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.
Dave Lifton
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The song started and ended in daylight, with darkness in between.
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Ozzy Osbourne Year by Year Photos: 1969-2023
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Why Metallica Struggled to Move on With Jason Newsted
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Concept envisioned the band as superheroes sent to "save the world with rock 'n' roll."
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