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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Prince and Dr. Cornel West Pen a Letter With ‘Dear Mr. Man': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Dr. Cornel West, a professor of African-American Studies, took Prince's Afrocentric song from 2004 and overdubbed some raps to it.
Top 12 Eclipse Songs
We've found our favorite songs about what happens in the absence of sunlight.
Weezer Announce New Album ‘Pacific Daydream,’ Release ‘Mexican Fender’ Video
Weezer's 11th album, 'Pacific Daydream,' will arrive Oct. 27.
Prince Condemns Child Abuse on ‘Papa': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
The narrator of "Papa" admitted to having been abused as a child, but Prince was often elusive about his complex relationship with his father.
Prince Turns a Meme Into a Song on ‘This Could Be Us': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Internet memes routinely appear out of nowhere and disappear just as quickly. Very few get immortalized, however – much less in a song by Prince.
Watch Arcade Fire Cover John Lennon, David Bowie and Radiohead in One Song at Lollapalooza Club Show: Set List + Video
Arcade Fire warmed up for their Lollapalooza headlining slot tonight with a small club show in Chicago.
Perry Farrell Joins Foo Fighters at Marathon Post-Lollapalooza Club Show: Set List, Video
Foo Fighters played a 32-song set at a small Chicago club to close out the second day of Lollapalooza.
Prince Goes to Great Lengths on ‘The War': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
At 26 minutes. "The War" was the longest song Prince ever officially released.
Who Is the Foo Fighters’ Big Secret Guest Star? Here Are Six Candidates
Since Dave Grohl isn't divulging the name of the big guest star on 'Concrete and Gold,' we've taken his hints and come up with our own shortlist.
Liam Gallagher Ends Lollapalooza Set After 20 Minutes
Liam Gallagher blamed vocal problems stemming from the previous night's gig as the reason for ending his Lollapalooza set after four songs.