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
Jimmie Van Zant, Cousin of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Ronnie Van Zant, Dies at 59
Van Zant, who died of liver cancer on April 7, released three Southern rock albums in his lifetime.
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Announce Summer 2016 Tour With Melissa Etheridge
Two women who are among the most powerfully voiced in rock history are teaming up for a co-headlining tour.
55 Years Ago: John Lennon and Yoko Ono Hold a Bed-In for Peace
Most newlyweds like to spend their first few days as a couple in some exotic locale. These guys were different.
Unreleased David Bowie Song From 1970, ‘To Be Love,’ Available for Download
A song David Bowie recorded in 1970 and never released has surfaced and can be downloaded.
Why Thin Lizzy Began Their Career With the Classic ‘Whiskey in the Jar’
Thin Lizzy's 1972 recording of the traditional Irish folk song has become a staple of St. Patrick's Day playlists.
When Joe Jackson Got Jazzy on ‘Body and Soul’
Few artists to come out of the New Wave movement switched as seamlessly between genres.
Graham Nash Says Crosby, Stills & Nash Are Done
Graham Nash says that he is tired of being treated badly by David Crosby.
When the Beatles Began Filming ‘A Hard Day’s Night’
They'd barely any time to reflect on their history-making first journey to America before moving on to the next project.
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.
Sammy Hagar Plays New Song on Dan Rather’s ‘The Big Interview’
The singer debuted a song, written after a spell of family therapy, on the upcoming episode of Dan Rather's 'The Big Interview.'