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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Wolfgang Van Halen Prepared for ‘Wave of Hate’ Over Solo Album
Bassist is expecting the inevitable comparisons to his father's music.
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Elton John to Be Commemorated on U.K. Coin
Royal Mint's design recalls image found on 1974's 'Greatest Hits' cover.
Nine Rock Stars Who Died and Were Brought Back to Life
Many a rocker has lived a lifestyle that has left him or her perilously close to death, but only a handful have died and lived to tell the tale.
Steve Perry Doesn’t Want ‘Don’t Stop Believin” in Politics
Neal Schon has weighed in on the matter.
Listen to David Gilmour’s New Song, ‘Yes, I Have Ghosts’
Pink Floyd guitarist has released his first piece of new music in five years.
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Running into a school crush while high on acid resulted in the 'Damn the Torpedoes' classic.