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
Mitch Malloy Still ‘Pissed’ Over Short Stint with Van Halen
He was the first choice to replace Sammy Hagar, and says he shared “wicked chemistry” with the band.
Quincy Jones Stopped Steve Lukather From Going Metal on ‘Beat It’
"The thing that people never say about Quincy is what a great casting director he was," Toto guitarist says.
The Hollies Sue Radiohead in the Movie ‘Heretic’ – But Did They?
Horror movie references legal dispute over “Creep” and “The Air That I Breathe” and a coda that dragged Lana Del Rey in too.
When Alex Van Halen’s Arm Caught Fire, but Roadie Wouldn’t Help
Drummer’s onstage mishap is one reason he and brother Eddie didn’t like ‘This Is Spinal Tap.’
See Bruce Springsteen Meet Jeremy Allen White on Biopic Set
Pictures show pair embracing after actor had explained why he didn’t want to meet the Boss too soon.
Prince’s Sister Tyka Nelson Dead at 64
His only full sibling had reported she was writing a memoir after retiring from music.
Quincy Jones Dead at 91
Musician and producer, best known for Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ passes away peacefully.
Jon Bon Jovi Discusses Helping Distressed Woman Off a Bridge
He came upon her as she was seemingly about to jump into a Nashville river.
Tony Iommi: Hard Rock Cafe Refuses to Return Guitar as Promised
Black Sabbath icon wanted early years instrument back but says corporation denied knowledge of buy-back deal.
Mariah Carey Upset Her Lawyer Is in Rock Hall but She Isn’t
Singer – annoyed by having just two Grammys – was excited over Rock Hall prospects two years after the representative was honored.