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
Eddie Van Halen Treated Frankenstrat Guitar Like ‘Junk’
Wolfgang Van Halen recalls shock when his dad threw iconic instrument across the room.
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Favorite Advice From Eddie
“Tongue-in-cheek” comment was passed down from late guitar legend’s own father.
First Official ELP Book Available for Pre-Order
Late Greg Lake’s wife Regina says ‘Emerson, Lake & Palmer’ was a joy to create.
Paul McCartney Gets Richer Because Others Sold Their Catalogs
Annual list from The Sunday Times adds millions to wealth of veteran artists who haven’t cut publishing deals.
‘True Love’ Made Robert Plant Decide to Be a Singer
Led Zeppelin icon recalls looking over a concert audience for the first time.
How Peter Gabriel’s ‘So’ Artwork Defined Him for a Decade
Designer Peter Saville was called in after time and money was used up for 1986 album.
New ZZ Top Album Underway, Says Billy Gibbons
Frontman predicts LP might be released at the end of this year.
How Poison Lucked Out With First Record Deal
Bret Michaels says they got “superstar royalty rate” because no one thought debut album would sell.
Cher Reveals Official Biopic Is Under Production
Report suggests movie will follow format of Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody.’
Watch Sammy Hagar Sing ‘Fly Like an Eagle’ With Afghan Girls
Chad Kroeger also guests on song dedicated to murdered schoolchildren.
Andy Summers Wants Your Name in His Book
Watch Police guitarist extend invitation to those who preorder short story collection ‘Fretted and Moaning.’
Rock Hall Boss Says Angry Fans ‘Need to Expand Their Thinking’
Greg Harris claims people who don’t think hip-hop is rock ’n’ roll must realize “that ship has sailed” after Jay-Z wins induction and Iron Maiden don’t.