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
Ozzy Osbourne’s Ant-Snorting Scene in ‘The Dirt’ ‘Didn’t Happen,’ Says Jake E. Lee
Guitarist recalls being present during face-off between Black Sabbath icon and Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx.
How Keith Richards’ Side Project Helped Him Appreciate Mick Jagger More
Rolling Stones guitarist recalls surprise effect of X-Pensive Winos project.
AC/DC Studio Activity Confirmed by Engineer
Longtime collaborator Mike Fraser refers to Brian Johnson’s return on anticipated new album.
Guns N’ Roses to ‘Focus’ on New Album After October Tour
Slash outlines reunion lineup’s plans for 2019 and admits he’s still an “insecure guitar player.”
How Foreigner’s Mix of Current and Old Members Overcame Hesitant Start
Singer Kelly Hansen recalls experience of present lineup working with the people they’d replaced.
Michael Jackson to Remain in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Representative cites his “significant impact” on music despite allegations of abuse made in ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary.
How Billy Gibbons Named ZZ Top
Band leader was inspired by posters that filled band’s hangout room.
Woodstock Co-Founder Denies Anniversary Event Is in Trouble
Michael Lang responds to claims that lack of lineup announcement indicates financial problems.
The Song Steve Miller Wrote to Kick Pink Floyd ‘In the Butt’
He recalls how plans for a 1975 Knebworth festival appearance came together just as he’d hoped.
Neal Schon to Complete New Album This Year
Guitarist’s schedule includes Journey, Journey Through Time and third band shows on top of ‘Universe’ release.