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
AC/DC’s Phil Rudd Has Sold His Waterfront Mansion for $2.7 Million
The New Zealand house where AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd served an eight-month home detention sentence has been sold.
Foreigner, Def Leppard and Judas Priest Top 2018 ‘Hardest Touring’ List
New study determines acts based on number of shows played and miles traveled.
‘The Black Album’ Throughout History: Metallica, Spinal Tap and 30 More
Ever since the Beatles released the White Album, artists around the world have looked to the opposite end of the color spectrum to name their records.
Ace Frehley Says All Americans ‘Should Get Behind’ Donald Trump
The former Kiss guitarist believes everyone ought to support the president, regardless of party.
Stevie Nicks Wishes Tom Petty and Prince Could Attend Her Rock Hall Induction
As Stevie Nicks is celebrating her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, she's also thinking of a pair of friends that have departed in recent years, Tom Petty and Prince.
Why Radiohead Might Not Attend Their Hall of Fame Ceremony
They were on the ballot last year as well, and showed no small degree of apathy toward the nomination.
David Lee Roth Hints That Van Halen’s Return Is ‘Around the Corner’
David Lee Roth spoke about the probability of Van Halen performing again in the summer of 2019.
Stevie Nicks Calls Rock Hall Vote a ‘Glorious Feeling’
She issued statement after hearing she'll be inducted next year.
Def Leppard on Rock Hall Induction: ‘It’s a Good Club to Be In’
Veteran British hard rock band issues statement regarding their big Rock Hall news.
Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks and Zombies Lead List of 2019 Rock Hall Inductees
Next year's inductees also include the Cure, Radiohead and Roxy Music.
Keith Richards Says He’s Cut Back on Drinking: ‘It Was Time to Quit’
Rolling Stones guitarist says he "got fed up" with boozing.
Guns N’ Roses Studio Rumors Denied
Producer of T. Rex tribute album says band didn't record cover of "Children of the Revolution."