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
Rock History Rewritten for Kids in Book Series
“Don’t Fear The Dark” recounts genre’s part in rhyme, with colorful illustrations.
Paul Stanley Confirms New ‘Backstage Pass’ Book
Kiss frontman’s second memoir offers insight for fans who “want to kick ass at everyday life.”
Is the Hall of Fame Staging a New British Invasion?
Five out of seven inductees for 2019 are U.K. artists.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Cracks List of Year’s Top 10 Grossing Movies
Queen biopic is also top-selling music biopic of all time.
Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Becomes Most-Streamed Song of 20th Century
Single from 1975 moves ahead of Nirvana and Guns N’ Roses as most popular classic rock track online.
Def Leppard Win Rock Hall Fan Vote
British band’s induction likely but not guaranteed after getting more than 500,000 votes.
Guns N’ Roses Manager Teases Fans With Photo Captioned ‘the End?’
Axl Rose walks away in a provocative post, while his bandmates offer thanks after their reunion tour wraps.
How Phil Collins ‘Cheated’ at Genesis Audition
Drummer recalls added advantage he gained by going for a swim before tryout.
After Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ Prince Movie Is in the Works
Song rights acquired in bid to emulate success of Freddie Mercury story, though it won’t be a biopic.
U2, Rolling Stones, Journey and Def Leppard in Top Rock Tours List
Eagles, Foo Fighters and Elton John also appear on 2018 chart.
Roger Waters Could Guest With Nick Mason’s Band
Pink Floyd drummer says he’s not holding his breath for live reunion.
Queen Sells: Why You Hear So Much Freddie Mercury Music in Ads
What makes their songs so popular with advertisers?