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 ‘Star Wars’-Themed Tribute to Eddie Van Halen
YouTuber creates an animation of Jawa playing “Eruption.”
Alex Van Halen Compares David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar
Drummer celebrates “strange chemistry” with original singer.
When Grunge Fans Made Slash a Joking Matter
Former Guns N’ Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke recalls moment outside club that proved music had moved on in the early ’90s.
Stephen Pearcy Wants Classic Ratt Reunion for One Last Album
Singer says he’s on speaking terms with Bobby Blotzer and Warren DeMartini.
Unheard Bon Scott Music to Be Released
Three-disc set by Fraternity, the band he fronted before AC/DC, is out this month.
Black Crowes Were Forced to Record Debut Album Clean and Sober
Chris Robinson recalls they couldn’t afford drink or drugs during ‘Shake Your Money Maker’ sessions.
Bob Dylan Sued for $7.2 Million Over Publishing Rights Sale
Wife of late collaborator Jacques Levy claims money from legend's recent $300 million deal.
Van Morrison Threatens Legal Bid Over Coronavirus Lockdown
Singer begins procedure over Northern Ireland venue closures that could end up in court.
Dave Grohl Inspired by Lemmy and Nuclear Destruction
Foo Fighters leader discusses the meanings behind some songs on new album ‘Medicine at Midnight.’
Gene Simmons Says ‘Money Is Not the Root of All Evil’
Kiss legend argues it’s “bulls---” that he’s not supposed to “revel in riches.”
Gilby Clarke Regrets Learning Guns N’ Roses Set the Hard Way
Former guitarist put himself through difficult week ahead of first concert.
Dave Grohl Was ‘Branded For Life’ by John Bonham Obsession
Foo Fighters leader recalls tattooing himself with drummer’s emblem after discovering Led Zeppelin in his teens.