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
Can Elvira Save Halloween Again?
Cassandra Peterson recalls helping make the holiday sexy as Mistress of the Dark, and hopes to help in COVID era.
When AC/DC Hunted the Loch Ness Monster
Brian Johnson recalls trip to Scotland with Malcolm Young and a box of fireworks.
Stevie Nicks Says ‘The Chain’ Was ‘Take One for the Team’ Moment
She’s glad she gave classic song to Fleetwood Mac, but recalls she had her own plans for it.
How Thin Lizzy Blew Their Chance to Break America
Band members discuss the turmoil that resulted in Phil Lynott’s big dream never coming true.
David Crosby Says He’s an ‘Old Idiot’ for Eddie Van Halen Tweet
He admits he “blew it” with dismissive comment just after guitarist died.
Listen to Eddie Van Halen’s ‘Eruption’ on Two Stylophones
Creator denies it’s a “lame parody” and says it’s “one of the weirdest tributes” instead.
Rush Go Back in Time With ‘Missing Tourbooks Collection’
New titles fill in blanks left with their first three album road trips.
Stevie Nicks’ Only Regret: Eight Years of Tranquilizer Addiction
She looks back at wasted “non-time” and says she’ll “probably never” perform with Lindsey Buckingham again.
Elton John Settles $3.9 Million Legal Dispute With Ex-Wife
Renata Blauel had said her appearance in his memoir and ‘Rocketman’ biopic breached a deal.
Ted Nugent Calls Tommy Lee ‘Convicted Felon, Heroin Addict’
Guitarist says he argued with Sammy Hagar TV-show producers over Motley Crue drummer.
Watch Tommy Lee’s Wife Ruin His Car
Motley Crue drummer reacts to seeing new solo album artwork emblazoned on his ride: “What is wrong with you?”
Street Fight Could Have Stopped Black Sabbath From Making ‘Paranoid’
Tony Iommi still doesn’t know how they escaped from “vicious” mob three days before recording sessions began.