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
15 Most Disastrous Music Festivals in History
Whether hardship or tragedy, these festivals all turned out bad.
What Rock Band Has Sold the Most Albums?
Do you know?
How Did AC/DC Get Their Band Name?
Danger, high voltage.
Removal of Suggestive Song From Kids Version of Queen’s ‘Greatest Hits’ Causes Outcry
The version of the album is on Yoto, a music player especially for children.
How Did Foo Fighters Get Their Band Name?
What's a foo?
Metallica Fans Really Liked Destroying the Chairs at LA-Area Venues, Lars Ulrich Says
Early Metallica shows were wild.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Myths + Urban Legends That Have Been Debunked
The tallest tall tales among rock music.
Kurt Cobain Guitar Pick Sold for $14K Now Reportedly the World’s Most Expensive Pick
That's a lot for a pick.
Mick Mars Says Motley Crue Didn’t Speak to Him for Their Entire 2022 Tour
He also suggested he never wants to talk to them again.