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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Motley Crue and Def Leppard Postpone 2020 Summer ‘Stadium Tour’
Reunited band's first tour in five years will be rescheduled.
35 Years Ago: ‘Fletch’ Overcomes Decade of Delays
The novel's film rights were purchased in the mid-'70s, but the author didn't like the producer's choice of star until Chevy Chase came along.
40 Years Ago: Last Original Cast Members Leave ‘SNL’
Four Not Ready for Prime Time Players, plus Bill Murray and creator Lorne Michaels, split after show's fifth season.
Melissa Etheridge Reveals Son Died After Battle With Opioids
Singer-songwriter issues statement about death of 21-year-old Beckett Cypher.
New Concert Suggests How Post-COVID-19 Seating Charts Might Work
A theater in Arkansas is establishing "fan pods" for an upcoming show by Travis McCready of country-rock group Bishop Gunn.
Joe Satriani: Prince ‘Broke Every Rule’ With ‘Sign O’ the Times’
Guitar hero spoke with us about how he drew inspiration from listening to the 1987 masterpiece while touring behind his debut.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Home Video Release Date, Exclusive Packaging Revealed
Movie will hit digital services a few weeks before physical version becomes available.
Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks Lead 2019 Hall of Fame Nominees
Both earned their first-ever nominations, although Stevie Nicks was inducted in 1998 as a member of Fleetwood Mac.
Billy Joel Pays Tribute to Aretha Franklin, Welcomes Bryan Adams
Singer performed "Respect" and welcomed a guest to his Madison Square Garden show last night.
Kid Rock’s Boyhood ‘Paradise’ Can Be Yours for $600,000
The 22-room house in Bruce Township, Mich., where Kid Rock grew up has hit the market.