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
Queensryche Surprised by Fake Digital EP Release
Band denies knowledge of five versions of "Silent Lucidity" appearing on official Spotify account.
When Steven Tyler Messed Up Burger Joint Where Joe Perry Worked
Aerosmith guitarist recalls the time before he’d been introduced to future bandmate.
Why AC/DC Had to Add ‘Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation’ to ‘Powerage’
Solo-free track was recorded grudgingly but gave band its first taste of chart success.
Kirk Hammett’s Chaotic Hours Saving Metallica Festival Set
Guitarist took on the task of finding stand-in drummers when Lars Ulrich fell ill ahead of Download show in 2004.
Watch Brian Johnson Sing AC/DC Classics at Hometown Guest Spot
He delivered “Back in Black” and “You Shook Me All Night Long” with fellow Newcastle native Sam Fender.
Michael Monroe Finally Meets Vince Neil Decades After Tragedy
Hanoi Rocks singer called the meeting "one of the most important moments of my life."
Could ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 Deliver More Rock Classics on Cello?
Star Jenna Ortega took lessons to make scenes featuring Rolling Stones and Fleetwood Mac more convincing.
Gene Simmons Would Work for $1 if He Entered Politics
Kiss star discusses importance of democracy during visit to U.K. Parliament.
How Ozzy Osbourne Spotted Tony Iommi’s Cancer
Geezer Butler recalls "soap opera" of Black Sabbath's farewell years.
Could Pearl Jam’s New Album Sound More Like Pop Music?
Stone Gossard hints at producer Andrew Watt's influence on 'Gigaton' follow-up.
Geezer Butler Respected Bill Ward’s Refusal of Part-Time Offer
Bassist admits he'd have given the same answer when Black Sabbath asked drummer to play three songs per night on final tour.
Were You Wrong About Metallica’s ‘St. Anger’ All Along?
Many critics were positive about the band's second most-hated album — did they have a point?