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
How Robert Plant and Prince Shared a Whole Lotta Love
Led Zeppelin singer and the Purple One exchanged warms words - although late legend was less taken with Jimmy Page.
The Van Halen Vault Tape Sammy Hagar ‘Would Love to Hear’ Again
Singer says there are four completed songs from his era - but they’re not the highlight for him.
Will Van Halen Ever Release a Concert Film With David Lee Roth?
Doubt remains whether “Holy Grail” Oakland show from 1981 is hidden in the vaults.
Snowy White Says Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy ‘Blew It’
Former guitarist believes frontman wanted to be a celebrity instead of a musician.
Snowy White Recalls Controversial Pink Floyd Show
Guitarist tried to keep playing in 1977 as Roger Waters spat on fan and David Gilmour walked off.
Rob Halford Is Finally Working on His Blues Album
Judas Priest singer recording with same musicians who made his Christmas LP.
Angus Young Opens Up on Malcolm’s Final Days
AC/DC guitarist struggles through tears to discuss how his brother reached the end of dementia battle.
The Moment Angus Young Always Tries to Revisit Onstage
AC/DC guitarist says he aims performance at youngest people in the crowd.
Could COVID-19 Put Jimmy Page Back on Stage?
Led Zeppelin guitarist says pandemic has reminded him of live music’s importance.
Metallica Seek Tech Help to Make New Album
Lars Ulrich explains “significant complications” with four members working remotely.
Why Don Henley Called Eagles Manager ‘Satan’
Jibes at two different Rock Hall inductions downplay five-decade relationship.
Miley Cyrus Revisits ‘Edge of Seventeen’ With Stevie Nicks
Listen to “Edge of Midnight” remix featuring more of Nicks' 1981 classic.