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.
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Frontman thinks his band and other metal acts should be enshrined in Cleveland.
Elton John’s New ‘Jewel Box’ Unearths 60 Unreleased Tracks
Eight-CD set spotlights deep cuts, demos, B-sides and other rarities.
How Hans Zimmer Covered Pink Floyd’s ‘Eclipse’ for ‘Dune’ Trailer
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