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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New Concert Suggests How Post-COVID-19 Seating Charts Might Work
A theater in Arkansas is establishing "fan pods" for an upcoming show by Travis McCready of country-rock group Bishop Gunn.
John Prine Dies: Rockers React
The death of the legendary singer-songwriter brought out tributes via social media.
R.E.M.’s ‘It’s the End of the World’ Is a Hit Due to Coronavirus
The global pandemic has pushed the 1987 single onto iTunes' Top Songs chart.
Black Keys Announce Summer 2020 Tour
Summer trek will continue support of last year's 'Let's Rock' album.
How the Who’s ‘Love, Reign O’er Me’ Saved Eddie Vedder’s Life
Band recorded the classic for their fan club and gave it a proper release to coincide with an Adam Sandler movie.
Congressman Says Pearl Jam Have Been ‘Led Astray’ on Ticket Bill
Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. has responded to the band's letter about his BOSS Act.
Pearl Jam Unhappy With ‘Flawed’ Ticket Reform Bill
They've sent a letter to two Congressmen who re-introduced a bill aimed at fixing the re-sell market.
Foo Fighters Announce the Van Tour 2020
Band will celebrate 25th anniversary by playing many of the same cities hit in 1995.
Watch Pearl Jam’s Third ‘Dance of the Clairvoyants’ Video
"Mach III" clip appears a week after the first two.
Doobie Brothers, NIN, T-Rex and Depeche Mode Inducted Into Rock Hall
Class of 2020 includes acts who made their fame in the '70s, '80s and '90s.