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
Def Leppard’s ‘Pour Some Sugar on Me’ Began With Random Noises
A bit of goofing around in the studio between Joe Elliott and Mutt Lange led to the T. Rex-influenced smash hit.
Bob Dylan Year by Year: Photos 1961-2019
Six decades' worth of pictures of the rock legend, including many with his famous friends.
40 Years Ago: Last Original Cast Members Leave ‘SNL’
Four Not Ready for Prime Time Players, plus Bill Murray and creator Lorne Michaels, split after show's fifth season.
Sammy Hagar Says Concerts Can’t Wait for a COVID-19 Vaccine
Singer has had discussions about how to proceed with shows once the number of cases goes down.
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.
The Rock History of the Number Nine
What better way to celebrate the ninth anniversary of UCR?
Melissa Etheridge Reveals Son Died After Battle With Opioids
Singer-songwriter issues statement about death of 21-year-old Beckett Cypher.
Watch Jerry Stiller in Rush’s Tour Videos
The late comic actor appeared in clips used during the 'R30' and 'Snakes & Arrows' shows.
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.
New Concert Suggests How Post-COVID-19 Seating Charts Might Work
A theater in Arkansas is establishing "fan pods" for an upcoming show by Travis McCready of country-rock group Bishop Gunn.