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
Bruce Springsteen to Join Dropkick Murphys for Empty Fenway Show
The Boss will remotely sit in as punk band plays to no fans in Boston ballpark.
Metallica Announce Limited-Edition Batch 100 Blackened Whiskey
Barrels were aged in a room while a playlist created by master distiller and blender Rob Dietrich played.
How Rush’s Geddy Lee Learned to Re-Love ‘Jacob’s Ladder’
Singer explained how they "lost interest" in the 'Permanent Waves' cut but still brought it back for the R40 tour.
The Rock History of the Number Nine
What better way to celebrate the ninth anniversary of UCR?
Ian Anderson Clarifies ‘My Days Are Numbered’ Comment
Jethro Tull frontman said he was referring to his time as a singer when disclosing his illness.
Watch Jerry Stiller in Rush’s Tour Videos
The late comic actor appeared in clips used during the 'R30' and 'Snakes & Arrows' shows.
Breaking Down ‘Goodfellas” Famous ‘Jump Into the Fire’ Sequence
With the help of six classic-rock songs, Martin Scorsese created one of the movie's most memorable moments.
Little Richard Dies: Rockers React
Read what stars, including Jimmy Page and Brian Wilson, had to say about the death of the rock legend.
How Phil Spector Turned the Beatles’ ‘Get Back’ Into ‘Let It Be’
Producer spent a week and a half working on stalled project to create the last Fab Four album.
Rolling Stones’ Postponed Opening Night: What Could We Have Seen?
The North American leg of the No Filter tour was supposed to launch tonight, before COVID-19 sidelined it.