Dave Lifton, who writes for both Ultimate Classic Rock and Diffuser, is a podcaster and author of several books. A native of New York, he now lives in Chicago, where he's usually staring out at Lake Michigan from his apartment or getting into arguments with Bears fans. Also, he likes Bruce Springsteen and pulled pork sandwiches.
Dave Lifton
Listen to Sammy Hagar’s New Song, ‘Can’t Hang’
Tune was inspired by John Bonham's drumming on "When the Levee Breaks."
Stevie Nicks Flu Forces Fleetwood Mac Tour Postponement
Band reschedules most of the remaining dates on current North American run.
Slash Says a Guns N’ Roses Biopic ‘Doesn’t Even Seem Possible’
Guitarist rules out interest in a band biopic.
ZZ Top Announce 50th Anniversary Tour
Band will spend two months playing dates across the U.S. in celebration of its golden anniversary.
Watch Def Leppard, Brian May + More Play ‘All the Young Dudes’ at Rock Hall Ceremony
Def Leppard closed out the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony with a cover of Mott the Hoople's "All the Young Dudes" featuring Ian Hunter and many of the evening's participants.
Nikki Sixx Says the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Has Blackballed Motley Crue
Motley Crue's bassist said that he's been told that their past behavior is keeping them out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Eric Clapton, Joe Walsh, Billy Gibbons to Play 2019 Crossroads Guitar Festival
Jeff Beck, Buddy Guy and more guitar greats will also perform at fifth installment of Clapton's fest.
The Police Are Getting Their Own Funko Pop! Figures
Sting, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland will soon be replicated in company's distinctive style.
Here’s What’s Cut in the Chinese Version of Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
More than two minutes of footage pertaining to Freddie Mercury's sexual orientation were removed.
Vans to Release David Bowie-Themed Sneakers
Shoes are based on artwork related to four classic albums.
Listen to Motley Crue’s Cover of Madonna’s ‘Like a Virgin’
Motley Crue's cover of Madonna's 'Like a Virgin' has arrived.
Nick Mason Is ‘Tired of Waiting’ for Pink Floyd to Reunite
Band's drummer discusses reasons for forming new group to play early material.