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
Ace Frehley Looking For Beer Commercial He Made With Rick Nielsen
Space Ace recalls backstage fun with Cheap Trick and Rush - but not Black Sabbath.
Pearl Jam’s New Album Will Be ‘Heavier Than You’d Expect’
Guitarist says producer Andrew Watt pushed the band hard for 'Gigaton' follow-up.
Chris Slade Calls AC/DC Stints a ‘Job, a Good Job’
Former Tom Jones, David Gilmour and Asia drummer told sons not to follow him into playing percussion.
Elvis Presley Avatar Shows Coming This Year
'Elvis Evolution' to open in London in November, with Las Vegas dates to follow.
Why John Oates Is Glad Hall and Oates’ Big Years Are Behind Them
He remains proud of his work with Daryl Hall but can't forget feeling the pressure of business demands that came with success.
Why Kiss’ Dressing Rooms Always Smelled Like Burnt Toast
Former Night Ranger guitarist Jeff Watson connects the scent with his band’s time as Kiss' support act.
Grateful Dead Producer John Cutler Dead at 73
He played key role in the band’s Egypt trip, live shows and later archive releases.
Steve Hackett Says Genesis Music Got Lost in ‘Audio Space’ Battle
Guitarist believes Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks were trying to outpace each other on ‘The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.’
Ex Beatles Lennon and Harrison Stopped Friends Dissing McCartney
Drummer Jim Keltner recalls "brutal" comments that were not to be imitated.
Wayne Kramer Explains Why You Should Care About the New MC5 Album
Delayed ‘Heavy Lifting’ project features guest turns by Slash, Tom Morello and others.