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
Remembering Philomena Lynott, the Queen of Irish Rock ’n’ Roll
Why the death of Thin Lizzy icon Phil Lynott’s mom has prompted such an outpouring of grief.
Steely Dan, Nirvana and Others React to Fire Loss of Master Tapes
Label does not address how many master tapes burned in backlot blaze while potentially affected artists wait for more details.
40 Years Ago: Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason Enters Le Mans Motor Race
Drummer won trophy at bucket-list experience and went back four more times.
Watch Genesis’ Phil Collins and Mike Rutherford Reunite on Stage
They perform “Follow You Follow Me” on European tour.
Courtney Love Slams ‘The Dirt’ – Tommy Lee Fires Back
Motley Crue drummer responds to Hole singer describing movie as “just f–––––g dumb.”
Sebastian Bach Invites Skid Row to Join Him on Tour
Former frontman admits offer is unlikely to be accepted.
David Crosby Explains How to Survive in Prison
He recalls his jail term and talks about fear of death and relationship trust in ‘Ask Croz’ advice video.
Ted Nugent Says Hunting and Making Music ‘Enhance Each Other’
Guitarist celebrates experience of killing a buck then heading into his studio.
50 Years Ago: The Final Episode of ‘Star Trek’ Airs
The original series ended inauspiciously with a controversial production tagged onto the start of a rerun.
Paul Stanley Recalls ‘Disgraceful’ Hall of Fame Treatment
Kiss frontman says band were “treated like crap” during 2014 induction ceremony.