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
The Two Films Elton John and Taron Egerton Did Before ‘Rocketman’
Even though musician and actor first met properly during the making of biopic, they’ve been linked together for years.
Why Elton John Sings ‘Crocodile Rock’ Two Years Early in ‘Rocketman’
Actor Taron Egerton and director Dexter Fletcher explain why movie is no “Wikipedia entry.”
Queen ‘Haven’t Earned a Penny’ from ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Guitarist Brian May rejects speculation on how much band have made from billion-dollar movie.
Billy Joel’s Neighbors Want to Ban His Helicopter
Residents of exclusive Long Island community object to aircraft noise.
Adam Lambert’s Message to His Queen Critics
Singer is happy to “call it out” in response to the fact that he’s not Freddie Mercury.
The Show Must Go On: The Queen and Adam Lambert Journey
It’s nearly a decade since young American singer was thrown together with Brian May and Roger Taylor, breathing new life into Freddie Mercury’s material.
Adam Lambert Bringing Queen Music Back to ‘American Idol’
Singer will mentor contestants 10 years after his life-changing experience on talent show.
‘Rocketman’ Director Dexter Fletcher’s Last Job? Saving ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
When Bryan Singer was fired from Queen biopic, producers turned to man they’d dismissed years earlier to finish the job.
Michael Jackson to Remain in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Representative cites his “significant impact” on music despite allegations of abuse made in ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary.
Jerry Lee Lewis ‘Expected to Fully Recover’ From Stroke
Veteran plans return to work after being moved from hospital to rehabilitiation center.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Editor Responds to Oscar Criticism
John Ottman admits he hates sequence that caused complaints with 60 cuts in two minutes.
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.