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
Jimi Hendrix Experience Estates in Dispute Over Royalties
Band leader’s heirs launch lawsuit against Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell rights holders.
John Mellencamp Likes the Effect Smoking Has Had on His Voice
His new album ‘Strictly a One-Eyed Jack’ is due later this week.
Watch NBA Star Russell Westbook Get Trolled With Foreigner Song
Sacramento Kings DJ plays “Cold as Ice” clip as Lakers player shoots 2 for 14.
Bruce Dickinson Says Iron Maiden Planning Tour of Smaller Venues
Singer says only diehards will want to watch ‘Senjutsu’ performed in full.
Lindsey Buckingham Says Stevie Nicks Got Creatively ‘Disoriented’
He claims she focused too much on her brand, and reveals his creative split with Fleetwood Mac came after ‘Tusk.’
Bruce Springsteen Confirmed as Music’s Biggest Earner in 2021
$550 million rights deal pushes him to top of list as similar arrangements skew annual results.
David Coverdale’s Most Financially Successful Songs Revealed
List appears as he sells his catalog, adding to estimated $5 billion acquisitions in past year.
Bill Ward’s Biggest Black Sabbath Regret
Drummer looks back on his career with "attitude of gratitude."
Don Henley Nearly Sang on Steely Dan’s ‘Peg’
Producer Gary Katz recalls having to fire Eagles member when session didn't work out.
Keith Richards, Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell Items for Auction
Rolling Stones and Beatles members offer guitars while Mitchell provides painting of Jimi Hendrix.
David Bowie Studio Moment Hinted at ‘Special Mental Powers’
Producer Tony Visconti recalls "goose bumps" experience as they worked on 'Low' track "Weeping Wall."
Sammy Hagar Has 20 Songs Left Over From ‘Standing Hampton’ Era
He says there are more than 20 tracks, but he's worried about losing them during playback.