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 Robert Plant Joke About Brian Johnson Joining Led Zeppelin
Singers recall difficult days of hoping band work would supply “square meal” in TV clip.
Nikki Sixx Says ‘The Dirt’ Movie Saved Motley Crue’s Friendships
Relationships feel like the “old days,” bassist reflects, as manager says film radically changed band’s fan base.
Eddie Money’s Wife Had to ‘Shut Down’ Stripper Fans
Singer recalled how his songs were popular in “gentlemen’s clubs” in previously unpublished interview.
Ric Ocasek’s Emotional Final Message
Cars singer completed sketch that was found by his family after his death.
Watch Lost Performance From Van Halen’s First World Tour
Twenty-five-minute show from 1978 revealed for the first time.
Listen to Alice Cooper Covering Bob Seger’s ‘East Side Story’
Track appears on shock rock icon’s Detroit-themed ‘Breadcrumbs’ EP.
Listen to Neil Young and Crazy Horse’s New Song, ‘Milky Way’
Track comes from upcoming album ‘Colorado.'
How Lynyrd Skynyrd’s ‘Free Bird’ Got Longer and Longer
Gary Rossington remembers how signature song came from slow start to fast finish.
Ozzy Osbourne’s Plan B: Survive on Free Coke and Chipotle
Prince of Darkness and Billy Morrison reveal what they’d do if “everything turns to s––-”.
Watch Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Play His Favorite Rock Riffs
Guitarist celebrates music of Cream, Rolling Stones, AC/DC and others.
Canned Heat Bassist Larry Taylor Dead at 77
He also worked with the Monkees, Jerry Lee Lewis and others.
Are Opening Acts Becoming a Thing of the Past?
Package tours, “evening with” performances and even comedians are pushing out rising stars - so how will they break through?