Martin Kielty

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.

Brian Wilson Has Dementia, Family Applies for Conservatorship

Beach Boys visionary will remain free to do anything he wants to if judge allows legal move following the death of his wife and manager Melinda.

How David Lee Roth Risked His Life for the ‘Skyscraper’ Cover

Climber assisting former Van Halen frontman was economical with the truth as they hung off 4,400-foot rock face.

Ex Beatles Lennon and Harrison Stopped Friends Dissing McCartney

Drummer Jim Keltner recalls "brutal" comments that were not to be imitated.

Only Painting Created by All Four Beatles Could Sell for $600,000

Signed abstract was made in a hotel during their 1966 visit to Japan.

Why Paul Stanley Rejected Bandit Makeup After a Month

Kiss co-founder wore different masks three times before returning to his definitive Starchild look.

35 Years Ago: Pink Floyd Finally Goes Live on ‘Delicate Sound of Thunder’

Some critics pounced, but the LP sold three million copies in the U.S. alone.

Motley Crue Recorded a Song About Never Being Canceled

Tommy Lee says the band is amazed to have avoided backlash to their infamous behavior, and it makes him want to try harder.

Joe Perry on Hearing Van Halen: ‘We’re Not Ready for the ’80s’

Younger band triggered his departure from Aerosmith in search of new musical ideas.

King Buzzo Slams ‘Disgusting’ Kurt Cobain Firing Claims

Suggestion that Nirvana frontman left Melvins' 'Houdini' album because they wanted him to write songs is false, says bandleader.

Bruce Springsteen’s Tour Rider Stars Seafood and Soup — but No Budweiser

Details of 37-page document surface after the Boss postpones remainder of 2023 tour.

Roger Waters Claims Bob Ezrin Lied About ‘Comfortably Numb’ Solo

Former Pink Floyd leader says David Gilmour's second section wasn’t a first take, as 'The Wall' co-producer reported.

Spinal Tap’s Derek Smalls on Spinal Tap’s Spinal Tap Moment

Bassist says stage techs at Freddie Mercury tribute thought band's real-life sound problem was part of their performance.