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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The Full Story of Axl Rose’s ‘Looney Tunes’ Appearance Revealed
The 'New Looney Tunes' writers reveal how the Guns N' Roses singer's appearance happened.
Bonnaroo Arch Destroyed by Fire
R.I.P. festival-welcoming structure.
Robert Plant Announces North American Tour
He'll play 10 shows, including some festival dates, with the Sensational Space Shifters later this year.
Aerosmith’s Joey Kramer to Miss Vegas Show Due to ‘Minor Accident’
Joey Kramer injured his shoulder in what is being described as a "minor accident."
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.
Listen to Mastodon’s Cover of ‘Stairway to Heaven’
Band recorded Led Zeppelin classic as tribute to late manager.
Members of Queen and Foo Fighters Finish Lost Dennis Wilson Track for Record Store Day
Brian May, Roger Taylor and Taylor Hawkins have added parts to a song that the late Beach Boys drummer recorded in 1977.
Raconteurs Announce North American Tour
Band will promote 'Help Us Stranger' with three months' worth of dates later this year.
‘The Dirt’ Director ‘Hated Every Second’ of Filming Skylar’s Hospital Scenes
Jeff Tremaine spoke of the difficulty in depicting the death of Vince Neil's daughter Skylar in 'The Dirt.'
The Stories Behind the Non-Motley Crue Songs in ‘The Dirt’
A look at the songs not performed by the band heard in the biopic.
The Aftermath of Vince Neil’s Car Crash
Death of Hanoi Rocks drummer Razzle led to singer being ostracized from other members of the band.