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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Hear Guns N’ Roses’ First Performance of ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’
Audio from Aug. 23, 1986, set at the Whisky a Go Go has surfaced.
Lindsey Buckingham Sells His Publishing Rights
Ex-Fleetwood Mac guitarist is the latest classic rocker to offload his lucrative catalog.
Jimmy Page Year-by-Year Photos 1963-2020
Photos cover Page's years with Led Zeppelin, the Firm and beyond.
25 Years Ago: ‘Calvin and Hobbes’ Says Goodbye
Bill Watterson ended his beloved comic strip about a six-year-old and his stuffed tiger/best friend after a decade in newspapers.
Penny Lane Could Be Renamed Due to Possible Slavery Connection
It's unknown if Liverpool street memorialized in Beatles song is named after a slave trader.
How Louise Lasser Got Banned From ‘Saturday Night Live’ … Or Did She?
Actress' rambling, incoherent performance came during the show's inaugural season.
Jon Bon Jovi’s House IS for Sale
Contrary to the title of his band's 2016 album, Jon Bon Jovi has placed his New Jersey home on the market for $20 million.
Paul Stanley Says Peter Criss Has ‘Always Been Negative’
Kiss frontman says ex-drummer has a bad attitude.
Stevie Nicks Announces ‘Stand Back’ Compilations
Singer's solo career celebrated with new one- and three-disc albums.
Watch Elton John and Taron Egerton Perform ‘Tiny Dancer’ at Oscars Party
Singer performed with actor who plays him in upcoming 'Rocketman' movie.
Rami Malek Wins Best Actor Oscar for ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Rami Malek's portrayal of Freddie Mercury in 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earned him the biggest prize an actor can win.
Watch Queen + Adam Lambert Kick Off the Oscars With ‘We Will Rock You / We Are the Champions’
Queen took a victory lap for the runaway box office success of 'Bohemian Rhapsody' by performing with Adam Lambert at the Oscars.