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
Roger Daltrey Explains Why Pete Townshend Smashed Guitars
Who frontman says trademark stage performance “was not about the visual.”
Vince Neil Says ‘The Dirt’ Movie is Better Than He Expected
Motley Crue frontman had budget concerns before watching finished product, which Nikki Sixx says carries “cautionary tale.”
Lou Gramm to Release Six Songs He Started in the ‘80s
Material written for ex Foreigner singer’s solo albums will arrive in the coming months.
Rob Halford Says Judas Priest Story Would Make Great Biopic
Singer points out similarities between himself and Freddie Mercury after ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ success.
Geddy Lee Discusses the Secret of Rush’s Success
Frontman believes being “willing to fail publicly” was behind their greatest achievements.
Queen, Jimi Hendrix, Paul McCartney Tour Manager Gerry Stickells Dies
Veteran roadie, known as “Uncle Grumpy,” credited with having created the modern touring industry.
How Billy Gibbons Named ZZ Top
Band leader was inspired by posters that filled band’s hangout room.
Neil Young, Alex Lifeson, Peter Frampton in New Randy Bachman Film
Documentary will be aired on March 26 on digital platforms and released on DVD.
Pete Townshend Announces First Novel
Who guitarist’s ’The Age of Anxiety’ is described as “cultured, witty and unreliable” and a tie-in music release will follow.
Woodstock Co-Founder Denies Anniversary Event Is in Trouble
Michael Lang responds to claims that lack of lineup announcement indicates financial problems.
Gene Simmons Said Rock Was Dead … in 1993
Vain frontman recalls surprise phone call from Kiss member as grunge movement took hold.
The Song Steve Miller Wrote to Kick Pink Floyd ‘In the Butt’
He recalls how plans for a 1975 Knebworth festival appearance came together just as he’d hoped.