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
Eagles Add Dates to 2018 North American Tour
The Eagles revealed eight more dates to next year's tour.
When Prince Asked Miles Davis to Play With Him: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince jumped at the opportunity to write "Can I Play With U?" for Miles Davis when the jazz icon signed to Warner Bros. in the mid-'80s.
U2 Cancel Tonight’s St. Louis Concert Due to Lack of Security
Due to social unrest in St. Louis, U2 have decided to cancel their concert scheduled for tonight.
Anita Pallenberg, Model and Keith Richards’ Former Girlfriend, Dies
Anita Pallenberg, an actress and model who had been the girlfriend of both Keith Richards and Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones, has died. She was 73.
Prince to Release Deluxe Edition of ‘Purple Rain’
June 23 will see the release of the rumored three-CD version of Prince's classic 1984 album.
Join Don Henley, Steve Miller Band, Roger Daltrey + More on a ‘Rock Getaway’
This fall, the Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya, Mexico will host a massive classic rock festival.
Sting’s New York Concert Taking Place Despite Snowstorm, Fans Furious
Fans are accusing Sting of being greedy because he refused to cancel his concert in New York on the day of a snowstorm.
Paul McCartney/Elvis Costello Demos to Be Released for Record Store Day
McCartney is releasing a three-song cassette of "I Don’t Want To Confess," "Shallow Grave" and "Mistress and Maid."
HBO to Broadcast ‘David Bowie: The Last Five Years’ Documentary
'David Bowie: The Last Five Years,' a documentary that premiered on the BBC last month, will be broadcast in the U.S. by HBO.
Watch the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ First TV Appearance on Alan Thicke’s ‘Thicke of the Night’
The late Alan Thicke gave the then-unknown Red Hot Chili Peppers their first nationally televised performance.
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.
Keith Richards, Robert Plant, Bruce Springsteen + More Join ‘We Are Not Afraid’ Campaign for Refugees
Many classic rockers have joined more than 175 global artists in showing support for refugees.
Bob Dylan Called ‘Impolite and Arrogant’ by Nobel Academy Member
Bob Dylan's decision to not acknowledge having won Nobel Prize for Literature isn't sitting too well with the Swedish Academy
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Gary Rossington Has Heart Surgery, More Dates Canceled
Two weeks worth of Lynyrd Skynyrd concerts have been canceled or rescheduled due to Gary Rossington's heart surgery.
Watch Gene Simmons Take a Fall on Stage During Kiss Concert
Gene Simmons slipped onstage during Kiss' concert last night (July 17).
Watch Billy Joel Sit in With His Own Tribute Band
Joel played three songs, two of which were covers, with Big Shot in Huntington, N.Y., last night (June 24).
Led Zeppelin’s Lawyers Accuse Spirit of ‘Tainting the Jury Pool’ in ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Lawsuit
Spirit's lawyers are "playing to the press," say the plaintiff's laywers in a legal brief.
Elton John to Appear in ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ Film
Elton John confirmed that he will have a role in next year's sequel to 'Kingsman: The Secret Service.'
Eric Clapton Says George Harrison Does Not Appear on His New Album
But he won't reveal who's credited as "Angelo Mysterioso" on 'I Still Do.'
Beatles Press Officer Tony Barrow, Creator of the Term ‘Fab Four,’ Dies
Barrow was the press officer for the group from 1962-68.