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
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.
Listen to Bon Jovi’s New Benefit-Song Version of ‘Unbroken’
Band teams up with Prince Harry and Invictus Games Choir to aid wounded soldiers.
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.
Foo Fighters Not Allowed to Prove Their Studio Was Haunted
Dave Grohl had to sign nondisclosure agreement after recording ghostly happenings in California mansion.
Help Jon Bon Jovi Write Coronavirus Song
He asks for contributions to develop idea he came up with while working in his community kitchen.
Watch Italian Play ‘We Will Rock You’ During Coronavirus Lockdown
He performs guitar solo from Queen classic to entertain housebound Romans.
Billy Joel Classic Revamped for Coronavirus Era
Fans add lines to “We Didn’t Start the Fire” to reflect latest world events.
Live Aid Couldn’t Happen Today, Says Bob Geldof
Global event figurehead believes the internet has changed personal interaction too much.
Foo Fighters Complete 10th Album
Dave Grohl says he’s “so f---ing proud” of ‘Concrete and Gold’ follow-up.