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
Ted Nugent Considering Running for U.S. Senate
Ted Nugent may be seeking the Republican nomination to be the U.S. Senator from Michigan in 2018.
15 Artists Who Never Won a Grammy
We were surprised to find out that 15 of the best and most influential alternative rockers have never won a Grammy Award.
Bob Dylan’s Twitter Account Hacked, Reports Fake Death of Britney Spears
The Twitter accounts of Bob Dylan and Sony Music Global were hacked, announcing the fake news that Britney Spears had died.
Nine People Killed in Fire in Oakland Electronic Music Show
A deadly fire swept through an Oakland warehouse during a show by electronic music artist Golden Donna.
Mick Jagger and Bono to Participate in Documentary About Prince
'Prince: R U Listening?' is expected to be released in the spring of 2017.
Leonard Cohen Dies
Leonard Cohen, the legendary singer, songwriter and poet, has died at the age of 82.
Queen’s Publishers Say Donald Trump Ignored Request to Stop Using ‘We Are the Champions’
Sony/ATV Music Publishing said that Queen does not want its music used for any political purposes.
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.
Watch a Two-Year-Old Girl Sing Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Little Millie takes exception to when people try to singalong with her on Queen's classic.
Sacha Baron Cohen Expands on Reasons for Leaving Freddie Mercury Biopic
The actor goes into more details on the creative differences that caused him to quit the movie about the late Queen singer a few years ago.
A Lock of John Lennon’s Hair Sells for $35,000
Lennon had gotten this particular haircut when filming 'How I Won the War.'
David Bowie’s ‘Starman’ Featured in Audi Super Bowl Ad
A retired astronaut relives his glory days with the help of an Audi R8 and David Bowie's "Starman."
Glenn Frey Dead at Age 67
The Eagles guitarist has died at the age of 67.
David Bowie Gets First U.S. No. 1 Album of His Career With ‘Blackstar’
The last album David Bowie released in his lifetime has topped the album chart in the U.S.
Ted Nugent Calls President Obama a ‘Psychopathic America Hating Liar’ After Gun Control Speech
Ted Nugent took exception with President Obama's speech about gun control today (Jan. 5).
Peter Cetera Offers to Reunite With Chicago for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Peter Cetera is willing to play one of Chicago's biggest hits with his former band at the induction ceremony in April.