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
Aerosmith’s Tom Hamilton to Tour With Thin Lizzy
Aerosmith's bassist has signed on for a handful of dates this summer with the Irish rock legends.
Joe Perry Says Aerosmith Hasn’t Decided to Say Goodbye in 2017
Joe Perry downplayed talk that Aerosmith would be calling it quits next year.
Simon & Garfunkel’s ‘The Sound of Silence’ Reaches Top 10 of Two Charts Thanks to ‘Sad’ Ben Affleck
A viral video of Ben Affleck looking pensive has helped push Simon & Garfunkel's hit back onto the charts.
Rush Unveil Lyric Video for ‘2112: Overture’
In honor of the 40th anniversary of '2112,' Rush have created a video for the first part of the suite that opens the album.
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Announce Summer 2016 Tour With Melissa Etheridge
Two women who are among the most powerfully voiced in rock history are teaming up for a co-headlining tour.
Sammy Hagar Downplays Van Halen Reunion Talk: ‘I Just Want to Be Friends’
Sammy Hagar discussed the conditions under which he would consider re-joining Van Halen.
55 Years Ago: John Lennon and Yoko Ono Hold a Bed-In for Peace
Most newlyweds like to spend their first few days as a couple in some exotic locale. These guys were different.
Unreleased David Bowie Song From 1970, ‘To Be Love,’ Available for Download
A song David Bowie recorded in 1970 and never released has surfaced and can be downloaded.
Paul McCartney Is Trying to Reclaim the Rights to His Beatles Songs
Paul McCartney has filed paperwork to regain his share of the Beatles' catalog.
Roger Waters Working on Opera Based on Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’
The production will premiere next year in Montreal.
When Ozzy Osbourne Sorta Urinated on the Alamo
You're a rock star, stumbling around an unfamiliar city. You feel the call of nature and ...
The Story of the Beatles’ Second ‘Ed Sullivan Show’ Appearance
Fans didn't have to wait too long for another glimpse after their history-making first appearance.
Rolling Stones Hire 24-Hour Armed Security After Worker Is Killed
The Rolling Stones have added extra security after a truck transporting money out of their concert was ambushed, leaving one man dead.
Watch AC/DC Play ‘Given the Dog a Bone’ for the First Time Since 1980
AC/DC have made a couple of changes to the setlist on their current string of dates, including dusting off 'Given the Dog a Bone.'
When the Beatles Played Their First U.S. Concert
It was only two days after their first appearance on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.'
2016 Grammys: What to Watch and Who to Root For
We've sorted through this year's list of nominees to bring you UCR's Guide to the 2016 Grammys.