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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Prince Finds a ‘Black Muse’ in Damaris Lewis: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince met model and dancer Damaris Lewis in 2010, and she remained a part of his inner circle for the rest of his life.
How Patti LaBelle Once Made Prince ‘Flip': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Patti LaBelle recorded a pair of Prince songs, including "Yo Mister," at the height of her '80s-era solo popularity.
How Prince Got His Start With ‘Just Another Sucker': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
To celebrate the incredibly prolific, influential and diverse body of work left behind by Prince, we will be exploring a different song of his each day for an entire year with the series 365 Prince Songs in a Year.
Because of his role in the careers of the Time, Vanity 6 and others, one could be forgiven for thinking that Prince created the Minneapolis R&B/funk scene by himself. In...
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How Prince Became a ‘Super Hero': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince gave "Super Hero" to Earth, Wind & Fire, and he also starred as a superhero in a pair of comic books.
John L. Nelson Gets His Closeup: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
'Don't Play With Love,' an album comprised of songs written by Prince's dad will be released in March 2018.
Prince Re-Records His Past for ‘Purple Medley': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince gave his back catalog the Stars on 45 treatment, delivering new versions of classics for the "Purple Medley."
Prince Mocks His Own Fame in ‘Movie Star': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Recorded two years after 'Purple Rain' made him huge, "Movie Star" finds Prince mocking his own adjustment to fame.
Prince Finally Pops The Big Question: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
"The Holy River" describes the spiritual journey Prince took that led him to propose to Mayte Garcia.
Will Liquor Be Sold at Prince’s Paisley Park During Super Bowl Week?
The city of Chanhassen, Minn., will vote to determine if alcohol can be sold at events held at Paisley Park in conjunction with this year's Super Bowl.
Why Prince Cut ‘Horny Pony’ from ‘Diamonds and Pearls': 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Prince tried to start a new dance craze called the "Horny Pony."