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
Foreigner Announces First Socially Distant Concerts for 2021
Shows will take place at outdoor venue built for events in COVID-19 era.
How Gene Simmons Recorded His 1978 Solo Album: Book Excerpt
Kiss bassist conducted sessions in England, New York and Los Angeles, bringing in Joe Perry and Rick Nielsen.
Paul McCartney Teases Documentary With Rick Rubin
The former Beatle releases a 96-second trailer for the black-and-white interview.
Watch AC/DC’s New ‘Demon Fire’ Video
Parts of the clip surfaced in a teaser the day before Halloween.
The Last Time John Lennon Saw His Beatles Bandmates
The Fab Four never reunited, but they'd rebuilt their friendships by the time of his death.
David Lee Roth Reveals Origins of Eddie Van Halen Tribute Song
Singer was inspired to write "Somewhere Over the Rainbow Bar and Grill" after walking past a bar.
The Beatles’ ‘Rubber Soul': A Track-by-Track Guide
A look at the 14 songs from the album where the Fab Four grew up.
How Van Halen Tightened Up Their Act for ‘Live Without a Net’
Band's first concert video was filmed during their '5150' tour with Sammy Hagar.
Mick Fleetwood’s Peter Green Tribute Concert Coming to Theaters
All-star salute to the Fleetwood Mac founder will be screened in March 2021.
Ted Nugent Rails Against Thanksgiving Gathering Restrictions
"There are dirty, rotten, soulless bastards in positions of power that are trying to tell us how we can celebrate Thanksgiving with our families."