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
How Mick Mars Has Lived With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Mick Mars has lived with ankylosing spondylitis, a rare form of arthritis, since he was 19.
Cranberries Singer Dolores O’Riordan Dies
Dolores O’Riordan, who fronted the Irish alternative rock band the Cranberries, has died in a London hotel.
Kid Rock Defends Himself Against Charges of Racism
With civil rights groups planning to protest his Detroit concerts this week, Kid Rock has taken exception to being called a racist.
Tool’s Danny Carey Plays Gig Despite Staph Infection
A misdiagnosis for Tool's drummer turned ugly just as they were about to start their tour.
Joe Perry Stable After Collapsing, Being Hospitalized Mid-Concert
The Aerosmith guitarist was performing with his Alice Cooper-fronted side project, the Hollywood Vampires.
Watch the Trailer for the Osbournes’ New TV Show ‘Ozzy and Jack’s World Detour’
The TV show in which Ozzy and Jack Osbourne visit historical sites has a trailer and a premiere date.
Muhammad Ali Dies: Rockers React
See how Paul McCartney, Sammy Hagar and others are responding to the death of boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
20 Years Ago: Metallica Unveil New Look in ‘Until It Sleeps’ Video
Metallica showed to the world that they had cut off their hair when the video for "Until It Sleeps" premiered on May 23, 1996.
Sebastian Bach Gets Into Profanity-Laced Facebook Comments War With Blogger
The former Skid Row singer didn't appreciate a negative review of a recent concert.
AC/DC’s ‘Thunderstruck’ Used in Cancer Treatment
A team of researchers in Australia have found that playing AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" during chemotherapy has improved the efficiency of the drug.