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
How Janis Joplin Inspired Tom Petty’s ‘The Waiting’
She provided a line for the chorus. Then came the hardest part.
Depeche Mode Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Frontman Dave Gahan singles out the synth-pop stars' influences and former bandmates.
Charlize Theron Inducts Depeche Mode Into Rock Hall
Academy Award winner describes British synth-pop stars as "the soundtrack of my life."
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.
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.
Brian May Says He’s ‘Grateful to Be Alive’ After Health Scares
Queen guitarist says stomach hemorrhage was more dangerous than the heart attack.
Sean Connery, the First James Bond, Dead at 90
Connery first portrayed 007 in 1962's 'Dr. No.'
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.
Josh Homme Lists ‘Explosive’ Hollywood Home for $4.75 Million
Queens of the Stone Age frontman purchased the home eight years ago.
Hear Ann Wilson’s New Single, ‘The Revolution Starts Now’
Heart singer called Steve Earle's 2004 song a "powerful, uplifting anthem of unity."