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
Guns N’ Roses Were Detained at the Canadian Border for Gun Possession
A gun belonging to a member of Guns N' Roses' crew caused the band to detained when they crossed the border.
Heart, Joan Jett and Cheap Trick Kick Off ‘Rock Hall Three for All’ Tour – Videos, Set Lists
One of the most eagerly awaited tours of the summer began on Thursday (July 14) in Clarkston, Mich.
Ozzy Osbourne Has a Cameo in ‘Ghostbusters’
Because who better to tackle ghosts than the Prince of Darkness?
Mick Jagger Is Reportedly Going to Be a Father Again
Melanie Hamrick, Mick Jagger's 29-year-old girlfriend, is reportedly pregnant.
30 Years Ago: R.E.M. Display Their New Sound With ‘Fall on Me’
R.E.M. released "Fall on Me," the lead single from 'Lifes Rich Pageant,' on July 14, 1986.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Confused With Metallica at Belarus Airport
Flea posted a picture of himself signing Metallica memorabilia for customs officials.
Now It’s Richie Sambora’s Turn to Sing ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ at a Wedding
Only a few days after footage of Jon Bon Jovi singing "Livin' on a Prayer" at a wedding became a viral sensation, his former partner is seen doing the same.
Joe Perry Stable After Collapsing, Being Hospitalized Mid-Concert
The Aerosmith guitarist was performing with his Alice Cooper-fronted side project, the Hollywood Vampires.
Watch the Schuyler Sisters of ‘Hamilton’ Sing Billy Joel’s ‘The Longest Time’
The three principle female characters of the Broadway smash harmonize on Billy Joel's doo-wop hit.
Blink-182’s ‘Brohemian Rhapsody’ Video Stars Mumford and Sons Pretending to Be Blink-182
The English folkies poke fun at themselves in the Southern California punk band's new video.
25 Years Ago: U2 Polarizes Their Audience With ‘Zooropa’
'Zooropa' couldn't have been more different than U2's anthemic post-punk of their '80s work or the moody introspection of its brilliant predecessor.
Daryl Hall’s Restaurant Catches Fire
Early this morning (July 4), a two-alarm fire struck Daryl's House, the Pawling, N.Y., restaurant and music club owned by Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates.