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
David Coverdale Working Toward New Music With Jimmy Page
Whitesnake singer says "immense progress" has taken place over ‘Coverdale-Page’ album reissue with additional tracks.
Tony Iommi Recalls Black Sabbath’s ‘Dying Cat’ Studio Session
They brought violin and cello to record track for ‘Vol. 4’ then realized there was more to it.
Why Didn’t Damn Yankees Release Their Album ‘Bravo’?
Guitarist and songwriter Damon Johnson recalls working on record that ended up “lukewarm.”
Watch Guitar Virtuoso Cover of ‘Kashmir’ That’s Wowing Rock Stars
Paul Stanley, Tom Morello and Vernon Reid are among those who've expressed astonishment.
When Elton John Was Heckled With a Hot Dog
He recalls formative experience and tells people who hate him to support young bands.
Aerosmith’s ‘I Don’t Want to Miss … ‘ Was Imagined for a Woman
Writer Diane Warren expected female singer to perform band’s only No.1 hit.
David Bowie Producer Thought ���Hunky Dory’ Would Flop
Ken Scott took courage from the idea that 1971 album was an opportunity to “make mistakes.”
Could Rob Halford Join Heaven and Hell for an Album?
Drummer Vinny Appice restarts discussions about record with Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler.
Geddy Lee Explains Why There’s No Unreleased Rush Music
Trio abandoned anything if they thought they were “beating a dead horse.”
Alex Van Halen: ‘There’s Nothing Left in the Music Business’
"In the old days you’d get a dollar a record, and now you get 50 cents for 275,000 streams. It’s insane. It’s wrong."