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
Reunited AC/DC ‘Would Love’ to Tour Again
Bassist Cliff Williams says lineup discussed hitting the road before coronavirus hit.
Jon Bon Jovi Wishes Richie Sambora ‘Had His Life Together’
But singer argues there’s an upside to his old friend’s absence from Bon Jovi.
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.”
Paul McCartney Reveals Naughty Message in Beatles Song
Phrase in “Sun King” means more than it seems - especially in Liverpool, he says.
Mick Jagger Says Lost Rolling Stones Songs Are ‘All Terrible’
“Scarlet,” “Criss Cross” and “All the Rage” added to new edition of ‘Goats Head Soup’ after singer changed his mind.
Elton John Puts ‘Irons in the Fire’ to Help Save Troubadour
He says scene of his breakthrough show 50 years ago must be protected from COVID closure risk.
Rick Springfield, Coheed and Cambria Release ‘Jessie’s Girl’ Sequel
Watch video for song that followed online chat between original songwriter and the band's Claudio Sanchez.
Did Industry Politics Sour Steve Perry-Neal Schon Relationship?
Journey guitarist regrets dramatic changes that took place while former singer was promoting solo album ‘Traces.’
Listen to Tom Petty’s Demo of ‘You Don’t Know How It Feels’
‘Wildflowers’ project is underway and will include previously unreleased track.
When James Bond Dissed the Beatles
Both success stories began on the same day - and their paths would cross on a number of occasions.