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
Tom Hamilton on Aerosmith’s Future: ‘We’ll Figure Out a Way’
Bassist wonders if the band knew deep inside that the end to live action was looming.
Radiohead Music Added to Rerelease of Horror Classic ‘Nosferatu’
Pearl Jam, R.E.M. and others are part of Silents Synced's plans to entice music fans to theaters.
Billy Joel Comments on ‘Piano Man’ Gay Bar Theory
He also lists three reasons why his signature song shouldn’t have been released as a single.
Sammy Hagar Reveals Which Van Halen Album Will Be Reissued Next
Singer also aims to hit studio with Best of All Worlds tourmates, and hints at a Van Halen pay-per-view show release.
Dennis DeYoung Just Found Out The Cars Hated Styx
They toured together in the early '80s.
Why Dave Navarro Didn’t Listen to Jane’s Addiction Without Him
Guitarist had mixed feelings over staying home while his bandmates toured.
Why You Won’t Hear Two Vocals Axl Rose Sang for Michael Schenker
Guitarist says perfectionist singer only approved “Love to Love” cover for ‘My Years With UFO’ album.
Bruce Dickinson’s Most Decadent Moment with Caviar and Vodka
Iron Maiden couldn’t take cash home from 1984 Soviet tour, so they spent it on anything they could buy.
Was Sibling Rivalry Behind ‘Awkward’ Van Halen Musical Moments?
Jason Bonham reveals discussions with tribute tour bandmates about unusual song arrangements.
Why Steve Martin Won’t Play Tim Walz on ‘Saturday Night Live’
He suggests that Lorne Michaels wanted him to reject the invitation to portray Kamala Harris' running mate.
Watch John Mayer Play Dead and Company Show With Damaged Finger
Guitarist vowed injury wouldn't affect his performance during Sphere residency.
Hear Bryan Adams Cover His Own Kiss Song ‘Rock and Roll Hell’
It's one of two tracks Canadian cowrote for 'Creatures of the Night' before he made it big.