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
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Keyboardist Vitalij Kuprij Dead at 49
The Ukrainian-American pianist and Trans-Siberian Orchestra regular just played with the band on their latest winter tour.
AC/DC Launch Mysterious Countdown Tease – Are You Ready?
Something is happening.
Why Do the Grammys Hate Metal?
Many feel the Recording Academy has neglected the genre.
Even Metallica Are Making Fun of the ‘St. Anger’ Drum Sound Now
Jokey self-awareness looks good on Metallica.
Sublime Confirm Reunion With Bradley Nowell’s Son Jakob, Plan Shows
They tested the waters at a 2023 benefit.
What 10 Rock Stars Had for Their Last Meals
See the gallery.
KISS’ Paul Stanley Picks the Best + Worst Records He’s Made
The rocker doesn't hold back.
Gene Simmons Promises That KISS’ Virtual Avatars Will ‘Get Better’
They're putting a lot of money into it.
Rock Stars Who Are Grandparents – Photos
See a photo gallery of famous rockers who all have grandkids.
Surviving Members of Sublime to Play Benefit Show With Bradley Nowell’s Son Jakob
It's for a special benefit concert.
The Most Expensive Guitars of All Time
From Clapton to Cobain, these axes drew hefty price tags.
Why Is Metal Music Called ‘Metal’?
The term's origins are a tangled part of music history.