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
Elton John’s Final US Show to Be Streamed Live
Disney+ announces November broadcast alongside documentary on veteran’s legacy.
Joe Elliott Saw Career ‘Flashing Before My Eyes’ in 1993
He decided Def Leppard could continue for as long as they wanted to at homecoming show during grunge era.
Joni Mitchell’s Doctorate is ‘Moment of Revenge’ on Music Teacher
Songwriter says she’s “too old to get a swelled head” as she accepts Berklee College honor.
How Blondie Thrived by Making ‘Mistakes in Public’
Drummer Clem Burke recalls misunderstood early CBGBs scene as a “workshop.”
‘Stranger Things’ Creators Surprised by Kate Bush Song Explosion
Duffer Brothers didn't predict success of "Running Up That Hill" and don't expect to repeat it.
Neal Schon Fought off ‘Scare Tactics’ in Journey Legal Battle
Guitarist discusses how he “managed to get out of the clenches” of management deal.
B-52’s Chose ‘Cosmic Thing’ Producers Via a Psychic
Bandmates recall working on 1989 comeback album ‘Cosmic Thing’ ahead of final tour.
Dave Grohl Returns to the Stage With Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen
It marks the first time Foo Fighters leader performed since the death of Taylor Hawkins.
Alice Cooper Names Three Bands Every Young Musician Should Hear
Shock-rock icon says too many hopefuls "just throw it away."
How Andy Summers Sneaked a Solo Into ‘Message in a Bottle’
Guitarist says the song's "famous riff" helped "progress our style."
Yes, Deep Purple, Jethro Tull Alumni on New Prog Collective Album
Billy Sherwood leads "House of the Rising Sun" cover from upcoming 'Songs We Were Taught.'
Watch Bruce Springsteen Guest With Coldplay
The Boss joins British band for two songs in New Jersey.