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
Everyone Except Josh Freese Knew He Would Join Foo Fighters
Even drummer’s wife knew why Dave Grohl was calling - but Guns N’ Roses and Nine Inch Nails ex still didn’t expect it.
Gene Simmons Says Kiss Rights Sale Wasn’t About Money
He maintains the band wasn't looking for the $300 million deal they cut.
Pearl Jam, Jon Bon Jovi Say AI Is ‘Assault on Human Creativity’
Two hundred artists sign strongly worded letter calling on developers to stop using tech to “infringe upon and devalue rights.”
Scorpions Originally Planned to ‘F— You Like a Hurricane’
Herman Rarebell’s suggestion was his take on Foreigner and Aerosmith ideas, and he insists it would be regarded as tame now.
Why James Hetfield Loves Smoking Cigars in No Smoking Areas
Metallica frontman believes social experience outweighs health risks, and says he opens his home to a “cigar fellowship” while he’s away.
Black Crowes Finally Add Their Own Songs to ‘Live at the Greek’
Jimmy Page collaboration was subject to contract issues in the past – but that’s about to change.
Judas Priest Kicks Off Invincible Shield Tour: Videos, Set List
Glasgow show featured 18 tracks, with three debuts from the band’s new album.
An Unheard Jimi Hendrix Song Now Lives on the Moon
Elon Musk wasn’t consulted on contents of Odysseus time capsule, which is designed to survive millions of years “in case we blow ourselves up.”
Alex Van Halen to Publish Memoir in 2024
Drummer’s book is expected to detail his life and times with late younger brother Eddie.
Bruce Dickinson: If I Relived My Life, I’d Still Quit Iron Maiden
Singer also discusses challenge of singing “bloody difficult" Iron Maiden lyrics.
Robert Plant Is Struggling to Write Songs: ‘I Can’t Find Words’
Singer says it’s difficult to come up with words for the modern world, but he’s working to get his groove back.
Brian May Says He Never Liked Queen and Bowie’s ‘Under Pressure’
Guitarist hoped 1981 collaboration would sound like the Who, then realized arguing over mix “was going to be a fight.”