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
Kobe Bryant’s Final Game Breaks Led Zeppelin’s Record for Merchandise Sales
The last game by the NBA star was a hit at the concession stands.
Why the Doobie Brothers’ Comeback Fell Flat on ‘Brotherhood’
The goal was to show the world that they were a contemporary band with more to offer than just nostalgia.
Joe Perry Says Aerosmith Hasn’t Decided to Say Goodbye in 2017
Joe Perry downplayed talk that Aerosmith would be calling it quits next year.
Guns N’ Roses Las Vegas Night Two Report: Sebastian Bach, ‘Don’t Cry’ + More
Guns N' Roses made a few changes to the setlist for their show at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Queen’s Brian May Calls Sacha Baron Cohen an ‘Arse’
The Queen guitarist called out Cohen for telling "untruths" about their fallout over the Freddie Mercury biopic.
UPDATED: Vince Neil Charged With Battery in Las Vegas
Neil allegedly pulled a woman's hair on Thursday (April 7).
N.W.A. Responds to Gene Simmons, Robert Lamm Talks Peter Cetera’s Absence at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
It wouldn't be a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony without some memorable quotes, both onstage and off.
AC/DC’s ‘Thunderstruck’ Used in Cancer Treatment
A team of researchers in Australia have found that playing AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" during chemotherapy has improved the efficiency of the drug.
Meet Melissa Reese, Guns N’ Roses’ New Keyboard Player
Guns N' Roses unveiled a new keyboard player, Melissa Reese, at their warm-up show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles last night (April 1).
Rush Unveil Lyric Video for ‘2112: Overture’
In honor of the 40th anniversary of '2112,' Rush have created a video for the first part of the suite that opens the album.
Why Are Guns N’ Roses Calling It the ‘Not in This Lifetime…’ Tour?
Guns N' Roses have named their new tour after a quote by Axl Rose about the possibility of a reunion.
Sammy Hagar and James Hetfield to Play 2016 ‘Acoustic-4-A-Cure’ Concert
For the third year in a row, Sammy Hagar and Metallica's James Hetfield will turn out and tune down for UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital.