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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Why Tom Petty Let Don Henley Record ‘The Boys of Summer’
Mike Campbell reveals why his late bandmate rejected the demo, which led to the ex-Eagle's solo classic.
17 Untrue Rock Urban Legends, Myths and Curses
Is Elvis Presley alive? Did Paul McCartney die in a car crash? A look at how these tales and others became so infamous.
Six Singers Who Could Have Fronted Van Halen
The list of those considered for the job at various times include Steve Perry, Sebastian Bach and even Ozzy Osbourne.
Elton John Now Has His Own Barbie Doll
Singer worked with Mattel to create limited-edition version inspired by legendary 1975 concert.
Sammy Hagar Reveals More Details of Eddie Van Halen Reunion Call
Singer said his ex-bandmate had practically been waiting for him to call in the last few months of the guitarist's life.
Eddie Van Halen Tributes: Billboards, Marquees and Sidewalks
Messages of love for the guitarist, from the simple to the grand, have popped up all over the U.S.
Guns N’ Roses Launch ‘Not in This Lifetime’ Pinball Machine
Slash served as co-designer on the game, which includes 21 GNR songs.
Helen Reddy, ‘I Am Woman’ Singer, Dies at 78
Vocalist, actor and feminist icon had been diagnosed with dementia in 2015.
Grateful Dead Announce ‘American Beauty’ 50th-Anniversary Reissue
Deluxe Edition adds a previously unreleased concert from 1971.
Judas Priest to Celebrate ’50 Heavy Metal Years’ in 648 Page Book
Band's history will be commemorating with 648 pages of photographs and essays, with contributions from all current members.
Tom Petty’s Long-Awaited ‘Wildflowers’ Box Set Announced
Collection containing 1994 album's many outtakes has been in the works since at least 2015.
UFO’s Pete Way Dies: Rockers React
Luminaries like Ozzy Osbourne and Kirk Hammett praised the bassist, who passed away on Aug. 14.