Martin Kielty

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.

Was Sibling Rivalry Behind ‘Awkward’ Van Halen Musical Moments?

Jason Bonham reveals discussions with tribute tour bandmates about unusual song arrangements.

Why Steve Martin Won’t Play Tim Walz on ‘Saturday Night Live’

He suggests that Lorne Michaels wanted him to reject the invitation to portray Kamala Harris' running mate.

Watch John Mayer Play Dead and Company Show With Damaged Finger

Guitarist vowed injury wouldn't affect his performance during Sphere residency.

Hear Bryan Adams Cover His Own Kiss Song ‘Rock and Roll Hell’

It's one of two tracks Canadian cowrote for 'Creatures of the Night' before he made it big.

Why John Bonham ‘Took a Swing’ at Alex Van Halen

Led Zeppelin drummer's son Jason details the incident.

‘SNL’ Movie Title and Release Date Confirmed

Feature explores the 90 minutes leading up to first episode’s broadcast in 1975.

The Corny Lesson James Hetfield Learned From Metallica’s Charity Foundation

Frontman’s experience of giving back has proved to him that an old saying is still true.

Nick Mason Wants to Continue Pink Floyd Classic Lineup Using AI

Drummer suggests tech could explore what might have happened if Roger Waters and David Gilmour had never fallen out.

How ‘SNL’ Made Blue Oyster Cult Bring Back Cowbell on ‘Reaper’

Buck Dharma recalls how the famous sketch starring Christopher Walken and Will Ferrell turned an "afterthought" into a necessity.

Will a New Edit Save This Troubled 1992 David Bowie Movie?

‘The Linguini Incident’ bombed in 1992, but the director purchased the rights, found a print and recut it.