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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27 Rock Star Video Games
A look back at those times game developers turned to musicians for inspiration.
2018’s Biggest Rock Feuds
Eighteen of the most uncensored and unfiltered fights from the past year.
‘The Black Album’ Throughout History: Metallica, Spinal Tap and 30 More
Ever since the Beatles released the White Album, artists around the world have looked to the opposite end of the color spectrum to name their records.
Ozzy Osbourne Year by Year Photos: 1969-2018
Revisit Ozzy Osbourne's incredible career with more than 60 photos taken from as far back as 1969.
Marilyn Manson Year by Year: 1994-2019 Photographs
From Brian Warner to rock star -- a look at the shock rocker through the decades.
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."
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.
Gibson Files for Bankruptcy
Gibson Brands Inc., the manufacturer of Gibson guitars, has filed for Chapter 11 in U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
Jimmy Page Says a New Led Zeppelin Live Album Is in the Works
Jimmy Page said more recordings of Led Zeppelin in concert are on the way.
Cranberries Singer Dolores O’Riordan Dies
Dolores O’Riordan, who fronted the Irish alternative rock band the Cranberries, has died in a London hotel.
Jack White Hints at New Album With Teaser Video
Jack White has been talking about his follow-up to 2014's 'Lazaretto' for much of the year, and we think he's almost ready to unleash it.
Watch Linkin Park Debut ‘Looking for an Answer’ at Chester Bennington Memorial Concert
The band performed a new song at a concert held in memory of their late singer, Chester Bennington.