Philip Trapp is a writer and music journalist who joined Loudwire in February 2019. In addition to covering rock and metal for Loudwire, he also contributes to related outlets such as PopCrush, ScreenCrush and Taste of Country. Philip has reported on music and other entertainment since 2016. He previously wrote for Alternative Press, HM Magazine, Music Times, Classicalite and others. Along the way, he's defended Limp Bizkit on Sirius XM, gotten caught in a downpour with the band Hundredth and once made Kenny G wait on hold.
Philip Trapp
Sammy Hagar Explains How Tool’s ‘Ænima’ Changed His Life
He included it in his rundown of life-altering records.
Rockers Who’ve Defended Metallica’s Lars Ulrich
The Metallica drummer often gets a bad rap.
Courtney Love Says Kurt Cobain’s Aspirations for Fame Were Equal to Madonna’s
In his lifetime, Cobain was seen as the reluctant rock star.
Corey Taylor Says He Didn’t Have to Help His Son Griffin With Anything
His son, Griffin, is in the metal band Vended.
Monster’s Legendary Warped Tour Water Is Now for Sale to the Public
Taste the canned goodness for yourself.
The Time Steven Adler Was Kidnapped by His Brother to Help Him Kick Drugs
The Guns N' Roses alum had a rough time with drugs.
Watch Steel Panther’s ‘America’s Got Talent’ Audition
They've got the eyes of a panther.
Guitarist Joe Trohman Returns to Fall Out Boy After Taking Hiatus From Band
The rocker took a hiatus from the group earlier this year.