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
Nine Rock Stars Who Died and Were Brought Back to Life
Many a rocker has lived a lifestyle that has left him or her perilously close to death, but only a handful have died and lived to tell the tale.
40 Years Ago: Jimmy Page Joins Robert Plant in Rare Early Reunion
It was just the second time they performed together after Led Zeppelin's split.
Ozzy Osbourne Year by Year Photos: 1969-2023
Revisit his incredible career with more than 60 shots.
Why Metallica Struggled to Move on With Jason Newsted
With their career at a crucial stage, the band wasn't able to wait very long before replacing original bassist Cliff Burton.
13 Awesome Rock Comebacks
They defied the odds by coming back into the spotlight after a career drought.
25 Years Ago: Aerosmith Finally Scores Their First No. 1 Single
The irony is, they didn't write the song.
55 Years Ago: Ringo Starr Briefly Quits the Beatles
First signs they were coming apart happened during sessions for the White Album.
Motley Crue and Def Leppard Postpone 2020 Summer ‘Stadium Tour’
Reunited band's first tour in five years will be rescheduled.
Kiss Cancel Meet and Greets Due to Coronavirus
Photo opportunities on the End of the Road tour will not take place until further notice.
Neil Peart Memorial in His Hometown Has Family Support
A petition has been started to honor the Rush drummer in the hometown park mentioned on 'Caress of Steel.'
Rob Halford Kicks Fan’s Phone During Judas Priest Concert
Six songs into a Judas Priest concert, Rob Halford had enough with a fan whose cell phone was distracting him.
Listen to Chris Cornell’s Mash-Up of Metallica and U2’s ‘One’ Songs
The Soundgarden frontman sang the lyrics to Metallica's "One" to the tune of U2's song of the same name onstage in 2015.