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
Kansas Reveals New Violinist Joe Deninzon
David Ragsdale's replacement has been described as "Jimi Hendrix of the violin."
Zakk Wylde Reveals He Never Jammed With Dimebag Darrell
He says partying was more important than playing when the two friends got together.
Revisiting the Debacle of Ace Frehley’s ‘Second Sighting’
The 1988 record failed to meet expectations as bandmates filled gaps left by distracted ex-Kiss guitarist.
Josh Homme: Should Lynyrd Skynyrd Go On With No Original Members?
He considers dealing with band members' deaths in light of Taylor Hawkins tragedy.
Vinnie Vincent Tells Fans to Expect New Album This Year
Former Kiss guitarist says 'Judgment Day' feels like his 1986 'Invasion' LP.
Dead and Company Kick Off Final Tour: Pictures, Videos, Set List
The band will close up shop after 29-date road trip.
Cream Lyricist Pete Brown Dead at 82
Beat poet was frequently regarded as the pioneering band’s fourth member.
Ian Anderson Is Glad Lou Gramm Can’t Play the Flute
Jethro Tull leader calls Foreigner icon "the best tenor rock singer of all time."
Derek St. Holmes Hopes Ted Nugent’s Talent Will Outshine Politics
Singer is convinced lead guitarist’s controversies have hurt their careers.
Now You Can Visit Jimmy Page’s ‘Haunted’ Scottish Manor
Notorious Boleskine House, once owned by Led Zeppelin icon, is to open gates for self-guided tours.
Vito Bratta Was Moved to Tears by Eddie Van Halen Meeting
White Lion guitarist recalls ‘90s conversation about being called a sound-alike.
Why Ringo Starr Refuses to Write a Memoir
Beatles drummer says he's more than the character publishers want him to write about.