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
Van Halen Album History: The Stories Behind All 12 Records
A handy guide to the dozen LPs released by the hard-rock heroes.
Hear ‘Shame Shame’ From Foo Fighters’ ‘Medicine at Midnight’ LP
Listen to lead track "Shame Shame" from 10th LP due in February.
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.
Six Singers Who Could Have Fronted Van Halen
The list of those considered for the job at various times include Steve Perry, Sebastian Bach and even Ozzy Osbourne.
Metallica Announce Livestream ‘Helping Hands’ Benefit Show
Acoustic set will raise money for their All Within My Hands foundation.
Eddie Van Halen Tributes: Billboards, Marquees and Sidewalks
Messages of love for the guitarist, from the simple to the grand, have popped up all over the U.S.
The Night Eddie Van Halen Played His Last Van Halen Concert
Band closed out their 2015 tour with two nights at the Hollywood Bowl.