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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Members of Green Day and Radiohead Join Kate Nash’s Fight Against the Dakota Access Pipeline
More than 120 musicians signed an open letter to the U.S. government in support of the members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.
Tom Morello Praises Fidel Castro
The guitarist said that the deceased Cuban president was a champion of the poor.
Adam Yauch Park Vandalized by Swastikas and Pro-Donald Trump Graffiti
A Brooklyn, N.Y., park renamed in honor of the late Beastie Boys member was defaced in the name of President-elect Donald Trump.
Jer Bulsara, Freddie Mercury’s Mother, Dies
Brian May broke the news that Jer Bulsara has died at the age of 94.
Billie Joe Armstrong Hopes ‘Something Drastic’ Will Happen to Donald Trump
Green Day's singer has stepped up his verbal attacks on the president-elect.
Metallica to Hold ‘Blackened Friday’ Events at Record Stores
Metallica are looking to drive fans to independent record shops on the day of the release of 'Hardwired ... To Self-Destruct.'
Def Leppard to Release ‘And There Will Be a Next Time – Live From Detroit’ DVD
Def Leppard's tour in support of last year's self-titled album will be documented in a DVD-Blu-ray/two-CD set.
Billie Joe Armstrong Gives Full Support to Anti-Donald Trump Protests
Green Day's singer said that he feels like the “country is being set on fire,”
Foo Fighters Announce New 2017 Tour Date
We're compiling all the 2017 tour dates for Foo Fighters as they become official.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Add More Dates to 2017 North American Tour
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have added another 10 weeks of shows for the spring of 2017.
Foo Fighters Announce First Show of 2017
Foo Fighters revealed where they'll be playing with a format that hints at a lot more.
Billy Corgan Is No Longer Part of TNA Wrestling
Less than three months after becoming its president, Billy Corgan has parted ways with TNA Wrestling.