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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Scorpions Postpone Show Due to Klaus Meine’s Kidney Stones
Singer was stricken during tour of Australia with Whitesnake.
David Bowie Live Album to Be Released for Record Store Day
'I'm Only Dancing' is the first official live LP from legend's 1974 Soul Tour.
Ann Wilson Announces 2020 U.S. Tour
Heart singer will focus mostly on the East Coast on solo dates.
Bret Michaels Is Selling His Tour Bus for $170,000
Poison frontman is getting a new one made for his upcoming dates with Motley Crue, Def Leppard and Joan Jett.
Queen, Alice Cooper Slated for Fox ‘Fire Fight Australia’ TV Show
Benefit concert will be broadcast in the U.S. on Feb. 29.
45 Years Ago: Linda Ronstadt Scores Her First No. 1 With ‘You’re No Good’
Cover of Betty Everett's R&B hit changed the fortunes of the country-rock singer.
Steve Miller Band Announce ‘Americana’ Tour
Rocker will embark on a co-headlining trek with country legend Marty Stuart this summer.
Rush to Release ‘Permanent Waves’ 40th-Anniversary Set
Collection will add a full disc of previously unreleased live cuts from 1980 tour.
How Writing ‘Black Sabbath’ Defined a Band and Its Sound
Earth was one of many local groups playing blues rock. Then they wrote the track that changed everything.
Rage Against the Machine Reuniting for World Tour
Band will get back together for first shows since 2011.
UPDATED: Don Dokken’s ‘Hands Are Dead’ After Spine Surgery
Singer says his "guitar-playing days are ... over" after operation.
Eagles Launch 2020 ‘Hotel California’ Tour With 32-Song Set List
An orchestra and choir helped them perform the 1976 album in its entirety, followed by a best-of set.