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
Hear Eagles’ New Live Version of ‘Take It Easy’
Third preview track from 'Live From the Forum' features lead vocals by Deacon Frey.
What Prince Really Thought of Adam Levine’s ‘Purple Rain’ Cover
Maroon 5 singer told Howard Stern that he pressed a mutual friend for Prince's opinion.
Elton John’s New ‘Jewel Box’ Unearths 60 Unreleased Tracks
Eight-CD set spotlights deep cuts, demos, B-sides and other rarities.
Beatles Announce Full Details About New ‘Get Back’ Book
Companion piece to documentary features hundreds of photos and text transcribed from 'Let It Be' sessions.
Grateful Dead Announce ‘American Beauty’ 50th-Anniversary Reissue
Deluxe Edition adds a previously unreleased concert from 1971.
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.
Great White Singer Will ‘Never’ Apologize for Controversial Show
Mitch Malloy posted a photo from show to contradict reports of COVID-19 safety protocols being ignored.
Watch Bono and the Edge Perform ‘Stairway to Heaven’
U2 members played the Led Zeppelin classic as a tribute to their road crew.
Wolfgang Van Halen Prepared for ‘Wave of Hate’ Over Solo Album
Bassist is expecting the inevitable comparisons to his father's music.
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.