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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‘The Dirt’ Director ‘Hated Every Second’ of Filming Skylar’s Hospital Scenes
Jeff Tremaine spoke of the difficulty in depicting the death of Vince Neil's daughter Skylar in 'The Dirt.'
The Aftermath of Vince Neil’s Car Crash
Death of Hanoi Rocks drummer Razzle led to singer being ostracized from other members of the band.
The Stories Behind the Non-Motley Crue Songs in ‘The Dirt’
A look at the songs not performed by the band heard in the biopic.
Rock Star Whiskeys
Since the beginning of the craft whiskey boom of the early-to-mid '10s, a handful of rockers have partnered with distilleries to launch their own line of the spirit.
Black Keys Announce 2019 North American ‘Let’s Rock’ Tour
Band will play 31 shows in North America this fall.
Nikki Sixx Says He Doesn’t Remember Alleged Rape in ‘The Dirt’
Bassist now tries to distance himself from incident recounted in Motley Crue book.
Quiet Riot’s Kelly Garni Said He Once Tried to Kill Kevin DuBrow
Bassist says he was fired for trying to shoot band's singer, not guitarist Randy Rhoads.
Rudy Sarzo Says Randy Rhoads Saved Ozzy Osbourne From Plane Crash
Bassist says late guitarist prevented plane from hitting tour bus.
Alice Cooper and Halestorm Announce Summer Co-Headlining Tour
Rockers will play amphitheaters in 19 cities across the U.S. in July and August.
Meet Douglas Booth, ‘The Dirt”s Nikki Sixx
Even though actor is only 26, he comes to Motley Crue movie with an impressive list of credits.
Meet Machine Gun Kelly, ‘The Dirt”s Tommy Lee
Rapper plays Motley Crue drummer in upcoming movie.
Duff McKagan Says New Guns N’ Roses Record Is ‘Real’ and ‘Magnificent’
The bassist said that Axl Rose's new material is "magnificent," but added that the band doesn't work on a traditional timetable.