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
Rolling Stones Announce 2019 U.S. ‘No Filter’ Tour
Band will bring its latest tour to stadiums across North America starting in the spring.
Ringo Starr Announces First 2019 Tour Dates, New Book
The former Beatles great will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of his All Starr Band.
John Mellencamp and Meg Ryan Are Engaged
Meg Ryan announced her engagement to John Mellencamp via Instagram.
Queen ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Review Headlines Ranked
A number of outlets are using the band's lyrics and song titles to tell you about the new movie.
Bruce Springsteen Announces ‘Springsteen on Broadway’ Album
Upcoming album and Netflix special previewed with "Land of Hope and Dreams."
Molly Hatchet Frontman Jimmy Farrar Dies
The late singer made his debut on the platinum-selling 'Beatin' the Odds' in 1980.
Gibson Set to Emerge From Bankruptcy
Nearly six months after filing for bankruptcy, Gibson Brands Inc. has a new majority ownership and leadership team that will officially take over on Nov. 1.
Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announce Summer 2019 North American Tour
Following the success of its 10-date trek in August, the band will return to North America next summer.
Beatles Release Acoustic Version of ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps’
A previously unreleased early recording of George Harrison's song features him on acoustic guitar and Paul McCartney on harmonium.
Lindsey Buckingham Says Stevie Nicks Forced Him Out of Fleetwood Mac
He says she gave the band a him-or-me ultimatum after their last concert together.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Members Lose ‘Street Survivors’ Film Lawsuit
A lower court had ruled that Artimus Pyle's biopic violated an agreement preventing members from exploiting the band's tragic history.
New Tom Petty Set, ‘The Best of Everything,’ to Be Released
Two-disc compilation gathers songs from the Heartbreakers, Mudcrutch and solo career.