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.

David Gilmour Blames Greed for Lack of Next Pink Floyd

He laments the loss of a “golden age” in the music business and shares his thoughts on the Oasis ticket fiasco.

Van Zant Return With Christian Album ‘Always Look Up’

Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Johnny and 38 Special’s Donnie release new single titled “There You Are.”

Is ‘SNL’ Movie’s Early Release a Sign of Producers’ Confidence?

Three-stage roll-out of ‘Saturday Night’ will begin two weeks before original scheduled launch.

Watch Jerry Cantrell’s New ‘Afterglow’ Video

Track appears on Alice in Chains guitarist’s upcoming solo album, featuring guest appearances by Metallica and Guns N’ Roses members plus others.

Sammy Hagar Explains Drummer Change on Van Halen Tribute Tour

Kenny Aronoff had one day’s notice when Jason Bonham had to bow out over mom’s stroke.

Brian May Recovering From ‘Scary’ Stroke That Affected His Arm

Queen guitarist briefly feared he’d never play again - but reports he’s on the mend now.

Skunk Baxter Helped Donna Summer’s ‘Hot Stuff’ Hit on $35 Guitar

Steely Dan cofounder says he nearly missed session for 1979 rock-disco crossover.

Dave Davies Hates AI Kinks Track, so Creator Deletes It

Fan apologizes for “Hop Skip Jump!” track then follows up by posting a real-life Kinks cover.

Oasis Say They’ll Cancel Tickets as Resale Prices Reach $8,000

Some buyers demand over 40 times the face value after first three-hour purchase window closes.

The ‘Weird Kind of Karma’ Connecting Andy Summers to Robert Fripp

Twelve previously unreleased tracks from their '80s collaboration will see the light of day next month.

Neil Young Says Crazy Horse Will Return, ‘God Willing’

He details reason behind canceling summer tour despite being warned about financial consequences.

Betting Firms Offer 4/1 Odds on Oasis Split During Reunion Tour

Gallagher brothers announce three additional U.K. stadium shows before any tickets go on sale as Super Bowl appearance is rumored.

Watch Kenny Aronoff Save the Day at Sammy Hagar’s Cincinnati Show

Hagar declared Aronoff "the man who saved the f----ing day" for taking Jason Bonham's drum seat on short notice.

How Steely Dan Helped Dave Navarro Start Playing Guitar Again

Jane’s Addiction guitarist says it helps to become disillusioned from time to time.

Watch Bryan Adams Perform His Version of Kiss’ ‘War Machine’

It's one of two songs Adams cowrote from Kiss' 1982 album 'Creatures of the Night.'

Watch Sammy Hagar Fight 114-Degree Heat in Arizona

Hagar braved extra-high temperatures on his summer tour's Phoenix show.

Pearl Jam Launches New ‘Dark Matter’ Tour Leg: Set List, Videos

Two Beatles-related covers highlighted a show dedicated to fans who left the hospital to attend.

Eddie and Alex Van Halen’s Last Song to Debut in Alex’s Audiobook

Track will be heard on audiobook version of ‘Brothers,’ read by Alex Van Halen himself.

New Device Brings ‘Smell-O-Vision’ Concept to Your Home Theater

Over 40 automatically released scents will be available when MovieScent goes on sale.

Tom Hamilton on Aerosmith’s Future: ‘We’ll Figure Out a Way’

Bassist wonders if the band knew deep inside that the end to live action was looming.