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
KISS’ Gene Simmons Says He Doesn’t Have Friends
What about Paul?
Mustaine Says He Texted Hetfield About the Metallica Singer’s Onstage Insecurity
He said he didn't hear back, though.
Footage of Legendary 1970 Led Zeppelin Show Unearthed After 52 Years
In the days of their youth…
Jack Osbourne Thinks the Government Is Hiding the Truth About UFOs
He said it goes beyond presidents and Congress.
The Most Expensive Guitars of All Time
From Clapton to Cobain, these axes drew hefty price tags.
Motley Crue + Def Leppard’s Stadium Tour Has Made Almost $5M Per Show
Take them to the top.
Tony Iommi Reveals Why Geezer Butler Didn’t Join Him + Ozzy at Commonwealth Games
The two Sabbath icons lit up the games' closing ceremony.
10 Alternative Rock Songs Written Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs
Did drugs and alcohol help or hurt these tunes?
Chris Jericho Calls Vince Neil ‘Notorious’ for What He Does When Singing Live
Neil returned to the stage with Motley Crue this summer.
Dee Snider Fights Inflation With ‘Not Gonna Take It’ Protest About Cell Plans
See video of the demonstration.