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
Mick Jagger Is Reportedly Going to Be a Father Again
Melanie Hamrick, Mick Jagger's 29-year-old girlfriend, is reportedly pregnant.
Joe Perry Stable After Collapsing, Being Hospitalized Mid-Concert
The Aerosmith guitarist was performing with his Alice Cooper-fronted side project, the Hollywood Vampires.
Jimi Hendrix Estate Wins Partial Injunction Against Makers of Purple Haze Liqueur
The makers of a Jimi Hendrix-branded alcoholic beverage must change their packaging and promotional materials.
UPDATED With 450 Eligible Shows: Ticketmaster Issues Vouchers to Free Concerts in Lawsuit Settlement
Ticketmaster are finally paying off the settlement of a lawsuit filed in 2003.
At the Drive In Cancel Last Few Dates of North American Tour
Cedric Bixler-Zavala's vocal problems have caused the last six dates on At the Drive-In's reunion tour of North America to be cancelled.
How Elton John Wound Up on the New Red Hot Chili Peppers Album
The band talks about why they asked Elton John to play on "Sick Love," from their upcoming album, 'The Getaway.'
‘Stairway to Heaven’ Judge Angered by Spirit’s ‘Mary Poppins’ Line of Questioning
Spirit's attorney questioned Jimmy Page over the influence of a song from 'Mary Poppins' on "Stairway to Heaven."
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.
UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Gunshots Fired at SXSW, Suspect Arrested
Gunshots were fired into the air in Austin, Texas, during the final night of the annual SXSW conference.
Carlos Santana Wanted to Play the Super Bowl Halftime Show
In an open letter, Carlos Santana chided the NFL for not booking San Francisco-based musicians to play the Super Bowl halftime show.
Ozzy Osbourne Will Be ‘Ready to Rock’ With Black Sabbath on Saturday, Says Sharon Osbourne
After a week off the road, Ozzy Osbourne is healthy again, says Sharon Osbourne
Guns N’ Roses Reportedly Asking $3 Million Per Show
As of now, the reunited Guns N' Roses are confirmed only to perform two concerts at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival