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 Hit Single ‘Love Bites’ Scared Def Leppard
Phil Collen recalls concerns that they didn’t know how to play their only No.1 single live.
Why Pete Townshend Made Tommy Into a ‘Pinball Wizard’
Who guitarist explains truth behind story of why song was added to 1969 rock opera.
How Freddie Mercury’s Loved Ones Share ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Income
Disposal details of Queen icon’s will means sister Kashmira Bulsara and best friend Mary Austin receive millions.
Sammy Hagar Respects Robert Plant’s Refusal of Led Zeppelin Tour
The Circle frontman hails “first-class” behavior, and argues Jason Bonham is as good a drummer as John Bonham.
Jason Bonham Says Jimmy Page Gave Him Cocaine When He Was 16
Drummer says he spent too long thinking it was complimentary when people said he consumed drugs like his dad.
AC/DC Studio Activity Confirmed by Engineer
Longtime collaborator Mike Fraser refers to Brian Johnson’s return on anticipated new album.
Dio Hologram U.S. Tour Dates Announced
Revamped projected image will be presented alongside live band featuring Dio members.
Bob Dylan Whiskey Distillery and Venue to Open in Nashville
Multi-use facility will provide home for his range of spirits and display his artwork.
Sammy Hagar Creates New Tequila
Singer presents Santo Fino Blanco, made in partnership with TV chef Guy Fieri.
‘Dislodged’ Metal Rods Forced Ozzy Osbourne’s Tour Postponement
Wife Sharon says singer "feels terrible" about canceling more farewell tour dates after suffering a fall.
‘Rocketman’ Director Dexter Fletcher’s Last Job? Saving ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
When Bryan Singer was fired from Queen biopic, producers turned to man they’d dismissed years earlier to finish the job.
Mr. Big Consider ‘Proper Goodbye’ After Pat Torpey’s Passing
Bassist Billy Sheehan says surviving band members are closer than ever.