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
The Story of Neil and Pegi Young
How a "bona fide hippie nomad" became a Bridge School co-founder and then a singer-songwriter.
13 Awesome Rock Comebacks
They defied the odds by coming back into the spotlight after a career drought.
John Denver’s Aspen ‘Lifelong Refuge’ Hits Market for $11 Million
The house that inspired singer-songwriter's 'Starwood in Aspen' has hit the market again.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Home Video Release Date, Exclusive Packaging Revealed
Movie will hit digital services a few weeks before physical version becomes available.
27 Rock Star Video Games
A look back at those times game developers turned to musicians for inspiration.
Listen to Paul McCartney’s New Song, ‘Get Enough’
The music legend starts off the new year with a treat.
Twisted Sister Threatening to Sue Australian Politician for Re-Writing ‘We’re Not Gonna Take It’
Twisted Sister is exploring legal options after Clive Palmer re-wrote "We're Not Gonna Take It" for an ad.
Marc Hauser, Photographer of John Mellencamp’s ‘Scarecrow’ Cover, Dies
Hauser was a Chicago-based celebrity photographer who listed John Mellencamp, Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger as his clients.
Listen to Brian May’s New Single, ‘New Horizons’
Brian May's new song celebrates NASA's New Horizons probe as it flies by the Ultima Thule object.
Did Motley Crue Just Tease a Super Bowl Surprise?
A tweet from Motley Crue hinted that they will have a Super Bowl Sunday surprise for their fans.
UCR’s 10 Most Popular 2018 Articles
As with the biggest news stories of 2018, Queen topped the list of our most-read pieces.
Ray Sawyer of Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show Dies
Sawyer sang lead on their signature hit, "The Cover of 'Rolling Stone.'"