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
Stevie Nicks Wrote to Lindsey Buckingham After His Heart Attack
She says split with Fleetwood Mac bandmate was “long time coming” after moment that “broke the camel’s back.”
Rob Halford’s Anger Over Public Indecency Arrest
Judas Priest singer recalls washroom entrapment in 1992.
Rudy Sarzo Recalls Frankie Banali’s Final Battle
Former Quiet Riot bassist visited his old friend in the hospital during the last hours before cancer took drummer's life.
John Lennon Still Influences Paul McCartney’s Songs
Macca always asks himself “What would John say?” when he’s writing.
When Future Eagle Vince Gill’s Bluegrass Band Opened for Kiss
He recalls being booed and bottled offstage but loving it in the ‘70s.
Watch Steve Vai, Sammy Hagar Jam to Joe Satriani Backing Tracks
Satch announces release of three albums minus lead parts in guitar-shaped memory stick.
40 Years Ago: The Rolling Stones Release ‘She’s So Cold’
Second single from ‘Emotional Rescue’ was another hit on the disco chart.
Northern Ireland Disappointed in Van Morrison, Health Minister Says
Politician accuses singer of playing to “foil-hat brigade” with coronavirus protest songs.
Lenny Kravitz Discovered Weed and Led Zeppelin the Same Moment
He recalls enjoying his first high just as a friend played “Black Dog” on boombox.
Mark Chapman Says He Deserves Death for Killing John Lennon
Transcript of latest parole hearing includes apology to Yoko Ono.
Watch David Byrne’s ‘American Utopia’ Movie Trailer
New version of acclaimed Broadway show airs on HBO in October.
When Joe Walsh Stole Ted Nugent’s Drummer
Joe Vitale recalls Nugent being "really sweet" about future Eagle recruiting him for Barnstorm.