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
COVID-19 Roundup: Paul McCartney and Elton John Lead TV Special
'One World' show features more big names, as Tony Iommi, Paul Stanley, Sammy Hagar, Paul Simon and others respond to pandemic.
New COVID-19 At-Home Performances: Joan Jett, Michael McDonald
Ritchie Blackmore also among latest artists to join lockdown workaround amid coronavirus restrictions.
Lockdown Sends Album Sales to All-Time Low But Vinyl Stays Strong
Coronavirus restrictions give rise to estimated smallest retail week since LP format began.
The Knack Give in, Change ‘My Sharona’ to ‘Bye, Corona’
Guitarists Bert Averre and Prescott Niles post virus-themed cover “because apparently there aren’t enough of them.”
Elton John Hopes Coronavirus Will Make Him Less Selfish
He talks up “silver lining” during lockdown, while Stevie Nicks and Radiohead respond to pandemic.
Billy Joel Classic Revamped for Coronavirus Era
Fans add lines to “We Didn’t Start the Fire” to reflect latest world events.
Watch Queen Reenact Live Aid Set at Fire Fight Australia
Adam Lambert leads band through the 22-minute show Freddie Mercury helmed in 1985.
Huey Lewis Reveals His Two Biggest ‘80s Regrets
He rejected Coca-Cola deal worth millions and refused to record a song Bob Dylan sent him.
Watch Jon Bon Jovi Guest With Billy Joel
Singer joins Piano Man for “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me” and “Big Shot” at Madison Square Garden.
Ozzy Osbourne Thanks Fans for Parkinson’s Disease Support
Stricken singer says goodwill “means the world” to him after revealing diagnosis.