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
Soundgarden Recall the Night Chris Cornell Died
Band and crew were traveling to next concert when they read of singer’s death online.
Ozzy Osbourne Believes Being Ripped Off Saved His Life
Black Sabbath icon compares his feelings over lost money to those of former bandmate Bill Ward.
Kiss Ask Fans to Contribute to ‘Definitive’ Documentary
‘Kisstory’ feature set for fall release.
Lemmy and Son Will Be Heard on ‘Gods of the Arena’ Album
Motorhead icon’s friends gather for LP featuring material he worked on with Bob Kulick.
Queen and Alice Cooper to Play Fire Fight Australia Concert
February event is already sold out, with profits going to disaster relief efforts.
Neil Peart: Family Man
From his parents to the tragedy of his first family and the creation of his second, late Rush drummer lived for his relatives.
Tool’s ’10,000 Days’ Is Now 5,000 Days Old: What’s Happened Since?
A look back at the band’s 13-year journey from fourth to fifth album ... and beyond.
When Kirk Hammett Filled His Car With Stolen Liquor
Slayer and Exodus guitarist Gary Holt recalls thieving trips with future Metallica member.
5 Reasons Motorhead Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
As if Lemmy Kilmister wasn’t all the reasons ever needed.
Would Ronnie James Dio Approve of His Hologram?
Former guitarist Tracy G doubts late singer would like his digital projection.
Eddie Murphy Brings Gumby, Mr. Robinson, Buckwheat Back to ‘SNL’
‘80s superstar brings back Mr. Robinson, Gumby, Buckwheat and Velvet Jones characters.
Ozzy Osbourne Offers $25K Reward for Stolen Randy Rhoads Gear
Late guitarist’s equipment — including his first-ever guitar — stolen from his mom’s music school.