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
Sammy Hagar Recalls Talking Himself Into Trouble With Mick Jones
Their friendship took a temporary tumble after “beating my chest” incident while Red Rocker opened for Foreigner.
Hear the Full Version of Eddie and Alex Van Halen’s ‘Unfinished’
Hear the full six minutes of instrumental subtitled “Between Us Two” as drummer’s memoir is published.
Jake E. Lee Was Shot After Confronting Motorcycle Thieves
Guitarist reveals details of late-night attack while walking his dog.
Alex Van Halen Says Split With David Lee Roth Was ‘Wasteful’
Drummer describes end of the original lineup as the most disappointing moment of his life – until Eddie’s death.
Unheard Van Halen Music Is Coming, but You May Not Like It
"I know people want to hear it," Alex Van Halen says.
Jake E. Lee’s Shooter Fired at Him 15 Times
Guitarist says he could “only dodge so many bullets” during late-night attack.
Pete Townshend Recalls the Highs and Lows of Thunderclap Newman
Who guitarist had bigger plans for '60s band that stalled after hit "Something in the Air."
Alice in Chains’ ‘Check My Brain’ Makes Jerry Cantrell Seasick
He admits the unique dissonant riff on 2009 comeback track still proves difficult to work with today.
George Lynch Says He Quit Job for Unpaid Month with Ozzy Osbourne
Guitarist got home to eviction notice from family apartment, and temporarily lost his gig with Dokken in 1982.
The Who’s 60th Anniversary Marked With British Postal Stamp Set
Pete Townsend jokes it's the perfect way to salute decades of stamping all over stages.