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
Kiss Confirm New Years’ Eve Show World Records
‘Kiss 2020 Goodbye’ show scores two entries for pyro effects while third awaits verification.
Elton John Wants to Play Shows Without His Hits
He said “if I have to go back and play ‘Crocodile Rock’ again … ’I’m gonna kill myself.”
Matt Sorum Recalls Recording Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Drunken Pirate Song’
They tracked “You Ain’t the First” after a boozy afternoon, despite producer trying to send them home.
Brian May’s ‘Moment of Great Joy’ in Studio With Eddie Van Halen
Guitarist described spontaneous 1983 ‘Star Fleet Project’ sessions as "exhilarating."
Watch New Video of Eddie Van Halen Visiting Jason Becker in 1996
Former David Lee Roth guitarist shares unreleased footage of “incredible love” shot during weakest moments of ill health.
Watch New Video for Tom Petty’s ’Something Could Happen’
Long-lost track finally appeared on ‘Wildflowers & All the Rest' set.
Elton John Says ‘No One Needs’ a New Album From Him
Veteran is enjoying the feeling of not knowing what he’ll do next.
Paul McCartney Reveals the ‘Nicest Thing’ About Having Money
He recalls making decision to become rich after hearing arguments over cash as a child.
Paul McCartney Still ‘In Denial’ Over John Lennon’s Murder
He reflects on “senseless” death of close collaborator along with passing of “little buddy” George Harrison.
Jon Bon Jovi Explains His ‘Biggest Mistake’
Singer celebrates his failures, starting with “terrible” performance in front of his parents.