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
The Cure’s Robert Smith Calls Dynamic Ticket Pricing ‘Bit of a Scam’
He discusses band's bid to cut out scalpers and why it's so difficult.
Metallica’s ‘Lulu’ Was Victim of Fan Ignorance, Says Lars Ulrich
Drummer argues that 2011 collaboration with Lou Reed has "aged extremely well."
Liam Neeson Chose Marriage Over James Bond
He reveals future wife told him to choose between 007 role and their wedding.
Why Paul Stanley Rejected Bandit Makeup After a Month
Kiss co-founder wore different mask three times before returning to his definitive Starchild look.
Why Queen Was Never Happy With Their Debut Album
Brian May recalls studio disagreements that resulted in unnecessary complications.
David Lee Roth: Working With Eddie Van Halen Was ‘Better Than Any Love Affair’
Singer says he believes some of the songs he wrote with late bandmate will "last forever."
Nirvana Producer Used Beatles as Bait for Kurt Cobain
Butch Vig recalls employing frontman's passion for Lennon and McCartney to work on 'Nevermind.'
Neal Schon Tells Jonathan Cain to ‘Get Off the Kool-Aid’
Feud reaches new low as guitarist calls bandmate a hypocrite.
Brian Johnson Refuses to Discuss AC/DC’s Future
Singer says "it’s getting tabloidy" when repeatedly asked if band will return to action.
Judas Priest Manager Says K.K. Downing Missed Chance to Reconnect
There had been talk of more Rock Hall induction-style reunions, if things went smoothly.
35 Years Ago: Black Sabbath Completes ‘The Eternal Idol’ Amid Total Chaos
Unlucky 13th album found Tony Iommi working with multiple producers, bassists and frontmen.
35 Years Ago: Billy Idol Takes Sex Song ‘Mony Mony’ to No. 1
Turns out, Tommy James and the Shondells' song had “special significance” for him.