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

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Do you know the answer?

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Would you watch this on the big screen?

10 Bands Whose Bassist Is the Only Original Member Left
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What Rock Band Has Sold the Most Albums?
Do you know?

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True or False: Which of These 18 Legendary Rock + Metal Stories Actually Happened?
See how many you can guess correctly.

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