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
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Jackie Fuchs said that she was sexually assaulted in a motel after a Runaways gig in full view of her bandmates, who strongly deny her story.
How the Rolling Stones Created Their First No. 1 Hit
Riff from “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” serves as a benchmark for everything that's followed.
The Day Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young Launched Their ‘Doom Tour’
It wasn't long before they were back to fighting again.
When the Beatles’ First Movie, ‘A Hard Day’s Night,’ Premiered
Coincidentally, it was seven years to the day that John Lennon met Paul McCartney.
Grateful Dead to Release ‘Fare Thee Well’ Concerts on CD and DVD
The Grateful Dead have announced plans to sell audio and video of their final concerts.
Queen Announce ‘Bohemian Lager’ Beer
Queen are now the latest rockers to get involved in the beer business.
Vivian Campbell’s Cancer Returns Again
The Hodgkin's lymphoma that Vivian Campbell has been battling for two years has returned, and he will be sidelined for an unknown period of time.
Foo Fighters Cancel Shows Due to Dave Grohl’s Broken Leg
Foo Fighters' concerts at the Pinkpop Festival and St. Gallen, Switzerland have been canceled due to Dave Grohl's broken leg.
20 Years Ago: Bruce Springsteen Angers the New York Police Department
A new song by Bruce Springsteen caused the New York City Patrolmen's Benevolent Association to call for a boycott of his concerts.
How ‘Born in the U.S.A.’ Transformed Bruce Springsteen
He'd kept a relatively low profile since the world tour in support of 'The River' concluded in September 1981.
Watch U2 Pay Tribute to B.B. King With ‘When Love Comes to Town’
U2 performed their hit collaboration for the first time since 1993.
When John Lennon and Paul McCartney Were on ‘The Tonight Show’
After a trip to India failed to provide the spiritual enlightenment the band sought, they turned in the opposite direction.
How John Lennon and Paul McCartney Almost Reunited on ‘Saturday Night Live’
It was meant as a joke but it turned into, arguably, the greatest missed opportunity in rock history.
Joan Jett, Billy Idol and More to Honor Pete Townshend
The punks will meet the godfather on May 28 at the Best Buy Theater in New York.
Ann Wilson, Jack Bruce and Others Pay Tribute to the Beatles on New Album
The quieter side of the Beatles' catalog is getting the all-star tribute treatment.
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Rossington ‘At A Loss For Words’ After Bob Burns’ Death
The guitarist paid tribute to the late Bob Burns, with whom he founded Lynyrd Skynyrd.