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
Trent Reznor Quits Twitter, Gets Called a ‘Crybaby’ by Elon Musk
Nine Inch Nails mastermind says platform has become "toxic environment."
When Metallica Stole Their First Managers’ Wedding Champagne
James Hetfield recalls moment during "wild and unruly" era of living with Megaforce Records owners Jon and Marsha Zazula.
Zakk Wylde Learned Dimebag’s Guitar Parts from YouTube
He’s preparing for Pantera tribute shows with help from “other amazing players” online.
Why Judas Priest Couldn’t Get Richie Faulkner Into the Rock Hall
Guitarist was band member at the wrong time despite 12 years in place, she reports.
Alice in Chains Recalls Layne Staley’s Sarcasm
Jerry Cantrell and Sean Kinney discuss late singer's sense of humor after 'Dirt' returns to chart.
Sammy Hagar Says Wolfgang ‘Is Van Halen’ Now
Singer says he’s still interested in tribute show but accepts "dysfunction" means it may never happen.
Zakk Wylde Warns: Don’t Expect Me to Sound Like Pantera’s Dime
Guitarist hopes to enjoy tribute experience using some of his late friend's gear.
How Rick Rubin Talked Johnny Cash Into Covering Nine Inch Nails
Producer reveals background of classic version of "Hurt."
AC/DC’s Real-Life Hell’s Bell Was ‘Most Expensive Dinner Gong’
Brian Johnson recalls how one-ton instrument came into being.
When Billy Idol Wrote ‘White Wedding’ in 20 Minutes
He thought of his sister's recent marriage as he waited for inspiration to finish first solo album.
Judas Priest’s Hall of Fame Medley to Include Multiple Ex-Members
Former drummer Les Binks says eight-minute performance will be “one for the books.”
Brian Johnson Cried Over Not Being Allowed to See Malcolm Young
AC/DC frontman found himself just “20 yards away” from where bandmate was treated for early-onset dementia.