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
Joe Elliott Still Remembers When His Family Got a Color TV
Def Leppard singer says his low-wage upbringing helped keep him grounded when stardom came.
Original Tom Petty Drummer Nearly Refused Mike Campbell’s Reunion Offer
Stan Lynch is currently on the road with Campbell's Dirty Knobs.
Why Charlie Watts Was Last to Join Rolling Stones End-of-Show Bow
Mick Jagger recalls late drummer's obsession with neatness.
Dee Snider Thinks He’s Played His Last Show
Twisted Sister frontman offered his thoughts on bands that retire only to reunite a few years later.
Ozzy Osbourne Still Has A Career Ambition Left
Black Sabbath icon says he’s still not fit for stage return - and accepts his mortality.
Dio’s ‘Holy Diver’ Returns in Four-CD Super Deluxe Edition
Expanded reissue of 1983 debut includes unreleased outtakes, live tracks and rarities.
Rudy Sarzo Recalls ‘When the Real Randy Rhoads Showed Up’ for Ozzy
Quiet Riot bandmate wondered “What’s going on here?” when he first heard guitarist’s new direction.
Rush Banned From Using Beer Slogan for Their Brew
Geddy Lee reveals hitch in ale production as he looks back at band's life and times.
The Who Found ‘Calmness’ After Return to Cincinnati
Longtime manager Bill Curbishley decided not to share his memories with the band when it returned to scene of 1979 tragedy.
Queen, Elton John, Duran Duran Play Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Show
Brian May hints at plans to outdo his moment on Buckingham Palace roof in 2002.
Elton John Sells ‘Yellow Brick Road’ Documentary to Disney+
Movie will cover his final concerts and the first years of his career, producers say.
The Who Honor Victims of 1979 Cincinnati Tragedy in City Return
Charity concert included families of those who died, message from Eddie Vedder and opening act featuring fans who were there.