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
How Jimmy Page Got a Guitar Case Back After 47 Years
Led Zeppelin fan reveals how he acquired it and finally decided to give it back.
David Lee Roth Says Las Vegas Residency Won’t Be Van Halen Tribute
Singer insists he’ll bring more “boom in the room” with five vocalists and three guitarists.
David Lee Roth Says He’s ‘Paid a Price’ for Van Halen Hiatus
Singer describes four-year lay-off as “paralyzing” as he gears up for Las Vegas residency.
Why the Judas Priest-Inspired Movie ‘Rock Star’ Bombed
Tim “Ripper” Owens laments Hollywood wasting the opportunity to tell his dream-come-true story.
Has Dee Snider Played His Last Show?
Former Twisted Sister frontman announced break from performing onstage, adding, “We’ll see what happens after that.”
Tony Iommi on Firing Ozzy Osbourne: ‘We Had to Do Something’
Black Sabbath guitarist recalls how close the band came to splitting in 1979.
Judas Priest Once Asked Whitfield Crane to Replace Rob Halford
Ugly Kid Joe frontman explains why he refused ‘90s invitation from Glenn Tipton.
Motley Crue Announce ‘Dr. Feelgood’ 30th-Anniversary Edition
New packaging and deluxe edition detailed in teaser video.
Paul Stanley on Odessa Mass Shooting: ‘Prayers Are Not Enough’
Kiss frontman calls for action after 283rd outrage of 2019.
Wolfgang Van Halen ‘Awesome’ on Sevendust Guitarist’s Solo Album
Clint Lowery reveals his friend played drums and bass - but lives under a “shadow.”
Kurt Cobain Royalty Check Found in Record Store
Pre-fame payment for $26 was among items in ‘90s collection.
Queen’s Live Aid Triumph Was ‘Just Common Sense,’ Says Keyboardist
Spike Edney couldn’t believe other bands didn’t do what they did with blistering 20-minute set.