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.

Nirvana Producer Recalls $100,000 Gamble Over ‘In Utero’

Steve Albini said he’d waive his fee for producing album if a band member beat him at pool.

Dave Grohl’s Teenage Christmas on Mushrooms

He says releasing a Foo Fighters holiday single would signal their split.

Save Our Stages: $15 Billion COVID Rescue Package for Live Venues

Senate minority leader hails “fighting chance” offered as part of $900 billion relief plan.

Dave Grohl Recorded New Foo Fighters Vocals in Bathroom

He sang beside toilet in “funky old house” the band converted into a studio for ‘Medicine at Midnight.’

Stone Gossard Could Write 50 Songs a Year for Pearl Jam

But guitarist says frontman Eddie Vedder’s creative process makes it impossible.

Watch Foo Fighters Watching Their Own History

‘Times Like Those’ documentary shows Dave Grohl’s band marking 25th anniversary by looking back.

Is New Foo Fighters Album Called ‘Medicine at Midnight’?

Dave Grohl’s band continue teasing fans ahead of ‘SNL’ appearance.

How Darrell Hammond’s Sean Connery Became Unlikely ‘SNL’ Success

Comedian says foul-mouthed impersonation of late actor was the “most popular thing” of his career.

Renowned Groupie Says ‘Almost Famous’ Ruined Her Own Movie Plans

Pamela Des Barres says Cameron Crowe’s film made it impossible to make her own.

Chris Cornell Tribute Show ‘Awkward’ for Soundgarden

Guitarist Kim Thayil still glad that they regrouped after singer’s death.