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
How Def Leppard Settle Their Arguments
Vivian Campbell has stopped members from "killing each other," while Rick Savage is the Spinal Tap "lukewarm water."
Alice Cooper Names Three Bands Every Young Musician Should Hear
Shock-rock icon says too many hopefuls "just throw it away."
Watch Neil Diamond Sing ‘Sweet Caroline’ at Red Sox Game
Boston crowd joins in with retired performer, who's accompanied by actor Will Swenson.
Ozzy Osbourne Still Has A Career Ambition Left
Black Sabbath icon says he’s still not fit for stage return - and accepts his mortality.
Record Store Day ‘Exploded’ Thanks to Metallica, Says Co-Founder
Organizers struggled to gain support until band got involved in inaugural event.
How Taylor Hawkins’ Death Affects Potential Rush Reunion
Geddy Lee reveals what he learned from friend’s passing.
How a Foo Fighter Ended Up in Prince’s ‘Raspberry Beret’ Video
Pat Smear failed 1985 audition but was called back for one reason.
Chad Smith Denies Being Scared of ‘Haunted’ Chili Peppers Studio
Drummer refused to move into Hollywood mansion to record 'Blood Sugar Sex Magik' with bandmates.
Could Pearl Jam Open for Pearl Jam on Next Tour?
Josh Klinghoffer hopes to involve them in his solo support act.
Queen Are Most-Played Rock Band on Radio Around the World
Analytics service claims annual stats prove genre is “resurrected.”
‘Pam and Tommy’ Talking-Penis Scene Got ‘Pushback’ From Hulu
Showrunner discusses getting animatronic dialogue into series' second episode.
Watch the Queen’s Guard Pay Tribute to Meat Loaf
British soldiers play brass version of "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)" on Buckingham Palace grounds.