Martin Kielty

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.

The Hollies Sue Radiohead in the Movie ‘Heretic’ – But Did They?

Horror movie references legal dispute over “Creep” and “The Air That I Breathe” and a coda that dragged Lana Del Rey in too.

Brian May Recalls Early ‘Unnerving’ Moments With Freddie Mercury

Guitarist says people didn’t like the singer, and the singer didn’t like his own voice, as he explains how band pushed each other in the studio.

When Alex Van Halen’s Arm Caught Fire, but Roadie Wouldn’t Help

Drummer’s onstage mishap is one reason he and brother Eddie didn’t like ‘This Is Spinal Tap.’

See Bruce Springsteen Meet Jeremy Allen White on Biopic Set

Pictures show pair embracing after actor had explained why he didn’t want to meet the Boss too soon.

Prince’s Sister Tyka Nelson Dead at 64

His only full sibling had reported she was writing a memoir after retiring from music.

Quincy Jones Dead at 91

Musician and producer, best known for Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ passes away peacefully.

Jon Bon Jovi Discusses Helping Distressed Woman Off a Bridge

He came upon her as she was seemingly about to jump into a Nashville river.

Tony Iommi: Hard Rock Cafe Refuses to Return Guitar as Promised

Black Sabbath icon wanted early years instrument back but says corporation denied knowledge of buy-back deal.

Mariah Carey Upset Her Lawyer Is in Rock Hall but She Isn’t

Singer – annoyed by having just two Grammys – was excited over Rock Hall prospects two years after the representative was honored.

How Bruce Springsteen Dealt With Drugs in the E Street Band

He’s proud of how his bandmates have survived in the “death cult” of the music industry, but it hasn’t been easy.

Bruce Springsteen: ‘I’m Not a Billionaire’

He rejects the recent report that he crossed the 10-figure boundary – although he admits he’d love it to be true.

Joe Walsh’s VetsAid 2024 Canceled – But Charities Will Still Benefit

Joe Walsh admits disappointment over Nov. 11 call-off due to reasons beyond control.