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.
Why Prince’s First Recording Session Didn’t Wow His Engineer
The second time they worked together, however, was a different story.
Watch Elton John Receive Surprise Medal From President Biden
He’s reduced to tears as he’s presented with National Humanties Medal for his AIDS work.
40 Years Ago: Why Pat Benatar Had to Fight for ‘Shadows of the Night’
She battled with record label and bandmates to make a hit out of abandoned song.
Stevie Nicks Covers Buffalo Springfield’s ‘For What It’s Worth’
She says she always wanted to explore Stephen Stills' legendary protest song.
Elvis Costello Details His 200-Song Residency With a Poem
Ten-night stand takes place in New York in February 2023.
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.
Why There’s Not Much Chance of New Eagles Music
Timothy B. Schmit points to disappointing reaction to 'Long Road Out of Eden' songs on tour.
How the Go-Go’s Antics Got Their Roadie Kicked Out of Hotels
“World's first female roadie” recalls struggle of working with all-girl band in the '80s.