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.

Sammy Hagar Accuses Alex Van Halen of Committing ‘Blasphemy’

Drummer's new bio doesn't mention years with second Van Halen frontman.

Why Alex Van Halen Came to Regret Dismissing a Sammy Hagar Song

Drummer thought the track would bomb because it sounded like John Denver until he heard finished version on singer’s solo album.

Rob Reiner Reveals ‘Spinal Tap II’ Plot Points

Sequel to 1984 rockumentary follows the band’s reunion after they experience unexpected surge in social media interest.

Rick Wakeman Says Record Industry Can Be Easily Saved

Keyboard icon believes it wouldn’t take much effort to bring back the spirit of interaction.

Tony Iommi: Hard Rock Cafe Refuses to Return Guitar as Promised

Black Sabbath icon wanted early years instrument back but says corporation denied knowledge of buy-back deal.

Why David Lee Roth Told Eddie Van Halen to Play Fewer Solos

Alex Van Halen says singer’s out-of-control jealousy led to his departure from the band in 1985.

Motorhead Announces Book of Lemmy’s Doodles

Limited-edition collection of “inconsequential scribbles” limited to 500 copies.

Watch Journey Members Perform With ‘America’s Got Talent’ Winner

Richard Goodall takes 19th season prize, closing the finale with “Don’t Stop Believin’” featuring Neal Schon.

Skid Row Guitarist Says Reunion Could End Like Jane’s Addiction

Scotti Hill believes fans don’t understand what might be at risk if they tried to reconnect with Sebastian Bach after 28 years.

Neal Schon Says Avenged Sevenfold Sabotaged Journey’s Rio Set

Guitarist defends Arnel Pineda after singer’s offer to quit if a million fans agree.