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
‘Prince, Prince, Prince, Prince’ – Adam Lambert’s Inspiration for New EP
Singer says ‘Velvet: Side A’ wasn’t just influenced by Queen.
How Eddie Money Risked Broken Arms to Cast Apollonia in ‘Shakin”
‘Purple Rain’ actress appeared in Money’s “Shakin’” video two years before 'Purple Rain.'
Listen to Prince’s ‘Versace Experience’ Cassette
Limited-edition 1995 release now available on vinyl.
Watch Sinead O’Connor Return to ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’
She explains why she “parked” Prince song during Irish TV appearance.
Prince’s Press Adversary CJ Leaves Her ‘Star Tribune’ Post
Cheryl Johnson, the inspiration behind “Billy Jack Bitch,” was a gossip columnist at the Star Tribune for 30 years.
What Prince Hoped to Achieve With His Memoir
‘The Beautiful Ones’ co-author recalls being told it “should be a handbook for the brilliant community.”
Prince Estate Confirms ‘1999’ Deluxe Reissue Coming Soon
Contract to run Paisley Park returns to family as previous deal ends.
The Story of Prince’s Unique First Record Contract
Manager’s trick created a bidding war that meant he could call the shots - but label didn’t have anything to complain about.
The Frantic History of Prince’s Last Guitar
He took it onstage for his last public appearance, but was never seen playing the custom instrument that had lain unwanted for 9 years.
After Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ Prince Movie Is in the Works
Song rights acquired in bid to emulate success of Freddie Mercury story, though it won’t be a biopic.