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.
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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."
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.
Tommy Lee Year-by-Year Photos 1981-2021
A look at the Motley Crue drummer through dozens of pictures.
David Crosby Admits His Eddie Van Halen Tweet Was ‘Not Cool’
Rock legend says he forgot the guitarist died earlier in the week.
Metallica Announce Livestream ‘Helping Hands’ Benefit Show
Acoustic set will raise money for their All Within My Hands foundation.
Guns N’ Roses Launch ‘Not in This Lifetime’ Pinball Machine
Slash served as co-designer on the game, which includes 21 GNR songs.
Iron Maiden Announce ‘Nights of the Dead’ Live Album
Legacy of the Beast tour recording was taken from three dates in Mexico City last year.
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.
Ace Frehley Already Plotting ‘Origins Vol. 3′ Covers Collection
New record contract means that the former Kiss guitarist will put out a third album of other artists' songs.
Queen’s Brian May Describes ‘Long Climb Back’ From Heart Attack
Guitarist's recovery has had setbacks due to side effects from his medications.
Hear Bruce Springsteen’s New Single, ‘Ghosts’
Second single from 'Letter to You' was inspired by deaths of E Street Band members Clarence Clemons and Danny Federici.
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.
Listen to Timothy B. Schmit’s New Single, ‘Cross That Line’
New track by Eagles bassist comes from his first album since 2016.
Judas Priest to Celebrate ’50 Heavy Metal Years’ in 648 Page Book
Band's history will be commemorating with 648 pages of photographs and essays, with contributions from all current members.
Hear the Rolling Stones’ Newly Unearthed ‘All the Rage’
'Goats Head Soup' outtake has been called "You Should Have Seen Her Ass" on bootlegs.
Quiet Riot Drummer Frankie Banali Dies
Drummer spent 39 years in the chart-topping metal band.
Queen Announce First Live Album and Home Video With Adam Lambert
First full-length project with new lead singer was recorded in concert between 2014 and 2020.