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 Gene Simmons Still Wants More Money
Kiss member compares pursuit of wealth to Olympics contest.
Wolfgang Van Halen Plays Show Seated With Sprained Ankle
He has to wear support boot for four to six weeks after tour bus accident.
Brian May Says Queen Had ‘Unfair Advantage’ at Live Aid
Band’s retrospective video series covers their triumphant 20-minute show in 1985.
Ringo Starr Says Paul McCartney Pushed Beatles Beyond Just Two LPs
Drummer says “lazy” band thought “Oh, no, not again!” when they were called into studio.
‘Thousands of Lawyers Fighting’ Over Steely Dan Royalties
Donald Fagen discusses how he keeps going after Walter Becker’s death.
What the Beatles Said About George Harrison Quitting
Biographer reveals unexpected conversation during lunch the day after 1969 disagreement.
Kiss Biopic Explores ‘Social Pressures’ That Helped Them Form
Manager Doc McGhee says casting for ‘Shout It Out Loud’ will begin soon.
Freddie Mercury’s ‘Wonderful Solution’ for Equality in Queen
Roger Taylor admits four-way split deal “didn’t go that well for me.”
Eric Carr’s Sister Recalls His Final Kiss Video
Cancer-stricken drummer had to wear wig for “God Gave Rock and Roll to You” promo shoot.
Earl Slick ‘Wasn’t a Bowie Fan’ When He Got Life-Changing Gig
Longtime guitarist only owned one David Bowie album prior to his “strange” audition.