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
Watch New Clip From Beatles-Themed Movie ‘Yesterday’
Teaser shows Himesh Patel performing title track in a world where no one has heard of the Fab Four.
Billy Joel’s Neighbors Want to Ban His Helicopter
Residents of exclusive Long Island community object to aircraft noise.
Most Requested Funeral Songs List Topped by Queen, Led Zeppelin
‘Stairway to Heaven’ is most popular choice at final ceremonies, with Freddie Mercury’s band featuring four times.
Woodstock 50 Cancelation ‘Just More Rumors’ Says Founder
Michael Lang offers no reason why ticket sales have been put on hold.
How Stevie Nicks Learned to ’Stuff’ Poetry Into Songs
Joni Mitchell and Crosby, Stills and Nash albums provided early influence.
When Jerry Lee Lewis Was Accused of Planning to Shoot Elvis Presley
Attempted final meeting between two old friends went spectacularly wrong in 1976.
Jeff Lynne Wrote ELO’s First Hit to Prove a Point to His Dad
Band leader recalls criticism that led to the creation of “Can’t Get It Out of My Head.”
Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Kofi Burbridge Dead at 57
Keyboardist and flautist passes after illness forced absence from current tour.
Weezer Cover Black Sabbath, ELO, Toto and More on Surprise ‘Teal Album’
Ten-track LP arrives without warning ahead of ‘Black Album.’
2018’s Coolest Rock Stories
The best examples of class and character from stars and fans during the past year.
Woodstock’s 50th Anniversary to Be Marked With Dove Sculptures
Artists will be commissioned to decorate statues in '60s style.
Hear Two New Songs From Jack White’s Raconteurs
“Sunday Driver” and “Now That You’re Gone” are first releases in 10 years.