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
Did Paul McCartney Stretch the Truth About ‘Live and Let Die’?
Researchers looked into his long-held claim that producers wanted someone else for the James Bond theme.
Watch Eagles’ First-Ever Official YouTube Videos
Eight remastered clips have arrived, years after circulation of bootleg versions.
Slash Reveals Truth Behind ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ Creation Myth
Late-breaking single eventually became Guns N' Roses' only chart-topping hit.
What Peter Frampton Should Have Done After ‘Frampton Comes Alive!’
He now knows how he could have got out of feeling “constipated” by success.
Blondie’s Close Call with Gun-Toting Phil Spector
Notorious producer put .45 to Debbie Harry’s leg and shouted: “Bang! Bang!”
How Prince Creeped Out Toto’s Steve Lukather
They had a trio of amusing encounters over three decades – but never a conversation.
Peter Frampton Says Publishing Rights Deal Preserves His Legacy
Agreement with BMG took almost three years to complete.
How the Beatles Inspired New ‘Satanic Panic’ Conspiracy Theories
Their infamous "butcher" cover has something to do with it.
Dolly Parton to Cover Prince, Rolling Stones on Rock Album
The singer offered a few more hints about the contents of ‘Rock Star,’ arriving next year with guest appearances.
Sammy Hagar Reflects on ‘MTV Effect’ Around ‘Three Lock Box’
Burgeoning music channel brought more success — and complications — for the Red Rocker.