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
Paul Simon to Return to Performing at Outside Lands Festival
Legend will play San Francisco fest this summer, a year after concluding farewell tour.
Watch Steve Perry’s Old-School Video for ‘We’re Still Here’
Former Journey singer cruises Los Angeles streets in new video.
The Stories Behind the Non-Motley Crue Songs in ‘The Dirt’
A look at the songs not performed by the band heard in the biopic.
Duff McKagan Announces ‘Tenderness’ Album and Tour Dates
Guns N' Roses bassist previews upcoming LP with new song "Chip Away."
’69 Vets Highlight Confirmed Woodstock 50 Lineup
Santana, John Fogerty and David Crosby, all of whom played the original Woodstock, will perform at this summer's 50th anniversary event.
Jeff Lynne’s ELO Pick Dhani Harrison as Summer Tour Opener
George Harrison's son will serve as the opening act for all dates on band's summer North American tour.
How Mick Mars Has Lived With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Mick Mars has lived with ankylosing spondylitis, a rare form of arthritis, since he was 19.
Rock Star Whiskeys
Since the beginning of the craft whiskey boom of the early-to-mid '10s, a handful of rockers have partnered with distilleries to launch their own line of the spirit.
Listen to Motley Crue’s Cover of Madonna’s ‘Like a Virgin’
Motley Crue's cover of Madonna's 'Like a Virgin' has arrived.
40 Years Ago: ‘Hair’ Makes Controversial Move From Broadway to Screen
Milos Forman's adaptation of the hit Broadway musical about a tribe of hippies opened in theaters on March 14, 1979.
Black Keys Announce 2019 North American ‘Let’s Rock’ Tour
Band will play 31 shows in North America this fall.
Live Tracks Spice Up New Rolling Stones ‘Honk’ Compilation
Album covers post-'Sticky Fingers' period, with some tracks recorded during recent tours.