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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Neil Young Is Now a U.S. Citizen
Process was held up last year when he admitted to marijuana use.
Hall and Oates Announce Tour With Squeeze
Trek with KT Tunstall will hit 32 cities in North America this summer.
Rush’s Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Thank Fans for Support
Band's surviving members are grateful to those who reached out in the aftermath of Neil Peart's death.
Scorpions Announce ‘Sin City Nights’ Las Vegas Residency
German rock veterans will play nine shows at Zappos Theater in Planet Hollywood.
Doobie Brothers, NIN, T-Rex and Depeche Mode Inducted Into Rock Hall
Class of 2020 includes acts who made their fame in the '70s, '80s and '90s.
Pearl Jam Announce New ‘Gigaton’ Album and Tour
Band's 11th studio album is first since 2013's 'Lightning Bolt.'
Foreigner Announce ‘Juke Box Heroes’ Tour With Kansas and Europe
Bands will play outdoor venues across North America this summer.
New Beatles Book Suggests ‘Get Back’ Movie Is on the Way
Companion piece to Peter Jackson's upcoming film will be released in the fall.
How David Lee Roth’s Old Phone Number Almost Ended a Marriage
The singer's reputation as a ladies' man came close to ending a marriage, although he had nothing to do with it.
2019’s 25 Biggest Rock Stories
Looking back on farewell tours, big-screen rock biographies, Motley Crue plotting yet another tour, Soundgarden and Van Halen drama.
Ozzy Osbourne’s New Video Takes Hard Look at Addiction Struggle
"Under the Graveyard" clip revisits a dark time in the rocker's life.
David Lee Roth Reportedly Set to Open for Kiss on Farewell Tour
Van Halen singer will reportedly join the End of the Road tour for its first 2020 dates.
Alice Cooper and Foo Fighters to Play Aerosmith Benefit Concert
Boston rockers have been named MusiCares' Person of the Year for 2020.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Announces 2020 U.S. Tour Dates
Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour continues into its third year with dates across the U.S.
Deep Purple Have Finished Recording a New Album
Follow-up to 2017's 'inFinite' was recorded in Nashville with Bob Ezrin.
Vince Neil Has Hand Surgery to Correct Viking’s Disease
Motley Crue singer underwent procedure to correct Dupuytren's contracture.
Doobie Brothers Add Louisiana Dates to 2020 Tour
Reunion with Michael McDonald will include 23 more shows than previously revealed.
Listen to Marilyn Manson’s Cover of the Doors’ ‘The End’
Singer recorded the controversial classic with Shooter Jennings producing.
The Who Release New Song, ‘I Don’t Wanna Get Wise’
Band also revealed details on four bonus tracks from their upcoming album.
Tony Iommi, Chris Cornell, Tool Nominated for 2020 Grammys
'Fear Inoculum' and Soundgarden singer's box set are among those that received nods for awards.