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
Cause of Death Revealed for Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie
The English musician died at 79 last year.
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.
Kid Listening to Metallica Just Wants Mom to Leave Her Alone
Just casually rockin' out to 'Master of Puppets.'
Mariah Carey Plans to Release Her Lost Alt-Rock Album From the ’90s
The pop singer went grunge in secret.
New Show ‘The Muppets Mayhem’ Will Follow a Struggling Muppet Band
Disney+ has greenlit the new musical Muppets series.
Nirvana ‘Nevermind’ Baby Album Cover Lawsuit Dismissed by Judge
Is this the end for Spencer Elden's case against the band?
Gene Simmons Explains Why KISS Canceled Their 2021 Las Vegas Residency
From the mouth of The Demon himself.
Paul McCartney’s Yamaha Is Now the Most Expensive Bass Ever Sold at Auction
See other big sales from the recent 'Guitar Icons' auction.
Brian May Apologizes for Gender Comments He Says Were Misrepresented
Read a statement from the musician.
William Eisen, Father of KISS’ Paul Stanley, Dies at Age 101
See the rocker's heartfelt remembrance.
Tommy Lee + John Travolta Display Their Unlikely Friendship With Baking Tips
See a video of the pair demonstrating their hobby.