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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How Prince ‘Made History’ at the Super Bowl Halftime Show
If there's a more defining moment in the history of Super Bowl halftime shows than Prince playing "Purple Rain" in the middle of a downpour, we haven't seen it.
Prince Grammy Tribute Concert to Feature Alicia Keys, John Legend
An all-star show dedicated to Prince will take place after the Grammys, with a telecast in April.
Elton John’s ‘Rocketman’ Movie: Fact vs. Fiction: SPOILERS
A breakdown between what's real in the biopic and where filmmakers took artistic license.
Vans to Release David Bowie-Themed Sneakers
Shoes are based on artwork related to four classic albums.
Rock Star Whiskeys
Since the beginning of the craft whiskey boom of the early-to-mid '10s, a handful of rockers have partnered with distilleries to launch their own line of the spirit.
Luke Perry Was in a Twisted Sister Video That MTV Banned
Late actor appeared as a zombie-fied student in controversial clip.
Listen to 28 Trombonists Play ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
More than two dozen musicians performed the Queen classic at this year's International Trombone Festival.
Donald Trump Said People Used to Say He Looked Like Elvis Presley
While in Tupelo, Miss., the president drew a comparison to himself and the small town's most famous son.
Watch Live as Will Smith Bungee Jumps Above the Grand Canyon
In honor of his 50th birthday today (Sept. 25), Will Smith will bungee jump out of a helicopter above the Grand Canyon and streaming it on YouTube.
Usher Has Sold the ‘Mezmerizing’ Mansion He Bought From L.A. Reid for $1.5 Million
Usher first saw L.A. Reid's house in 1991 and bought it seven years later. Now he's sold it for $1.5 million.
Framed Kanye West Tweets Are Now a Thing You Can Buy
A website is selling printouts of some of Kanye West's greatest moments on Twitter.
‘No One is Eating So Therefore No One’s Pooping’ – Leaked Fyre Festival Emails Show Depth of Planning Problems
Up to one week before the Fyre Festival, they didn't have housing for nearly 600 people.
Prince to Release Deluxe Edition of ‘Purple Rain’
June 23 will see the release of the rumored three-CD version of Prince's classic 1984 album.
Fyre Festival Canceled After Distastrous First Day
A festival promising luxury on a private island in the Bahamas has been shelved due to poor planning.
John Geils of J. Geils Band Dies
J. Geils was found dead in his home in Groton, Mass., at the age of 71.
Metallica Sing Rihanna, Blake Shelton Sings Bon Jovi in ‘Carpool Karaoke’ Trailer
Apple Music has released another trailer for 'Carpool Karaoke: The Series' that features Metallica.