Martin Kielty

Glasgow

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Television Reporter at STV News (Glasgow and West)

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Zak Starkey Says the Who Double Firing Lost Him Oasis Role

1 week ago | ultimateclassicrock.com | Martin Kielty

Anna Kurth / John Gichigi, Getty ImagesSHARETWEETZak Starkey said his commitment to the Who meant he refused to be part of the Oasis reunion – only to wind up without either position. The son of Ringo Starr was fired by the Who in April after vocalist Roger Daltrey was unhappy with his performance of “The Song Is Over” at a show in London. He was reinstated shortly afterwards, with Pete Townshend saying there had been a communication breakdown.
The Who’s Roger Daltrey Knighted by King Charles III

2 weeks ago | krforadio.com | Martin Kielty
The Who’s Roger Daltrey Knighted by King Charles III

2 weeks ago | ultimateclassicrock.com | Martin Kielty

Ethan Miller / Chris Jackson, Getty ImagesSHARETWEETKing Charles III has bestowed the honor of knighthood on the Who singer Roger Daltrey. He’ll become Sir Roger after being recognized for his services to music and charity, referring to his patronage of the U.K.’s Teenage Cancer Trust. He’s been overseeing its annual fundraising concert series at the Royal Albert Hall since 2000.
The Who’s Roger Daltrey Knighted by King Charles III

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Martin Kielty

2 hours agoWASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has long bet that he can scare allies into submission — a gamble that is increasingly being tested ahead of the Group of Seven summit beginning Monday in Canada. He’s threatened stiff tariffs in the belief that other nations would crumple. He’s mused about …
Vivian Campbell Hopes He Can Buy His Stem Call Donor a Beer

2 weeks ago | drgnews.com | Martin Kielty

Def Leppard guitarist is in complete cancer remission after 12 years, following failed surgery and loss of previously planned donor. Continue reading…
Vivian Campbell Hopes He Can Buy His Stem Call Donor a Beer

2 weeks ago | ultimateclassicrock.com | Martin Kielty

David Becker, Getty ImagesSHARETWEETVivian Campbell said he’d buy his stem cell donor a beer or three after confirming his cancer was in complete remission for the first time since his diagnosis in 2013. The Def Leppard guitarist said he’d endured a difficult time in his battle against Hodgkin’s lymphoma after a transplant of his own stem cells failed to work, and a previously-planned donor didn’t work out.
Vivian Campbell Hopes He Can Buy His Stem Call Donor a Beer

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Martin Kielty

2 days agoBad news for Just For Men. Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: A study links graying hair to stem cells getting stuck, unable to color new hair growth. • Stem cells travel back and forth within compartments, but when they get stuck in one compartment, they cannot regenerate into pigment …
Pepe Willie, Mentor Who Saved Prince’s Career, Dead at 76

3 weeks ago | drgnews.com | Martin Kielty

Key player in the Minneapolis music scene said he “never took a dime” from the star. Continue reading…
Pepe Willie, Mentor Who Saved Prince’s Career, Dead at 76

3 weeks ago | ultimateclassicrock.com | Martin Kielty

YouTube / Mr. Nelson on the North SideSHARETWEETPepé Willie, who played a key role in securing Prince’s early career, died at the age of 76 on May 31 after a cancer battle, it was confirmed. Willie had been an important part of the Minneapolis music scene since moving there from New York in the '70s, and had established a reputation as the go-to guy for anyone who needed career advice or support.
Watch the Original Alice Cooper Group’s New ‘Wild Ones’ Video

3 weeks ago | drgnews.com | Martin Kielty

It’s the second track from reunion album ‘The Revenge of Alice Cooper,’ which arrives in July , 52 years after their last LP. Continue reading…