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 Shortest + Longest Rock Star Marriages
Some rock star marriages are over and done with in the blink of an eye, while others continue for decades on decades.
The Most Controversial Song From the Year You Were Born
What tune caused the biggest controversy in your birth year?
Kelly Osbourne + Sid Wilson Had a ‘Huge Fight’ About Their Baby’s Last Name
After Kelly Osbourne and her boyfriend Sid Wilson of Slipknot had a baby together in 2022, the matter of the child's last name caused some issues.
The 35 Best Mustaches in Rock Music
We 'mustache' you a question: What are rock music's best mustaches? See our list of the greatest lip rugs in rock.
KISS’ Gene Simmons Remembers the Only Time He Ever Got High
KISS icon Gene Simmons tells the story of the only time he ever got high, provoked by his son Nick on a podcast.
Rockers Who’ve Defended Metallica’s Lars Ulrich
The Metallica drummer often gets a bad rap.
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.
Final Tours That Weren’t Final + Farewell Tours That Were Actually Farewell Tours
Sometimes final tours actually mean farewell. Sometimes they don't.
Sharon Osbourne Says Ozzy Plans to Play Two Final Shows in England
Last year, the metal legend said his touring days 'have ended.'