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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Pearl Jam Looking to Throw Out Politicians Aligned With Gun Lobby
Pearl Jam has endorsed the Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund's #ThrowThemOut campaign to elect politicians who don't receive money from the gun lobby.
Smashing Pumpkins Announce ‘Shiny and Oh So Bright Tour’
The Smashing Pumpkins are going back on the road this summer.
Who Is Andy Sneap? A Look at Judas Priest’s New Guitarist
With the news that Andy Sneap will be playing guitar on Judas Priest's upcoming tour, we look into the career of the acclaimed metal producer.
Smashing Pumpkins Tease Major Announcement
We've known for a while that Smashing Pumpkins have been planning something big, and they're almost ready to tell the world about it.
Some Critics Hated ‘Van Halen’ at First – Here’s Proof
These days, 'Van Halen' is celebrated as one of the greatest debut albums in history. That wasn't always the case.
Metallica Shut Out of 2018 Grammys
'Hardwired ... to Self-Destruct' earned Metallica their 22nd and 23rd Grammy nominations.
Billy Corgan Received Treatment for an Undisclosed Medical Condition
In a series of Instagram posts, the Smashing Pumpkins frontman revealed that he was recently treated for an undisclosed condition.
Are Pearl Jam Touring Baseball Stadiums This Summer?
Pearl Jam's website accidentally leaked dates in for a month of shows at major league baseball stadiums this summer.
Inquest Into Dolores O’Riordan’s Death Opened
An autopsy has concluded that Dolores O'Riordan did not die of natural causes, and an inquest into her death has been ordered.
Cranberries Singer Dolores O’Riordan Dies
Dolores O’Riordan, who fronted the Irish alternative rock band the Cranberries, has died in a London hotel.
Arcade Fire’s Win Butler Slams Donald Trump for Calling Haiti a ‘S—hole’
Win Butler, whose wife and bandmate is of Haitian descent, called the Caribbean country "one of the most special and amazing places" on Earth.
Vinnie Paul’s Tour Bus Is for Sale
A 23-year-old tour bus owned by Vinnie Paul can be all yours.