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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Watch Eric Clapton Cover Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’
Guitar great encored with late legend's classic at London's Royal Albert Hall.
Journey Announce Two Connecticut Shows on Brief Northeast Tour
Band will play a week's worth of shows in the Northeast in the run-up to Las Vegas residency.
Billy Joel Says He’s Not ‘Interesting Enough’ for a Biopic
Singer-songwriter believes his backstory doesn't have the juicy bits necessary to make it to the big screen.
Meat Loaf Reportedly Breaks Collarbone After Falling Onstage
Singer taken to a hospital after accident during Q&A session at Texas Frightmare Weekend.
Woodstock 50 Has Been Canceled … Maybe
Official celebration for festival's golden anniversary reportedly scrapped after investors doubt it "can be executed as an event worthy of the Woodstock brand name."
A Guide to the Classic Rock Songs in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ (NO SPOILERS)
(NO SPOILERS) Songs from Traffic, the Kinks, the Rolling Stones and Steppenwolf are featured in the new movie.
Paul Raymond, UFO Keyboardist and Guitarist, Dies
Raymond did four stints in UFO, and was also in Savoy Brown and the Michael Schenker Group.
Stevie Nicks Flu Forces Fleetwood Mac Tour Postponement
Band reschedules most of the remaining dates on current North American run.
Watch Def Leppard, Brian May + More Play ‘All the Young Dudes’ at Rock Hall Ceremony
Def Leppard closed out the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony with a cover of Mott the Hoople's "All the Young Dudes" featuring Ian Hunter and many of the evening's participants.
Rolling Stones Postpone 2019 Tour, Mick Jagger Needs ‘Medical Treatment’
Due to a medical issue with Mick Jagger, the Rolling Stones have postponed the entirety of this spring's tour.