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.

Watch John Frusciante and Dave Navarro Play on Stage Together

Moment takes place during Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jane’s Addiction jam.

How Billy Idol’s Motorcycle Crash Killed His Movie Career

He could have been star of ’Terminator 2’ and ‘The Doors’ if he hadn’t mangled his leg.

Soundgarden Recall the Night Chris Cornell Died

Band and crew were traveling to next concert when they read of singer’s death online.

Josh Klinghoffer ‘Sad’ Over Scrapped Chili Peppers Album

Fired guitarist says he wasn’t happy with the two LPs he completed as a band member.

Universal Music Boss Promises ‘Transparency’ Over Masters Fire

Sir Lucian Grainge says management will “own” situation after artists were left with unanswered questions.

Rough Raconteurs Reunion Show Left Them ‘Exhilarated’

Jack White and Brendan Benson admit they can’t remember when they got back together.

Scott Walker Dead at 76

Walker Brothers singer went on to become influential experimental musician.

David Bowie’s First ‘Starman’ Demo Up For Auction

A friend of guitarist Mick Ronson marked this 1971 recording as “rehearsal tape,” then forgot he had it.

New Pretenders Album to Be Recorded This Year

Chrissie Hynde says rehearsals for 11th LP are beginning, while her Valve Bone Woe record will arrive in the summer.

The Prodigy’s Keith Flint Dead at 49

Electronic band fused elements of rock provided by frontman’s theatrics.