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
10 Bands Whose Bassist Is the Only Original Member Left
They anchor the low end…and the band.
What Rock Band Has Sold the Most Albums?
Do you know?
Michigan Venue Bans Puddle of Mudd From Ever Playing There Again
See the venue's post about the situation.
True or False: Which of These 18 Legendary Rock + Metal Stories Actually Happened?
See how many you can guess correctly.
Danzig Cancel Houston Show on Tour Playing First Album in Full
See the Glenn Danzig-led band's latest update.
How Corey Taylor Came to Enjoy + Appreciate Metallica’s ‘St. Anger’
With a little help from a Stone Sour bandmate.
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.
Lars Ulrich Explains Why Metallica’s ‘M72 Tour’ Stage Is Donut Shaped
And his need for four drum kits onstage.
Rock Music Myths + Urban Legends That Don’t Sound True but Are
Truth is sometimes stranger than fiction.
Foo Fighters Surprise Crowd When Michael Bublé Joins Them Onstage
Arena rock meets adult contemporary.
KISS’ Paul Stanley Praises Taylor Swift After Attending Her ‘Eras Tour’ Show
The KISS rocker is now a Swiftie.
Have Dave Mustaine’s ‘Political Viewpoints’ Given the Megadeth Bandleader a Bad Rap?
That's what one former Megadeth member suggested.
How Did Flea Get His Name?
The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist has an interesting name.
Creed Again Stoke Band Reunion Rumors With Facebook Update
Is it going to happen?