Dave Ling is the News/Lives Editor at Classic Rock magazine. With a rich background in music journalism, his work spans various publications, focusing on the music business, genres, and pop culture, while also covering entertainment news and subcultures. Dave's insights and expertise have been featured in MSN, NewsBreak, Louder, and Yahoo News.
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Dave Ling's coverage primarily focuses on expert commentary, event coverage, and announcements related to rock music, heavy metal bands, music history, and band interviews. He would likely be interested in pitches that offer access to exclusive interviews with musicians or industry insiders who can provide unique insights into the topics he covers.
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