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
Meet the Man With More Than 3,200 Copies of the Beatles’ White Album
An artist has been collecting copies of the 1968 record but prefers when they're not in mint condition.
45 Years Ago: Bruce Springsteen Battles Back Against the ‘Darkness’
'Born to Run' gave him the mainstream break he needed. The next album made him a star.
32 Times Rock Stars Threw Down on ‘Celebrity Deathmatch’
MTV's claymation show often featured rock stars literally beating the life out of each other.
The Stories Behind All 85 Posthumous Jimi Hendrix Albums
All the official collections of studio outtakes, live records and compilations since the guitar legend's 1970 death.
60 Years Ago: The Beatles and James Bond Debut on the Same Day
"Love Me Do" and 'Dr. No' both arrived on Oct. 5, 1962.
The Rolling Stones’ Charlie Watts Year-by-Year Photos 1963-2020
A pictorial look at the late drummer through the decades.
The History of the James Bond Theme
One of the most famous pieces of music in movie history started out as a song from a shelved musical.
Did Bruce Springsteen Tip Off His Infidelity in ‘One Step Up’?
Emotional 1987 song may have touched on his own personal turmoil at the time.
How Bruce Springsteen Came of Age on ‘Blinded by the Light’
He later said the confusing lyrics were autobiographical.
2021 Super Bowl Classic Rock Commercials
Songs by the Beatles, Bill Withers and Lou Reed will be heard during the big game.