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
Why Bob Ezrin Hid ‘The Wall’ Tapes From Pink Floyd’s Record Label
Studio icon managed to help band create “really great stuff” even though it was on the verge of breaking up.
Elton John’s Stage Clothes Were ‘Empowering,’ Says Taron Egerton
‘Rocketman’ star explains the experience of wearing performer’s outlandish costumes.
Danny Boyle Feared ‘Yesterday’ Movie Might Upset the Beatles
Director of film that explores a world where the Fab Four appear to have been forgotten explains process of getting their approval.
David Byrne Announces ‘American Utopia’ Broadway Run
Acclaimed show opens in October with “extra elements and nuance.”
Adam Lambert Brings ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Back to ‘American Idol’
Queen classic performed alongside eliminated contestant Dimitrius Graham on season finale.
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.
Why Elton John Sings ‘Crocodile Rock’ Two Years Early in ‘Rocketman’
Actor Taron Egerton and director Dexter Fletcher explain why movie is no “Wikipedia entry.”
Listen to Clip of Unreleased David Lee Roth Song
Guitarist John 5 reveals 2014 track by pulling out phone during interview.
Watch New Clip From Beatles-Themed Movie ‘Yesterday’
Teaser shows Himesh Patel performing title track in a world where no one has heard of the Fab Four.
15 Years Ago: Current Kiss Lineup Begins First Tour
Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are joined by Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer for Rock the Nation road trip in 2004.