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
The Wall Built to Keep Sammy Hagar and David Lee Roth Apart
Backstage barricade was production staff's solution to breakdown in relations during Van Halen singers' Sam and Dave tour.
Hear David Lee Roth’s Cover of Van Halen’s ‘Dance the Night Away’
It’s the latest arrival from 14 tracks he recorded live with his band in May.
Sammy Hagar’s Producer Talked Him Out of Americana Album
Dave Cobb steered the singer away from an acoustic record to make 'Crazy Times' with Van Halen feel.
Ozzy Osbourne Didn’t Want to Make ‘All-Star’ Album
He says guest-list records like 'Patient Number 9' can lose musical spirit.
What If David Bowie Had Stayed as Ziggy Stardust?
'Moonage Daydream' filmmaker Brett Morgen discusses "dive bar" movie he originally wanted to make.
Ex Guns N’ Roses Manager Took on Don Henley in Contract Gamble
Alan Niven recalls political ploy to secure better deal for 'Use Your Illusion' release.
Ozzy Osbourne Has More Songs Featuring Taylor Hawkins
Unheard tracks with late Foo Fighters drummer will appear at some point, says producer Andrew Watt.
Star Wars ‘Han Shot First’ Blaster Sells for More Than $1 Million
Prop from 1977 movie was only expected to reach half that price at auction.
Metallica Classic Tops Misheard Lyrics List
'Enter Sandman' line is most misunderstood, while Americans struggle most with Mick Jagger's voice.
Wolfgang Van Halen Covers Van Halen at Taylor Hawkins Tribute
He blazed through furious renditions of "On Fire" and "Hot for Teacher" with help from the Darkness' Justin Hawkins.