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
Lenny Kravitz Discovered Weed and Led Zeppelin the Same Moment
He recalls enjoying his first high just as a friend played “Black Dog” on boombox.
Mark Chapman Says He Deserves Death for Killing John Lennon
Transcript of latest parole hearing includes apology to Yoko Ono.
Ozzy Osbourne ‘More Than Shocked’ by ‘Suicide Solution’ Lawsuit
Singer recalls being swamped by media at airport and not knowing why in 1986.
How the Eagles Split Affected Drummer Joe Vitale
Joe Walsh’s sideman recalls his only tour with iconic band before its 1980 collapse.
Jimmy Page on Panned Led Zeppelin Show: ‘Maybe They Were Stoned’
Guitarist offers five reasons why 1971 California concert "wasn't a very good communion."
Eddie Money’s Guitarist Says He’s Owed $1.5 Million
John Nelson files court papers against late singer’s estate.
Little Richard Song Chosen as New ‘Monday Night Football’ Theme
Revamped version of “Rip It Up” will open show during new season.
Mick Jagger Admits the Rolling Stones Have Been ‘Lazy’
Singer cites example of lost ‘Goats Head Soup’ tracks and also says people should take his quotes with “pinch of salt.”
Ozzy Osbourne Video Was ‘Wink’ to Planned Biopic
Son Jack says “Under the Graveyard” clip offers an insight, but they’re still struggling to bring story down to movie length.
40 Years Ago: Ozzy Osbourne Is Born Again at First Solo Concert
Show with Randy Rhoads and ‘Blizzard of Ozz’ band took place in English hotel under fake name.
How Jimmy Page’s Fame Changed Life for His Girlfriend
Scarlett Sabet recalls run-ins with tabloids and fans of the guitarist.
Watch Bob Dylan and Bono in Trailer for New Jimmy Carter Film
‘Rock & Roll President’ to be screened in September, before a physical release in October.