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
Scorpions Launch ‘Rock N Roll Star’ Whisky
Scorpions have partnered with a Swedish distiller to create a whisky that honors the band's German heritage.
Tom Petty Was ‘Haunted’ by ‘Wildflowers,’ Says Rick Rubin
Rick Rubin gave a detailed interview about the sessions for Tom Petty's album 'Wildflowers.'
Foreigner, Def Leppard and Judas Priest Top 2018 ‘Hardest Touring’ List
New study determines acts based on number of shows played and miles traveled.
David Lee Roth Hints That Van Halen’s Return Is ‘Around the Corner’
David Lee Roth spoke about the probability of Van Halen performing again in the summer of 2019.
Keith Richards Says He’s Cut Back on Drinking: ‘It Was Time to Quit’
Rolling Stones guitarist says he "got fed up" with boozing.
Def Leppard on Rock Hall Induction: ‘It’s a Good Club to Be In’
Veteran British hard rock band issues statement regarding their big Rock Hall news.
Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks and Zombies Lead List of 2019 Rock Hall Inductees
Next year's inductees also include the Cure, Radiohead and Roxy Music.
Jimmy Page Guarantees ‘Stuff’ Is on the Way in 2019
After spending the last few years on Led Zeppelin-related projects, Jimmy Page promised something under his own name in 2019.
Queen + Adam Lambert Announce 2019 North American ‘Rhapsody’ Tour
Following the success of 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' Queen + Adam Lambert revealed a 23-date tour of North America for the summer of 2019.
Todd Rundgren Announces ‘The Individualist’ Book and Tour
A new autobiography is set for publication in December, followed by a string of spring dates.
Metallica Lyrics Googled Shortly After Murder
Police say that, hours after killing his pregnant wife and two daughters, Chris Watts looked up the lyrics to Metallica's "Battery."
Joe Perry Cancels Solo Tour
The Aerosmith guitarist has canceled a planned 10-date tour after his November 2018 collapse.