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
Billy Joel’s Neighbors Want to Ban His Helicopter
Residents of exclusive Long Island community object to aircraft noise.
Watch Adam Lambert Harmonizing With Queen Backstage
Clip from ‘The Show Must Go On’ documentary compares current warm-up tradition with the Freddie Mercury era.
‘Rocketman’ Sex Scene Is ‘Electric,’ Says Taron Egerton
Elton John biopic star explains artistic intention behind scene that could give movie R-rating.
Toto Announce U.S. Fall Tour
Final dates listed for '40 Trips Around the Sun' road trip that’s lasted two years.
Mark Knopfler Kicks Off World Tour: Videos, Set List
Action from the former Dire Straits leader’s show in Barcelona, Spain, as road trip begins for ‘Down the Road Wherever’ album.
Will Queen Ever Make an Album With Adam Lambert?
With the British icons enjoying a purple period, and their relationship with young singer charted in new documentary, the question of studio work remains.
Asia’s Problems With ‘Heat of the Moment’ Success
Keyboardist Geoff Downes recalls how early achievement made them feel like they were a “gravy train” for others.
How Hit Single ‘Love Bites’ Scared Def Leppard
Phil Collen recalls concerns that they didn’t know how to play their only No.1 single live.
How Freddie Mercury’s Loved Ones Share ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Income
Disposal details of Queen icon’s will means sister Kashmira Bulsara and best friend Mary Austin receive millions.
That Time Michael McDonald Thought He’d Doomed the Doobie Brothers
A friend’s frank criticism of 1978 album ‘Minute by Minute’ sent singer into spiral of self-doubt.