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 Gary Cherone Pushed Eddie Van Halen to Sing ‘How Many Say I’
Extreme singer loved the quality of the guitarist's voice on the demo.
Hear Nancy Wilson’s Cover of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘The Rising’
Heart guitarist chose song because she "wanted to make something uplifting and inspirational" in these troubled times.
Paul McCartney Announces ‘McCartney III’ Album
The former Beatle played all the instruments on upcoming record.
Hear Ann Wilson’s New Single, ‘The Revolution Starts Now’
Heart singer called Steve Earle's 2004 song a "powerful, uplifting anthem of unity."
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.
Toto Announce New Lineup and Livestream Show
Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams reveal musicians who'll perform with the band.
Sammy Hagar Reveals More Details of Eddie Van Halen Reunion Call
Singer said his ex-bandmate had practically been waiting for him to call in the last few months of the guitarist's life.
David Crosby Admits His Eddie Van Halen Tweet Was ‘Not Cool’
Rock legend says he forgot the guitarist died earlier in the week.
Watch Stevie Nicks’ ‘Dreams’ TikTok Video
Clip shows the Fleetwood Mac singer putting her own spin on the social media sensation.
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.
AC/DC’s ‘Power Up': Track List, Release Date, Cover Art Revealed
This will be AC/DC's first album since the death of Malcolm Young.
Hear AC/DC’s New ‘Shot in the Dark’ Single
Song is first taste of new music from the band since 2014's 'Rock or Bust.'