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.

George Lynch’s Miserable Month With Ozzy Osbourne

Guitarist spent "rough" weeks touring but never getting to play, before being fired in favor of Jake E. Lee in 1982.

John Mellencamp Plays ‘Watchtower’ – Then Bob Dylan Plays It Too

Check out performances that took place 90 minutes apart during Outlaw Music Festival Tour stop in Ohio.

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.