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
New Allman Brothers Box Set Celebrates Band’s 50th Anniversary
'Trouble No More: 50th Anniversary Collection' compiles 61 tracks, including seven unreleased songs, from 13 different lineups of the band.
55 Years Ago: Soupy Sales Asks Kids to Send Him Money
A New Year's Day ad-lib resulted in the beloved children's entertainer getting suspended.
How David Lee Roth’s Old Phone Number Almost Ended a Marriage
The singer's reputation as a ladies' man came close to ending a marriage, although he had nothing to do with it.
Ozzy Osbourne’s New Video Takes Hard Look at Addiction Struggle
"Under the Graveyard" clip revisits a dark time in the rocker's life.
David Lee Roth Reportedly Set to Open for Kiss on Farewell Tour
Van Halen singer will reportedly join the End of the Road tour for its first 2020 dates.
Many Stolen Randy Rhoads Items Recovered
Photos and fan gifts were discovered in a North Hollywood, Calif., dumpster.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Announces 2020 U.S. Tour Dates
Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour continues into its third year with dates across the U.S.
Listen to Ozzy Osbourne’s New Song With Slash, ‘Straight to Hell’
Track is second preview from upcoming album 'Ordinary Man.'
2019 Classic Rock Documentaries: The Year in Review
In addition to the rock-themed movies that flooded box offices, many nonfiction films about musicians were released.
Tony Iommi, Chris Cornell, Tool Nominated for 2020 Grammys
'Fear Inoculum' and Soundgarden singer's box set are among those that received nods for awards.
When Eddie Murphy Debuted Gumby on ‘Saturday Night Live,’ Dammit
The green claymation figure marked the third time the 'SNL' star put his own spin on a beloved children's character.
Why Eddie Murphy Stayed Away From ‘Saturday Night Live’ for So Long
Star didn't appear on the show that made him famous for 31 years.