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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Why Dusty Hill Spent ZZ Top’s ’70s Hiatus Working at an Airport
Dusty Hill explains how he got grounded when the road began to wear ZZ Top out.
44 Famous Records You Probably Didn’t Realize Were Covers
Bet you didn't know somebody else recorded these songs before they got popular.
Neal Casal, Chris Robinson Brotherhood Guitarist, Dies
Musician played with many Americana and jam bands.
Watch Clip of Roger Waters Performing ‘Us and Them': Premiere
See a sneak peek at the former Pink Floyd member performing one of his band's key songs from his new movie.
Ozzy Osbourne Was Worried He Might Be Paralyzed After Fall
Ozzy Osbourne discusses his recovery from a fall that caused him to postpone his entire tour calendar for 2019.
Ozzy Osbourne Has Rare Genetic Mutation, Scientist Claims
A new book says that Ozzy Osbourne's DNA explains why his body was able to withstand years of drug and alcohol abuse.
Ricky Phillips Says Styx Will ‘Absolutely’ Make a New Album
Bassist says they have ideas and will look to develop them during a break.
Paul Stanley Says Peter Criss Has ‘Always Been Negative’
Kiss frontman says ex-drummer has a bad attitude.
A Guide to the Classic Rock Songs in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ (NO SPOILERS)
(NO SPOILERS) Songs from Traffic, the Kinks, the Rolling Stones and Steppenwolf are featured in the new movie.
Guns N’ Roses, Def Leppard, Lynyrd Skynyrd Headline Exit 111 Festival
Inaugural get-together will take place in Manchester, Tenn., in October.