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
Why Tom Petty Let Don Henley Record ‘The Boys of Summer’
Mike Campbell reveals why his late bandmate rejected the demo, which led to the ex-Eagle's solo classic.
Sean Connery, the First James Bond, Dead at 90
Connery first portrayed 007 in 1962's 'Dr. No.'
Watch David Lee Roth Invade a College Football Game in 1986
The former Van Halen singer showed up during the halftime show as the marching band played "Yankee Rose."
Brian May Says He’s ‘Grateful to Be Alive’ After Health Scares
Queen guitarist says stomach hemorrhage was more dangerous than the heart attack.
17 Untrue Rock Urban Legends, Myths and Curses
Is Elvis Presley alive? Did Paul McCartney die in a car crash? A look at how these tales and others became so infamous.
The Stories Behind All 85 Posthumous Jimi Hendrix Albums
All the official collections of studio outtakes, live records and compilations since the guitar legend's 1970 death.
‘Saturday Night Live’ Weekend Update Anchors: Where Are They Now?
The satirical news segment has seen 24 men and women serve as anchors, many of whom have gone on to lengthy, acclaimed careers.
Eddie Van Halen Tributes: Billboards, Marquees and Sidewalks
Messages of love for the guitarist, from the simple to the grand, have popped up all over the U.S.
Why AC/DC Welcomed Phil Rudd Back to the Band
Angus Young believed the drummer could return after seeing him at Malcolm Young's funeral.
Bill Murray’s Lawyer Responds to the Doobie Brothers
Lawyer for the actor's golf clothing company continued the light-hearted tone found in the band's cease-and-desist letter.
Queen’s Brian May Describes ‘Long Climb Back’ From Heart Attack
Guitarist's recovery has had setbacks due to side effects from his medications.
How Hans Zimmer Covered Pink Floyd’s ‘Eclipse’ for ‘Dune’ Trailer
The film's score composer watched socially distanced recording sessions over FaceTime.