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
Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announce Summer 2019 North American Tour
Following the success of its 10-date trek in August, the band will return to North America next summer.
Listen to Joan Jett’s New Song ‘Fresh Start’
Track comes from the upcoming 'Bad Reputation' documentary.
How ELO’s ‘Livin’ Thing’ Got Into ‘Boogie Nights’
Jeff Lynne, who doesn't like sex and violence in movies, had to be convinced to allow his band's song to be used at the end of classic movie.
Watch Fleetwood Mac Debut New Lineup on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’
Mike Campbell and Neil Finn make their first public appearance with the band.
How to Watch Aretha Franklin’s Funeral
Friday's service will be broadcast online and on TV.
Billy Joel Pays Tribute to Aretha Franklin, Welcomes Bryan Adams
Singer performed "Respect" and welcomed a guest to his Madison Square Garden show last night.
Eric Clapton to Release Christmas Album, ‘Happy Xmas’
Eric Clapton is putting out 'Happy Xmas,' which will be comprised of 13 standards and one new original song.
Journey’s Neal Schon Asks Concertgoers to Protect His Wife
Neal Schon is asking fans to be on the lookout for concert security personnel, whom he says are harassing his wife.
Styx Deny Playing ‘Mr Roboto’ to Satisfy Concert Promoters
Styx have refuted Dennis DeYoung's claim that they've only added "Mr. Roboto" at the behest of concert promoters.
Bless the Rain With 42 Very Different Covers of Toto’s ‘Africa’
From acoustic to metalcore and beyond, here's a whole bunch of covers of Toto's 1982 hit.