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
Tom Petty Given Posthumous Degree from Hometown University
He never attended the University of Florida - but was once a groundskeeper there.
Cop Who Ended Beatles’ Final Show Still Happy With His Conduct
As the performance ended, Ringo Starr joked, "Don't put the handcuffs on me!"
When Eric Clapton Felt ‘Insulted’ by Eddie Van Halen, Brian May
They hoped Slowhand would enjoy his ’Star Fleet Project’ dedication - but he didn’t.
Elton John Postpones Farewell Tour Dates for Hip Surgery
Yellow Brick Road shows moved from 2021 to 2023.
David Bowie Guitarist John Hutchinson Dead
He appeared on first demo of "Space Oddity" and later played on ‘Aladdin Sane’ tour.
Sebastian Bach Responds to Death of Johnny Solinger
Former Skid Row singer sends condolences, adding that news coverage gave him an “awkward” moment.
David Crosby Losing Ability to Play Guitar
Singer-songwriter thinks he has about a year of performing left: “People get old and die. That’s how it works.”
Angry Roger Waters Rejected ‘Huge’ Deal From Facebook
He calls Mark Zuckerberg an idiot after request to use “Another Brick in the Wall Part II” in social media promotional film.
Robert Plant Will Allow Unheard Music to be Released After Death
Led Zeppelin legend “itemized” his archive during lockdown, including an unread letter about family feud over his career choice.
New ZZ Top Album Underway, Says Billy Gibbons
Frontman predicts LP might be released at the end of this year.
Rock Hall Boss Says Angry Fans ‘Need to Expand Their Thinking’
Greg Harris claims people who don’t think hip-hop is rock ’n’ roll must realize “that ship has sailed” after Jay-Z wins induction and Iron Maiden don’t.
Kiss Manager Credits Success to ‘Four Chords and Bad Lyrics’
Doc McGhee also predicts Ace Frehley will “show up” before farewell tour ends.