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.

Jake E. Lee Says He’s Lucky Bullet Missed His Spine

Guitarist reveals how close he came to potential paralysis during late-night shooting.

Judge Warns Kiss of ‘Serious Risk’ in Fired Wig Roadie Lawsuit

Band warned it could be hit in “deep, deep pockets” if it loses mistreatment case.

Listen to Slash and Duff McKagan’s New Single ‘I Can Breathe’

Guns N’ Roses members team up with Gibson Guitars boss and Serj Tankian for mental illness fund.

Lost Beatles Breakup Legal Papers Show ‘Panic in the Room’

Documents up for auction detail lawyers' doubts, with one suggesting it would be easier if band just retired.

How U2 Refused to Trust Their Instincts to Deliver ‘Vertigo’

Bono recalls how band’s 2004 rock anthem had been destined to become a song without “unstable chemistry.”

Geezer Butler Enjoyed Being Briefly Fired by Black Sabbath

Bassist says drug-fuelled 1977 move gave him the best two weeks he’d had in years.

Jake E. Lee Says Shooter Was Aiming At His Dog

Guitarist shares more details of late-night assault in the spirit of Thanksgiving.

Could U2’s Next Album Feature Folk Music?

The Edge says work is underway with Brian Eno containing a sci-fi element, as Larry Mullen returns to the band.

Blues Image Frontman Mike Pinera Dead at 76

Singer and guitarist co-wrote band’s 1970 hit “Ride Captain Ride” before joining Iron Butterfly then Alice Cooper.

Yes’ Steve Howe Issues Strong Denial of Copyright Infringement

Guitarist says 2021 song at center of lawsuit began to take shape in 1973, and provides evidence that he says supports his position.