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
When Topless Iggy Pop Ate Steak With His Hands in Top Restaurant
Josh Homme says moment in Beverly Hills gourmet spot was just punk icon "elegantly being himself."
How Steve Lukather Learned to Love Spotify
Toto guitarist was suspicious until he managed to cut a "much better deal" than a standard album contract.
Turtles’ Mark Volman Reveals Dementia Diagnosis
He'll tour for as long he can before debilitating disease takes over: "I want people to connect with me."
Dee Snider Explains Why Rock Stars Are Selling Their Catalogs
Twisted Sister leader cut a deal in 2015: “It’s math!”
Queensryche Surprised by Fake Digital EP Release
Band denies knowledge of five versions of "Silent Lucidity" appearing on official Spotify account.
When Steven Tyler Messed Up Burger Joint Where Joe Perry Worked
Aerosmith guitarist recalls the time before he’d been introduced to future bandmate.
Watch Envy of None’s New ‘That Was Then’ Video
Alex Lifeson's band releases title track from latest EP.
The Rise and Fall of Jobriath, Rock’s First Openly Gay Star
Ambitious, prodigious artist fought against barrage of negativity to chase his flamboyant sexual vision.
Why AC/DC Had to Add ‘Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation’ to ‘Powerage’
Solo-free track was recorded grudgingly but gave band its first taste of chart success.
Why Billy Idol and Steve Jones’ New Supergroup May Not Last Long
Steve Jones says he’s “over” playing rock guitar as Sex Pistols and Generation X supergroup prepares for first tour.
Kirk Hammett’s Chaotic Hours Saving Metallica Festival Set
Guitarist took on the task of finding stand-in drummers when Lars Ulrich fell ill ahead of Download show in 2004.
Watch Brian Johnson Sing AC/DC Classics at Hometown Guest Spot
He delivered “Back in Black” and “You Shook Me All Night Long” with fellow Newcastle native Sam Fender.