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
Sylvester Stallone’s Artistic Bid to Claim Some ‘Rocky’ Rights
Creator publishes picture of producer Irwin Winkler as serpent with knife-blade tongue.
Roger Waters Says He’s ‘More Important’ Than The Weeknd or Drake
Musician reacts to lack of concert coverage in Canadian press while pop stars get reviewed.
King Crimson Tour Would Be ‘Big Ask’ Says Robert Fripp
Age and risk of bankruptcy stand against future road trips, founder reports.
Simon McBride’s Bittersweet Deep Purple Opportunity
Irish guitarist reflects on being called up while Steve Morse spends time with sick wife.
Keith Richards’ Beatles Obsession Drove Mick Jagger ‘Batty’
Rolling Stones icons recall their envy as rivals lived their dream.
Joe Perry Has Come to Appreciate Aerosmith’s ‘Done With Mirrors’
Guitarist better understands value of 1985 "comeback" album.
Poison’s Bret Michaels Returns to Stadium Tour
Hospitalized singer admits he’s “not feeling my Sunday best” as Tommy Lee and Nikki Sixx celebrate personal milestones.
Whitesnake Cancels All European Farewell Tour Dates
Decision follows dropping of several shows for various “health challenges.”
How Def Leppard Settle Their Arguments
Vivian Campbell has stopped members from "killing each other," while Rick Savage is the Spinal Tap "lukewarm water."
The Moment Def Leppard Saved Their Future
Guitarist Phil Collen remembers deciding "we're better than this" at state fair show in 2005.
Barbie Makers Reveal ‘Life on Mars?’ David Bowie Doll
Mattel previously released a Ziggy Stardust special edition.
Dave Grohl Returns to the Stage With Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen
It marks the first time Foo Fighters leader performed since the death of Taylor Hawkins.