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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Pete Burns, Singer of Dead or Alive, Dies
As the lead singer of Dead or Alive, Pete Burns had major U.S. hits with "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)" and "Brand New Lover."
Sinead O’Connor Has Been in Rehab
Sinead O'Connor has sought out treatment for her longtime marijuana habit.
The White Stripes Are Selling ‘Icky Trump’ T-Shirts
A couple of days after protesting the use of "Seven Nation Army" in an unofficial pro-Donald Trump video, the White Stripes are it one step further.
My Chemical Romance Teases Reissue of ‘The Black Parade’
The group will release a 10th anniversary edition of their concept album about death on Sept. 23.
Is Liam Gallagher Returning to Music?
Liam Gallaher hinted at coming out with a new project for the first time since the 2014 breakup of Beady Eye.
Sleigh Bells Release New Song, ‘Hyper Dark,’ Announce U.S. Tour
"Hyper Dark" is the third song to emerge from the Brooklyn duo since December.
Blink-182’s ‘Brohemian Rhapsody’ Video Stars Mumford and Sons Pretending to Be Blink-182
The English folkies poke fun at themselves in the Southern California punk band's new video.
Gene Simmons Apologizes for Comments About Prince’s Death
The Kiss bassist issued a statement saying that he was wrong to call Prince's death "pathetic."