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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Four Dead After Shooting at BPM Festival
A lone shooter opened fire outside a nightclub in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, killing four people during the final night of the BPM Festival.
Billy Corgan Says ‘Things Look Good’ for a Reunion of the Smashing Pumpkins’ Original Lineup
Billy Corgan admitted that the original lineup of Smashing Pumpkins are discussing getting back together.
Watch the Trailer for the Eagles of Death Metal Documentary, ‘Nos Amis (Our Friends)’
A documentary about the Eagles of Death Metal's experience during the Paris terrorist attacks and the aftermath will debut on Feb. 13 on HBO.
Liz Phair Is Working on a Double Album at Ryan Adams’ Studio
Liz Phair recorded five songs yesterday at Ryan Adams' Los Angeles studio.
‘Weird Al’ Yankovic to Release Career-Spanning ‘Squeeze Box’
All of "Weird Al" Yankovic's studio albums will be released in an accordion-shaped box set.
Eddie Vedder Will Perform at President Obama’s Farewell Address
Eddie Vedder will perform with the Chicago Children's Choir when President Obama delivers his farewell address.
Watch James Corden and Jim Parsons Spoof Kansas’ ‘Dust in the Wind’ Video
James Corden and Jim Parsons wore some excessively '70s outfits in a remake of Kansas' "Dust in the Wind" video.
David Bowie Reportedly Didn’t Know He Was Dying Until After ‘Blackstar’ Was Completed
A new documentary sheds some light on David Bowie's last days.
Charles Manson Hospitalized
Charles Manson is believed to be seriously ill.
David Bowie’s ‘Blackstar’ Is Top-Selling U.K. Vinyl in 2016
Sales of David Bowie's final album and catalog led to a 25-year high for vinyl sales in Britain.