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
Elton John Denies Retirement Rumors
Elton John has refuted a British tabloid report saying that he was going to hang it up when he turns 70 next year.
Dead and Company Announce 2017 U.S. Tour
The John Mayer-fronted band with three founders of the Grateful Dead will play amphitheaters and stadiums in the late spring of 2017.
Mick Jagger and Bono to Participate in Documentary About Prince
'Prince: R U Listening?' is expected to be released in the spring of 2017.
Songs by R.E.M., Nirvana and David Bowie Inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame
The list of 2017 inductees into the Grammy Hall of Fame has been announced.
Watch Dave Matthews and Neko Case Perform at Standing Rock Benefit
Dave Matthews organized and headlined a benefit for those protesting the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Listen to the Rolling Stones’ ‘Ride ‘Em on Down’
The Rolling Stones have given us a third taste of their upcoming 'Blue & Lonesome' record.
David Bowie Was Planning to Write Another Album
Despite his terminal illness, David Bowie was thinking about a new project beyond 'Blackstar.'
Guns N’ Roses Tease 2017 North American Tour
A TV commercial says that Guns N' Roses are coming back to North America next year.
Axl Rose Doesn’t Want Jeff Sessions to Be the Attorney General
Axl Rose tweeted out his displeasure at the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions to be the next U.S. Attorney General.
Adam Yauch Park Vandalized by Swastikas and Pro-Donald Trump Graffiti
A Brooklyn, N.Y., park renamed in honor of the late Beastie Boys member was defaced in the name of President-elect Donald Trump.
Axl Rose Tells Donald Trump to ‘Stop Whining’
Axl Rose suggested that President-elect Donald Trump get on with the business of running the country instead of tweeting about 'Hamilton.'
Steven Van Zandt Wants the Cast of ‘Hamilton’ to Apologize to Mike Pence
Steven Van Zandt of the E Street Band felt that it was wrong for the cast of 'Hamilton' to single out Vice President-elect Mike Pence.