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
Jimmy Page Recalls Led Zeppelin’s First Rehearsal
Guitarist says all four musicians felt “profoundly connected” after 1968 gathering.
Sammy Hagar Recalls Sneaking Into Rolling Stones’ First U.S. Show
“We didn’t have any money, I’d never heard of a rock concert,” singer says of 1964 experience.
How Disney Inspired John Fogerty to Write ‘Down on the Corner’
Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman twisted a merchandise ad into a new idea.
How Disney Inspired John Fogerty to Write ‘Down on the Corner’
Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman twisted a merchandise ad into a new idea.
Black Crowes Full Reunion Would Have ‘Triggered’ New Fights
Brothers Chris and Rich Robinson agreed early on not to bring any other members back.
40 Years Ago: ‘Another Brick in The Wall (Part II)’ Hits No.1
Producer Bob Ezrin defied Roger Waters to turn part of the concept album into a disco-infused hit.
How Kenny Rogers Helped Form the Eagles
Don Henley recalls the debt of gratitude he owes to late country-pop star.
Ace Reach No.1 45 Years After Release of ‘How Long’
Paul Carrack’s band originally made it to No. 3 in 1975.
Neil Young to Play Bernie Sanders Online Rally
Presidential campaign changes tack over coronavirus, while Dropkick Murphys lose live audience for St. Patrick’s Day.
Nikki Sixx on Coronavirus: ‘Dampen Down the Hysteria’
Motley Crue bassist, Queen's Brian May and Poison's Bret Michaels express thoughts on the pandemic.