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
Why Jason Newsted Suddenly Quit Metallica
He joined the group after original bassist Cliff Burton died in a tour bus accident.
The Story of Bruce Springsteen’s Debut Album, ‘Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J.’
It would take a few years before anybody realized it, but a rock 'n' roll revolution was launched from an unlikely place on Jan. 5, 1973.
Motorhead’s ‘Ace of Spades’ Hits British Top 10
A week after the death of Lemmy Kilmister on Dec. 28, Motorhead's biggest hit, "Ace of Spades," is returning the to U.K. charts.
The Day Keith Moon Accidentally Ran Over and Killed His Chauffeur
Keith Moon accidentally ran over his chauffeur on Jan. 4, 1970.
Why John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s ‘Two Virgins’ Was Seized by Police
If authorities in New Jersey had their way, every last copy would have been destroyed.
When the Beatles Tried, but Failed, to ‘Get Back’ to Their Roots
The band was in a free fall as 1969 began.
Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister Dead: Rockers React
We see how many musicians who loved Lemmy respond to his death on Twitter.
Kobe Bryant Listened to Journey’s ‘Don’t Stop Believin’’ Every Day for Two Years
Basketball star Kobe Bryant said hearing Journey's anthem motivated him after a very tough loss.