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
Listen to New Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow Song ‘The Storm’
Ronnie Romero fronts “rocked-up remake” of Blackmore’s Night track “Fires at Midnight.”
Sting and Stewart Copeland Reunite for New Documentary
The Police drummer interviewed former colleague for TV show about love of music.
Guns N’ Roses Waited for Izzy Stradlin at Rehearsals Every Day
Duff McKagan says reunion lineup kept amps ready for guitarist during three months of tour preparation.
Robert Plant Says He Sometimes ‘Missed the Mark’ in Led Zeppelin
Singer retains affection for “Stairway to Heaven” but describes some of his other songs as “a bit iffy.”
Could Motley Crue Get in the Hall of Fame After All?
Even though they believe they’ll never get in, they’re currently leading the Voice Your Choice poll of museum visitors.
Listen to Clip of Unreleased David Lee Roth Song
Guitarist John 5 reveals 2014 track by pulling out phone during interview.
Dio Drummer Reveals Downside of Hologram Shows
Simon Wright admits first performance with projection was “a little strange.”
Queen ‘Haven’t Earned a Penny’ from ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Guitarist Brian May rejects speculation on how much band have made from billion-dollar movie.
Hear Peter Frampton’s Cover of B.B. King’s ‘The Thrill Is Gone’
New version, featuring Sonny Landreth, appears on upcoming album ‘All Blues.’
Listen to Clips From ‘Rejected’ David Bowie Early Demos
Tracks recorded in 1966 and 1967 for debut album set to be auctioned.
Watch Kirk Hammett Trip on His Wah Pedal
Metallica guitarist laughs off Italy incident as band perform on rain-soaked stage.
Jonathan Cain: Steve Perry Pretty Much Said ‘Lose My Number’
Journey keyboardist reveals distance between him and former singer.