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
Queen’s Brian May Describes ‘Long Climb Back’ From Heart Attack
Guitarist's recovery has had setbacks due to side effects from his medications.
Watch Queen and Adam Lambert Perform ‘I Was Born to Love You’
Performance on 'Live Around the World' comes from a 2014 festival show in Tokyo.
Freddie Mercury and David Bowie Inspire ‘British Bake Off’ Cakes
Season premiere of popular cooking show asked contestants to replicate their heroes in edible form.
Bruce Springsteen Is Planning a Second ‘Tracks’ Box Set
Work on archival project led him to re-record three old songs for upcoming 'Letter to You' LP.
Elton John’s New ‘Jewel Box’ Unearths 60 Unreleased Tracks
Eight-CD set spotlights deep cuts, demos, B-sides and other rarities.
Eric Clapton Never Called Prince the World’s Best Guitarist
Even though the British rock legend loved the pop star, a viral quote attributed to the guitar god was false.
The Prince Album Credit that Left Wendy and Lisa ‘Brokenhearted’
Collaborators were upset to see how little of their work made it onto 'Sign O' the Times.'
Ron Wood Documentary to Get ‘Virtual Cinema’ Release
'Somebody Up There Likes Me' will be streamed in the U.S. and Canada beginning next month.
How Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born to Run’ Cover Photo ‘Popped’
Eric Meola's famous photo was one of 600 he took in two hours.
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Former Guitarist Jack Sherman Dead at 64
Anthony Kiedis praised him for keeping the band afloat in their early years.
Quiet Riot Drummer Frankie Banali Dies
Drummer spent 39 years in the chart-topping metal band.
Tom Petty’s Long-Awaited ‘Wildflowers’ Box Set Announced
Collection containing 1994 album's many outtakes has been in the works since at least 2015.