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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Motley Crue Confirm Four New Songs for ‘The Dirt’ Soundtrack
Vince Neil and Nikki Sixx combined on Twitter to say that Motley Crue are recording four new songs for the soundtrack to 'The Dirt.'
Slash Admits Guns N’ Roses’ Songs Are ‘Sort of Sexist’
The guitarist defended charges of sexism against the band's early songs, saying they weren't "malicious."
Rock’s Greatest Afros
In celebration of World Afro Day, we're taking a look at some of the rock stars who have sported the look over the years.
Tom Petty Camp Plotting ‘Wildflowers’ Box, ’97 Fillmore Live Set
Mike Campbell talked about the possibility of more archival releases from late band leader.
Win a Trip to See Lynyrd Skynyrd on the 2019 Southern Rock Cruise
Ultimate Classic Rock and StarVista LIVE have teamed up for a prize package to send two people on next year's Southern Rock Cruise.
Paul McCartney Called Quincy Jones a ‘Crazy Motherf—er’ for Insulting the Beatles
Details revealed of phone call after legendary producer put down the group in famous interview.
Listen to Joan Jett’s New Song ‘Fresh Start’
Track comes from the upcoming 'Bad Reputation' documentary.
How ELO’s ‘Livin’ Thing’ Got Into ‘Boogie Nights’
Jeff Lynne, who doesn't like sex and violence in movies, had to be convinced to allow his band's song to be used at the end of classic movie.
Billy Idol to Get Remixed Again on ‘Vital Idol: Revitalized’
Singer puts 21st century spin on his 1985 remix album.
R.E.M. to Release ‘At the BBC’ Box Set
Sessions recorded between 1984 and 2008 collected on eight CDs and one DVD.
Watch Fleetwood Mac Debut New Lineup on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’
Mike Campbell and Neil Finn make their first public appearance with the band.
Flea Speaks About Unreleased 2003 Red Hot Chili Peppers Album
Upon returning to Twitter, Flea remembered an album's worth of material that they recorded for their 2003 'Greatest Hits' record.