Spencer Kaufman

Spencer Kaufman is the Editor-in-Chief of Loudwire. He grew up playing stickball and basketball in Brooklyn, N.Y., before graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Communication Arts. He has been a professional music journalist for more than a decade in New York City. He digs punk, hardcore and industrial music, and fondly remembers the time Iggy Pop landed on him after a stage dive. His favorite movie is 'Taxi Driver' and he once played in a fictional college band called the Raging De Niros.

J. Geils Dead at 71

Sad news to report, as J. Geils, the guitarist and founder of his namesake group the J. Geils Band, has died at the age of 71.

The Who Are Much More Than ‘Alright’ at Madison Square Garden Show: Review and Photos

The Who definitely gave the fans at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, March 3, a show to remember.

Black Sabbath Postpone Shows as Ozzy Osbourne Battles Extreme Sinusitis [Updated]

Black Sabbath fans in Edmonton and Calgary will have to wait a bit longer to see the heavy metal legends on their final tour.

Rock Legend David Bowie Dies at 69

Absolutely shocking and sad news to report, as rock legend David Bowie has passed away at the age of 69. The music icon died Jan. 10 after an 18 month battle with cancer that had not been previously revealed.

Axl Rose Tweets: Only Thing I’ve ‘Confirmed’ Is My Love of Taco Bell

Amid all the reports and rumors about a classic Guns N' Roses reunion, Axl Rose has remained silent -- until now.

Kirk Hammett: New Metallica Album Most Likely in 2016, At Worst Early 2017

According to Kirk Hammett, it is likely a new Metallica album will arrive next year, but he doesn't guarantee it, offering early 2017 as a possibility, as well.

Metallica Share Video of James Hetfield Recording New Album

After James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett recently confirmed that Metallica are working on their first new studio album since 2008's 'Death Magnetic,' the band has now posted footage of Hetfield recording in the studio.

Bindi Irwin Dances to AC/DC’s ‘You Shook Me All Night Long’ on ‘Dancing With the Stars’

Australian television personality Bindi Irwin brought some hard rock to ABC's Dancing With the Stars last night by dancing the tango to AC/DC's "You Shook Me All Night Long" with partner Derek Hough.

Steven Adler on Potential Guns N’ Roses Reunion: ‘The Whole Arena Would Cry With Joy’

Drummer Steven Adler is the first "classic" member to comment on the recent developments and rumors regarding Guns N' Roses.

Motorhead Cancel Denver Riot Fest Gig Due to High Altitude Concerns for Lemmy Kilmister

Motorhead decided to cancel their appearance at Riot Fest in Denver last night after cutting short their gig in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Thursday night.