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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Freddie Mercury Gets an Asteroid Named After Him
In honor of the Queen singer's 70th birthday, an asteroid has been renamed "Freddiemercury."
Jerry Heller, Music Industry Veteran, Dies
Heller was an agent and promoter in the '60s and '70s before founding Ruthless Records.
AC/DC’s Phil Rudd Suffered a Heart Attack
Phil Rudd revealed that he had a stent inserted after having a heart attack a few weeks ago.
Ex-UFO Bassist Pete Way Has Heart Attack
Pete Way has suffered a heart attack only two years after beating prostate cancer.
Guns N’ Roses Pay Tribute to Orlando Shooting Victims
Guns N' Roses honored the 49 people killed at the Pulse nightclub after performing in Orlando, Fla., on Friday.
George Harrison’s Unreleased Songs May Be Finished by His Son, Dhani
Olivia Harrison has said that she and her son have spoken about putting the final touches on songs recorded by her late husband.
The Allman Brothers Band May Be Reuniting
Bassist Oteil Burbridge says that Gregg Allman has been trying to get the group back together.
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Gary Rossington Has Heart Surgery, More Dates Canceled
Two weeks worth of Lynyrd Skynyrd concerts have been canceled or rescheduled due to Gary Rossington's heart surgery.
Joe Perry to Rejoin Hollywood Vampires Tomorrow
Nearly two weeks after collapsing from exhaustion, Joe Perry will return to the Hollywood Vampires.
Queen’s Publishers Say Donald Trump Ignored Request to Stop Using ‘We Are the Champions’
Sony/ATV Music Publishing said that Queen does not want its music used for any political purposes.
Mick Jagger Is Reportedly Going to Be a Father Again
Melanie Hamrick, Mick Jagger's 29-year-old girlfriend, is reportedly pregnant.
Ozzy Osbourne Has a Cameo in ‘Ghostbusters’
Because who better to tackle ghosts than the Prince of Darkness?