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
The New AC/DC Song That Gives Brian Johnson ‘Goose Bumps’
Singer says “Through the Mists of Time” is the ‘Power Up’ track where Malcolm Young’s presence is most evident.
Midnight Oil Bassist Bones Hillman Dead at 62
New Zealander passes after cancer battle.
Eddie Van Halen ‘Final Gift’ News is Fake, Says Wolfgang
Son continues attacks on people “taking advantage” of the guitarist's death.
When Eddie Van Halen Gate-Crashed Coverdale and Page Tea Time
Whitesnake leader recalls the last time he met late guitarist.
Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers Have Discussed Reunion Possibility
Drummer Steve Ferrone says the band thought final tour should have been postponed.
Beatles Letter About Firing Pete Best Goes to Auction
Document from 1962, signed by manager Brian Epstein, offers “sincere wishes” for drummer’s future.
Angus Young ‘Still Not Done’ With Stockpiled AC/DC Songs
Asked about an album to follow ‘Power Up,’ he says, “I don’t know how many I would have.”
Richie Sambora Would Return to Bon Jovi for ‘Special Situation’
Former guitarist denies claim that he doesn’t have his life together.
Why Jimmy Page Got ‘Jittery’ the Night After Led Zeppelin Reunion
Guitarist recalls “fun” of rehearsing with John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham for 2007 show.
Peter Frampton Says Manager Kept Him High to Hide Fraud
Guitarist was left with “less than nothing” by man who lied to make him sign up for ill-fated ’Sgt. Pepper’s’ movie.