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.

King Crimson Fans Warned Not to Expect New Album

Band's manager seeks to calm speculation after singer confirmed recording sessions had taken place.

Ozzy Osbourne is Auctioning Paintings He Made with Chimps

Five canvases named after his musical works are expected to raise thousands to help the endangered species.

The Songs Black Sabbath Rehearsed but Didn’t Play at Final Show

Tonny Iommi says they kept their show short because Ozzy Osbourne insisted on performing solo set first.

What’s Iggy Pop Singing at the End of the New ‘Superman’ Movie?

The song “Punkrocker” was first released by Swedish group Teddybears in 2000.

King Crimson Is Recording a New Album

Jakko Jakszyk reveals the band has been building the record in "bits and pieces."

Watch Roger Waters Risk Jail Time During Political Protest

He declares support for peaceful Palestine Action pressure group on the day the British government made it illegal to do so.

Why Jake E. Lee Didn’t Help Ozzy Save ‘War Pigs’ Onstage in 1983

Guitarist says singer’s hasty ad-libbing remains his funniest experience of being on tour with Black Sabbath icon.

Watch Scorpions at 60th Anniversary Homecoming Show

Judas Priest and Alice Cooper join celebrations – but some fans are disappointed at the standard set list and lack of guest stars.

Watch Jeff Lynne Open ELO’s Final Tour With a Broken Hand

He’s unlikely to be playing guitar at the band's last-ever concert later this week.

Why Ringo Starr Had His Beatles Biopic Script Changed

Drummer doesn’t know how Sam Mendes will deliver four films in 2028.

How Black Sabbath Would Like to Be Remembered

Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward write their band’s epitaphs ahead of final show, although talk of another album continues.

Jake E. Lee Shooters to Be Sentenced in July

Guitarist reveals the gun used in midnight incident was involved in two murders.