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
35 Years Ago: REO Speedwagon Release Second No. 1, ‘Can’t Fight This Feeling’
Kevin Cronin struggled with song for 10 years and hated its title, but it became a classic power ballad.
The Night the Rolling Stones Met the Beatles
Bill Wyman shares memory of looking up during show and seeing “four silhouetted leather-clad persons” in crowd.
Queen Become First Band on U.K. Coin
50th anniversary collectables designed by fan who works at Royal Mint.
Ozzy Osbourne and Elton John Are Working on Music Together
Sharon Osbourne says collaboration is part of year of “good stuff.”
Watch Stevie Nicks Sing ‘Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around’ With Keith Urban
Fleetwood Mac icon guests with country star at New Year’s Eve show.
How Bob Seger’s Fans Saved ‘Old Time Rock and Roll’
Classic track wasn’t set to appear on ‘Stranger in Town’ album because his bandmates didn’t like it.
Joe Elliott in Favor of New Def Leppard Biopic but Won’t Fund It
He believes standards have risen beyond “experiment” of 2001 VH1 flop.
Lou Gramm Wants to Do More Shows with Foreigner
Former singer hopes to continue “guest appearances” for “a little while longer.”
How Steve Perry Went from ‘Starving Drummer’ to Journey Star
Early tour with Canadian-based band revealed that the future singing star couldn't handle the cold.
First Draft of Elton John’s ‘Your Song’ Lyrics Sell for $237,000
Co-writer Bernie Taupin’s ex-wife put a selection of documents up for auction.