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.

Eddie Van Halen Made Gene Simmons Want to Be a Better Person

Kiss member recalls meeting his old friend for the final time.

Lars Ulrich’s Struggle With Opening Up Metallica Writing Process

James Hetfield says he wanted to involve the whole band, and drummer eventually saw his point.

John 5 Reveals Hardest Part of Joining Motley Crue

Guitarist worries he’s damaged his friendship with Rob Zombie by leaving his band.

When Dave Lombardo Recorded a Drum Track Surrounded by Bees

Slayer icon worried that insects would think he was trying to swat them instead of playing his kit.

Stephen Pearcy Says ’80s Acts Should ‘Give Respect’ to Each Other

Ratt singer also weighs in on Motley Crue's split with Mick Mars.

Iron Maiden Reveal New Trooper Beer for 10th Anniversary

Strong stout marks 35 million pints sold and 23 brewing awards won since 2013.

Michael Anthony Confirms Movement on Van Halen Archive Material

He says there's a plan in place for release of unheard music, starting with Sammy Hagar era.

Sammy Hagar Says He Multiplied David Lee Roth’s Income by Six

Red Rocker claims their co-headlining tour earned Diamond Dave a massive pay increase.

Black Keys Worked With Beck and Noel Gallagher on ‘Epic’ New Album

Patrick Carney calls it their "best record for sure."

Cher Reveals Official Biopic Is Under Production

Report suggests movie will follow format of Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody.’

Why Motley Crue Keep Away From Tommy Lee Backstage

Drummer says Vince Neil and Mick Mars don’t like the music in his dressing room and won’t like his new solo album.

Jon Bon Jovi Wishes Richie Sambora ‘Had His Life Together’

But singer argues there’s an upside to his old friend’s absence from Bon Jovi.