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
Moody Blues Co-Founder Mike Pinder Dead at 82
Keyboardist who quit in 1978 was iconic band’s last surviving original member.
Gene Simmons Plays First Post-Kiss Solo Show: Videos, Set List
Tommy Thayer makes guest appearance during 18-song show featuring Kiss classics and covers.
Joe Walsh Returns to Scene of Drink and Drugs ‘Epiphany’
Eagles icon plays short set in heavy rain for 300 people in New Zealand location where he feels at home.
The Last Song Bon Jovi Would Sing if His Live Career Was Over Now
With his performing future still in doubt, he admits the track he’d choose isn’t what most people would expect.
Bruce Dickinson Recalls Wanting to Front Iron Maiden at First Sight
Singer recalls London venue emptying after his band insisted on headline status they didn’t deserve.
How Earl Slick Nearly Derailed His First John Lennon Session
Guitarist thought he'd get himself fired from 'Double Fantasy' project.
Did Earl Slick Have to Blow Up a Car for David Bowie Reunion?
Guitarist recalls strange working relationship with his late boss.
Everyone Except Josh Freese Knew He Would Join Foo Fighters
Even drummer’s wife knew why Dave Grohl was calling - but Guns N’ Roses and Nine Inch Nails ex still didn’t expect it.
Rock Hall of Fame Fan Vote Ends, Inductees to Be Announced on Live TV
Peter Frampton, Foreigner and Ozzy Osbourne were high on the fan vote leaderboard.
How a ‘Throwaway Riff’ Became One of Rock’s Most-Covered Songs
"I used to hate playing that one," said the song's author.