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
5 Years Ago: Metallica Confronts Dystopia With ‘Spit Out the Bone’
Relentless high-energy track from ‘Hardwired … to Self Destruct’ made a heavy point.
When Jerry Lee Lewis Married His 13-Year-Old Cousin
Twenty-two-year-old star ended his promising rock 'n' roll career after wedding for the third time.
When Billy Idol Wrote ‘White Wedding’ in 20 Minutes
He thought of his sister's recent marriage as he waited for inspiration to finish first solo album.
Brian Johnson Hopes for More AC/DC Music
Singer says band is "still a working entity of sorts."
Brian Johnson Cried Over Not Being Allowed to See Malcolm Young
AC/DC frontman found himself just “20 yards away” from where bandmate was treated for early-onset dementia.
Green Day’s ‘Good Riddance’ Was Nearly Bon Jovi-Style Rock Ballad
Band battled with 1997 hit that changed perceptions about them but eventually nailed it in 20 minutes.
Taylor Hawkins’ Final Filmed Interview Appears in Drummers Movie
Trailer for 'Let There Be Drums' also features Ringo Starr, Stewart Copeland and others.
Rage Against the Machine Cancels First Tour in Decade
Zach de la Rocha laments abandoning “the work we started 30-some odd years ago” following severe injury.
Ozzy Osbourne Feared No One Would Know Him at Hometown Show
Wife Sharon says he's too hard on himself as she reveals they plan to sue over surgical error.
Motley Crue Hints at Future Tour Plans: ‘See You in February’
A Vegas residency, overseas tours and another North American run are among the band's plans.
Justin Hawkins Nearly Talked Himself Out of Van Halen Guest Spot
The Darkness frontman thought about suggesting an alternate singer take his place during the Taylor Hawkins show.
Lost Led Zeppelin Bootleg Film Clips Restored and Revealed
Fan smuggled wind-up camera into 1970 Los Angeles show immortalized in 'Blueberry Hill' audio recording.