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's only official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter profiles are all @philiptrapp.
Philip Trapp
Dave Mustaine Says There’s a Reason Megadeth + Metallica Don’t Play Together Anymore
The bands last graced the stage together in 2011.
Marc Maron Explains Why He Doesn’t Like Tool
Maron spelled it out on his 'WTF' podcast.
Will Ferrell Hops Onstage to Play Cowbell at His Son’s First Live Show
That's a heck of a debut gig.
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong Says He’s Renouncing U.S. Citizenship – ‘F–k America’
He doesn't need your authority.
William Eisen, Father of KISS’ Paul Stanley, Dies at Age 101
See the rocker's heartfelt remembrance.
David Coverdale Remembers Tawny Kitaen – She Was ‘Synonymous With Whitesnake’
The actress died at age 59.
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx Started Taking Bass Lessons Again
He also recently started playing with his fingers for the first time.
Watch Kirk Hammett Unbox Walmart’s Exclusive Metallica Funko Pop! Figure Set
The 'Black Album' gets the Funko treatment.