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
Bob Dylan Year by Year: Photos 1961-2019
Six decades' worth of pictures of the rock legend, including many with his famous friends.
40 Years Ago: Last Original Cast Members Leave ‘SNL’
Four Not Ready for Prime Time Players, plus Bill Murray and creator Lorne Michaels, split after show's fifth season.
Dee Snider Covers AC/DC on New Live Album and Home Video
Concert recording features "Highway to Hell" and new studio song, "Prove Me Wrong."
Sammy Hagar Says Concerts Can’t Wait for a COVID-19 Vaccine
Singer has had discussions about how to proceed with shows once the number of cases goes down.
How Rush’s Geddy Lee Learned to Re-Love ‘Jacob’s Ladder’
Singer explained how they "lost interest" in the 'Permanent Waves' cut but still brought it back for the R40 tour.
The Rock History of the Number Nine
What better way to celebrate the ninth anniversary of UCR?
Watch Jerry Stiller in Rush’s Tour Videos
The late comic actor appeared in clips used during the 'R30' and 'Snakes & Arrows' shows.
Rolling Stones’ Postponed Opening Night: What Could We Have Seen?
The North American leg of the No Filter tour was supposed to launch tonight, before COVID-19 sidelined it.
How the Beatles’ Abandoned ‘Get Back’ Album Art Found a New Home
Angus McBean re-shot his 'Please Please Me' cover photograph, but the Fab Four didn't immediately use it.
New Concert Suggests How Post-COVID-19 Seating Charts Might Work
A theater in Arkansas is establishing "fan pods" for an upcoming show by Travis McCready of country-rock group Bishop Gunn.