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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Queens of the Stone Age, Tegan and Sara, Win Butler + More React to the Muslim Ban
Many alternative musicians protested President Donald Trump's ban on citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries on social media.
Frances Bean Cobain Wants Her Father’s ‘MTV Unplugged’ Guitar From Ex-Husband
The daughter of Kurt Cobain has filed paperwork to get back the acoustic guitar used on Nirvana's 'Unplugged in New York' from her ex-husband.
Audioslave to Reunite at Prophets of Rage’s ‘Anti-Inaugural Ball’
Prophets of Rage's "Anti-Inaugural Ball" on Friday will feature the first performance by Audioslave since 2006.
Billy Corgan Defends Donald Trump, Attacks Media
Billy Corgan took CNN and the media to task for their reporting of a leaked dossier that purported to detail information that Russia has on Donald Trump.
Watch Eddie Vedder Sing at President Obama’s Farewell Address
Eddie Vedder and the Chicago Children's Choir sang prior to President Obama's farewell address tonight.
Charles Manson Hospitalized
Charles Manson is believed to be seriously ill.
January 2017 New Music Releases
Although January isn’t traditionally designated for major new music releases, there is nonetheless plenty arriving at the start of 2017 for fans of alternative and indie rock.
Coming on New Years Day is the latest from the very prolific producer and composer Brian Eno...
U2 Will Honor the 30th Anniversary of ‘The Joshua Tree’ in Concert Next Year
U2 said they have plans to honor the 30th anniversary of 'The Joshua Tree' in concert next year.
Pearl Jam’s Original Drummer, Dave Krusen, Weighs In on Hall of Fame Controversy
Krusen, who played on 'Ten,' spoke about the Hall of Fame's decision to only include two of the five drummers the band has had.
Nine Inch Nails Will Release ‘Two New Major Works’ in 2017
Trent Reznor will be making up for lost time by putting out two projects under the Nine Inch Nails name next year.
5 Artists Snubbed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame This Year
This morning, it was announced that Pearl Jam was voted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. While we’re thrilled for them, we can’t help but feel bad for five other acts that didn’t make the cut: Depeche Mode, Jane’s Addiction, MC5, Kraftwerk and Bad Brains...
Pearl Jam Voted Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Pearl Jam was among the list of inductees in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The Black Keys’ Entire Catalog Is Now on Spotify
After holding out for five years, the Black Keys are allowing all of their music to be streamed on Spotify.
UPDATE: CeeLo Green’s Exploding Cell Phone Video Was Staged, Not Real
A video seeming to show a cell phone exploding in the face of CeeLo Green turned out to be just a publicity stunt.
Watch the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ First TV Appearance on Alan Thicke’s ‘Thicke of the Night’
The late Alan Thicke gave the then-unknown Red Hot Chili Peppers their first nationally televised performance.
Live Reunites Original Lineup, Will Tour and Release New Music in 2017
Ed Kowalczyk's return to Live was made official, with news of a world tour and new music to come in 2017.