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
How Janis Joplin Inspired Tom Petty’s ‘The Waiting’
She provided a line for the chorus. Then came the hardest part.
The Stories Behind All Seven of Sean Connery’s James Bond Movies
Actor defined the role of secret agent 007 in the '60s.
Are the Foo Fighters Teasing the Release of a New Album?
Hints in Southern California and Spotify suggest Dave Grohl is up to something.
Why Tom Petty Let Don Henley Record ‘The Boys of Summer’
Mike Campbell reveals why his late bandmate rejected the demo, which led to the ex-Eagle's solo classic.
Metallica and Mariah Carey Get Mashed Up for Christmas Season
"For Whom the Bell Tolls" and "All I Want for Christmas Is You" - together at last!
17 Untrue Rock Urban Legends, Myths and Curses
Is Elvis Presley alive? Did Paul McCartney die in a car crash? A look at how these tales and others became so infamous.
Tommy Lee: ‘Sheer F—ing Stupidity’ Helped Motley Crue Succeed
Motley Crue drummer discusses his decadent past.
Why Gary Cherone Pushed Eddie Van Halen to Sing ‘How Many Say I’
Extreme singer loved the quality of the guitarist's voice on the demo.
The Stories Behind All 85 Posthumous Jimi Hendrix Albums
All the official collections of studio outtakes, live records and compilations since the guitar legend's 1970 death.
Hear Nancy Wilson’s Cover of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘The Rising’
Heart guitarist chose song because she "wanted to make something uplifting and inspirational" in these troubled times.