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
Jimi Hendrix Limited-Edition Artworks Go on Sale
The collection includes paintings, lyrics and photographs that present the late rocker as “multi-dimensional artist.”
Judas Priest, Soundgarden and MC5 React to Rock Hall Nomination
Members discuss appearance on 2020 list alongside Doobie Brothers, Motorhead, Thin Lizzy and others.
Phil Campbell Recalls Meeting Lemmy: ‘It Scared the S— Out of Me’
Motorhead guitarist first saw future bandmate in Hawkwind at the age of 12.
How Freddie Mercury Teased Elton John Backstage at Live Aid
Queen frontman criticized old friend’s hat after being complimented over iconic performance.
Motley Crue, Blink-182 and Iron Maiden Lead Rock Hall Fan Poll
Museum visitors have cast more than 80,000 votes as class of 2020 announcement looms.
Unreleased Tom Petty Music Recovered After Theft
Man arrested after stealing more than $100,0000 of instruments and gear from storage unit.
Elton John Recalls Shooting Down Rod Stewart Blimp
He recalls tit-for-tat promo-material battle in “Sharon and Phyllis” friendly feud.
David Lee Roth Says ‘Hair Bands Were Imitations of Van Halen’
Singer says his group’s success led to copycat acts who resorted to “gimmickry and trade crap.”
Elton John Laughs Off His Hair Issues
He recalls moment he thought he was being robbed but didn’t want to investigate until he put his wig on.
Steve Miller Hated Jimi Hendrix’s Burning Guitar Stunt
He calls late icon’s memorable moment at Monterey “pathetic.”