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
Top 12 George Martin Beatles Contributions
Of all the people who claimed to be the fifth member of the Beatles (and there were plenty), perhaps none earned that title as much as George Martin.
Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Not-So-Silent History With Hearing Loss
Ultimate Classic Rock looks at how stars like Pete Townshend and Lars Ulrich have coped with hearing problems brought about by exposure to loud music.
Alex Lifeson Says Rush’s R40 Tour Was the ‘End of Touring’ for Neil Peart
Rush's guitarist says that it was difficult to get drummer Neil Peart out on the road for last year's R40 tour.
Sacha Baron Cohen Expands on Reasons for Leaving Freddie Mercury Biopic
The actor goes into more details on the creative differences that caused him to quit the movie about the late Queen singer a few years ago.
Did Supertramp’s ‘Breakfast in America’ Cover Art Predict 9/11?
History is littered with albums whose artwork has been scrutinized for hidden meanings. This is one of the weirder examples.
Graham Nash Says Crosby, Stills & Nash Are Done
Graham Nash says that he is tired of being treated badly by David Crosby.
Santana Discuss Making of ‘Santana IV’
The original Santana band will also perform a special concert for television and DVD airing.
Elton John to Stream Free Concert Today
Elton John will perform a free concert on the Sunset Strip today (Feb. 27) that will be streamed on the internet.
Are Bad Company and Joe Walsh Planning a Summer 2016 Tour?
The two acts have one date booked together, although only Walsh has confirmed it.
Jimmy Page Says He Had Never Heard Spirit Song in ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Lawsuit
Jimmy Page defended himself against charges that he had stolen the introduction of 'Stairway to Heaven' from Spirit's "Taurus."
Watch Michael Anthony Sing Van Halen Songs With Warrant’s Robert Mason
A concert by a Los Angeles DJ gave Michael Anthony a chance to sing some songs by his former band.
Whitesnake Announce 2016 Greatest Hits Tour
Whitesnake will tour the world beginning in June 2016.