack while walking his dog.

Alex Van Halen Says Split With David Lee Roth Was ‘Wasteful’

Drummer describes end of the original lineup as the most disappointing moment of his life – until Eddie’s death.

Unheard Van Halen Music Is Coming, but You May Not Like It

"I know people want to hear it," Alex Van Halen says.

Jake E. Lee’s Shooter Fired at Him 15 Times

Guitarist says he could “only dodge so many bullets” during late-night attack.