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
Jimmy Page’s ‘Paranoid’ Solo Session for ‘Stairway to Heaven’
Led Zeppelin guitarist and engineer recall “wonderful” moment that came after difficult start.
Wolfgang Van Halen Can’t Watch His ‘Distance’ Video
Song was written as he anticipated a future without his dad, Eddie Van Halen.
Robert Plant Told Nancy Wilson He’d Come to Hate ‘Stairway’
Conversation took place after Heart performed Led Zeppelin classic in front of the band.
$18 Concert Tickets Cost $1,000 for Unvaccinated Fans
Florida promoter enacts “no-vax tax” to “get the fence-sitters off the fence” over COVID-19.
40 Years Ago: Beatles Reunite for a John Lennon Tribute Song
George Harrison gathered his former bandmates for 1981 single “All Those Years Ago,” written about late friend.
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.
Duran Duran Believe Andy Taylor Was Key to U.S. Success
Brits say former guitarist brought crossover elements to their new wave sound.
Cher Reveals Official Biopic Is Under Production
Report suggests movie will follow format of Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody.’
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.
Dave Grohl Won’t Be Stoned at Rock Hall This Time
Foo Fighters frontman recalls “tripping” as he took part in Joan Jett’s induction night.
Paul McCartney’s Secret to Saving His Eyesight
Former Beatle learned “eye yoga” from Indian expert.
Def Leppard Auction Goes Inside Rick Allen’s Arm Loss
Drummer’s former girlfriend Miriam Barendsen decides to part with ‘80s mementos to help fund animal-rescue program.