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
Watch Guitar Virtuoso Cover of ‘Kashmir’ That’s Wowing Rock Stars
Paul Stanley, Tom Morello and Vernon Reid are among those who've expressed astonishment.
Alex Van Halen: ‘There’s Nothing Left in the Music Business’
"In the old days you’d get a dollar a record, and now you get 50 cents for 275,000 streams. It’s insane. It’s wrong."
How Bryan Adams Wrote ‘War Machine’ for Kiss
Canadian is pleased to hear that song remains a regular part of band's live shows 40 years later.
How a Lawsuit Broke Apart a Pair of Longtime Toto Bandmates
Ex-keyboardist Steve Porcaro wishes Steve Lukather's new lineup well.
Why Motley Crue Keep Away From Tommy Lee Backstage
Drummer says Vince Neil and Mick Mars don’t like the music in his dressing room and won’t like his new solo album.
Jon Bon Jovi Wishes Richie Sambora ‘Had His Life Together’
But singer argues there’s an upside to his old friend’s absence from Bon Jovi.
The Doors Disagreed Over Jim Morrison Faked-Death Rumor
Robby Krieger says story was “bulls---” but Ray Manzarek thought otherwise, which upset John Densmore.
Richard Fortus Enjoys Friendly Onstage Competition With Slash
Guns N’ Roses guitarists came up with “Wish You Were Here” jam just before first arena show together.
Terminally Ill Lee Kerslake Gets His Ozzy Platinum Discs
Drummer’s “bucket list” request for ‘80s sales recognition is granted.
Kiss to Play First Club Show in 20 Years
Debut appearance at L.A.’s Whisky A Go Go ties in with farewell tour and SiriusXM channel launch.