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
Ted Nugent Rails Against Thanksgiving Gathering Restrictions
"There are dirty, rotten, soulless bastards in positions of power that are trying to tell us how we can celebrate Thanksgiving with our families."
Sons of Guns N’ Roses, Metallica and STP Members Form Band
Check out "Long Awaited," the new song from Suspect208.
Van Halen Album History: The Stories Behind All 12 Records
A handy guide to the dozen LPs released by the hard-rock heroes.
Hear AC/DC’s New Single, ‘Realize’
Second single from 'Power Up' comes a couple days before the album's release.
The Rolling Stones’ Charlie Watts Year-by-Year Photos 1963-2020
A pictorial look at the late drummer through the decades.
The Stories Behind All Seven of Sean Connery’s James Bond Movies
Actor defined the role of secret agent 007 in the '60s.
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.
Metallica and Mariah Carey Get Mashed Up for Christmas Season
"For Whom the Bell Tolls" and "All I Want for Christmas Is You" - together at last!
Keith Richards Says BLM Protests Are ‘About Bloody Time’
Rolling Stones guitarist says African American musicians were "the reason I'm here."
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.
Tommy Lee: ‘Sheer F—ing Stupidity’ Helped Motley Crue Succeed
Motley Crue drummer discusses his decadent past.
Six Singers Who Could Have Fronted Van Halen
The list of those considered for the job at various times include Steve Perry, Sebastian Bach and even Ozzy Osbourne.