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
Paul McCartney Says His List of Unheard Songs Is ‘Too Long’
He notes that John Lennon’s influence is helping out with current troublesome track.
Kiss Aim to Set $1,000,000 Pyro Record with New Year’s Eve Show
Paul Stanley says “Size matters” for multi-million dollar, 250-foot stage, 50-camera performance with giant pyro backdrop.
Wolfgang Van Halen Was Ready for Michael Anthony’s Return
He says Van Halen bassists never had chance to speak but looks forward to it.
The Moment Brian Johnson Knew He Could Front AC/DC Again
Singer recalls “apprehension” as he attempted rehearsal with cutting-edge hearing technology.
Sammy Hagar Won’t Start Van Halen Reunion Talk
Singer says he’d accept an invitation to take part in a tribute.
When Brian May Thought Queen’s Live Aid Was ‘Kind of Okay’
Guitarist reflects on how the band didn’t realize what it had achieved in 1985.
Watch Paul McCartney’s Restored ‘Rupert and the Frog Song’ Movie
Director Geoff Dunbar explains what made 13-minute kids’ short so successful in 1984.
Watch Phil Collins in Lost Footage of Pre-Fame Band Flaming Youth
Restored TV performance was shot the year before he joined Genesis.
Alice Cooper Launches Halloween Party Game
HorrorBox comedy cards include one pack written entirely by the shock-rock icon.
When AC/DC Hunted the Loch Ness Monster
Brian Johnson recalls trip to Scotland with Malcolm Young and a box of fireworks.
Stevie Nicks Went to ICU After Rock Hall Induction
She recalls suffering early symptoms of pneumonia during gala-night performance.
Don McLean’s Lifelong Struggle With ‘American Pie’
Writer of classic song outlines why it’s “biographical” and reveals that his favorite part isn’t the lyrics.