Philip Trapp is a writer and journalist who joined Loudwire in February 2019. In addition to covering music and culture 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 he once made Kenny G wait on hold.
Philip Trapp
The 10 Most Popular Rock Music Movies
These are the highest grossing movies about rock music of all time.
Man Wakes Up to Cockroach Playing His Guitar (Allegedly)
Does this prove that insects have musical talent?
The History of Guitar Smashing in Rock ‘n’ Roll
Who was the first musician to destroy their axe onstage?
Woman Who Let Metallica Practice in Her Home Remembers Them as ‘Respectful’
The band practiced at the house in the '80s.
Ranking the Opening Song on Every Metallica Album
See our ranking.
How Sting + Genesis Became 2022’s Highest-Paid Entertainers in the World
The two topped entertainer salaries worldwide.
Everything We Know About Metallica’s ’72 Seasons’ So Far
Are you ready for the new album?