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
Why Black Sabbath Nearly Discarded Their Classic Song ‘Paranoid’
Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler initially refused to try out Tony Iommi’s "filler" idea.
How James Hetfield’s Car Passion Powered Metallica’s ‘Fuel’
Frontman was content to let the engines do the talking in one of the strongest songs from 'Load'/'Reload' era.
The Man Who Asked Jimi Hendrix if He’d Made a Deal With the Devil
Love guitarist Johnny Echols couldn't believe how much the late icon had advanced in just three years.
Bruce Dickinson Explains Why People Feel ‘Actively Threatened by Metal’
Iron Maiden singer says establishment doesn’t like non-disposable music.
What Aerosmith Gained From Starting Out in Gangster Territory
Their first manager was reputedly connected to mobsters. Then there was the menacing vet downstairs.
Dee Snider Explains Why Rock Stars Are Selling Their Catalogs
Twisted Sister leader cut a deal in 2015: “It’s math!”
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.
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.
Michael Monroe Finally Meets Vince Neil Decades After Tragedy
Hanoi Rocks singer called the meeting "one of the most important moments of my life."
Could ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 Deliver More Rock Classics on Cello?
Star Jenna Ortega took lessons to make scenes featuring Rolling Stones and Fleetwood Mac more convincing.
Gene Simmons Would Work for $1 if He Entered Politics
Kiss star discusses importance of democracy during visit to U.K. Parliament.
Terrible Pantera and Skid Row Co-Written Songs Exist Somewhere
Snake Sabo says Phil Anselmo has recordings made one drunken night on tour bus.