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
Beatles Breakup Document Expected to Sell for $500,000
The 1974 paperwork that released them from their recording obligations is signed by all four members.
When Elton John Auctioned Everything So He Could Start Again
Shopping-mad star wanted a reset amid the collapse of his first marriage and a wayward career.
Mick Mars Outlines Solo Album ‘Another Side of Mars’
One song appears to be about his feud with former Motley Crue colleagues.
Could Keith Moon and George Harrison Have Saved ’Yellowbeard’?
Production problems robbed ambitious Monty Python-linked film of some driving forces.
35 Years Ago: Elton John Reboots Himself With ‘Reg Strikes Back’
Preceding 'Leather Jackets' was by his own admission one of his worst records – if not the worst.
Why Black Sabbath Nearly Discarded Their Classic Song ‘Paranoid’
Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler initially refused to try out Tony Iommi’s "filler" idea.
Paul Simon Sells Stake in His Simon and Garfunkel Rights
BMG agrees to significant deal after he previously sold his solo catalog.
Rage Against the Machine Leads Boycott of Venues Using Spy Tech
Tom Morello and Zack de la Rocha among 100 artists describing facial recognition systems as "morally corrupt."
How James Hetfield’s Car Passion Powered Metallica’s ‘Fuel’
Frontman was content to let the engines do the talking in one of the strongest songs from 'Load'/'Reload' era.
Brian May Compares ‘Star Fleet Project’ to Having an Affair
Queen guitarist recalls conversation when he, Eddie Van Halen and others gathered in studio for first time.