Philip Trapp is a writer and music journalist who joined Loudwire in February 2019. In addition to covering rock and metal 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 once made Kenny G wait on hold.
Philip Trapp
Sammy Hagar Explains How Tool’s ‘Ænima’ Changed His Life
He included it in his rundown of life-altering records.
Eddie Van Halen’s ‘Hot for Teacher’ Guitar Goes for $3.9 Million at Auction
Even its minimum bid was millions.
Metallica Share ’72 Seasons’ Lyric Videos in Many Different Languages
See them all here.
Robert Trujillo Contributes Vocals to a Metallica Recording for First Time on ’72 Seasons’
Get the details from the bassist himself.
Ozzy Osbourne Photographer Remembers Difficult ‘Bark at the Moon’ Photo Shoot
'Ozzy was terrified of dogs,' lensman Fin Costello said.
Everything We Know So Far About the Upcoming KISS Biopic on Netflix
'Shout It Out Loud' is coming soon.
Joe Elliott Recorded a Def Leppard Duet With His Younger Self
He said it was like singing with a ghost that's still alive.
Paul Stanley Blasts the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Over KISS’ Induction
He also threw shade at ex-KISS members.
Roger Waters Shares First Music From His ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Re-Recording
The Pink Floyd icon re-made the entire album.
Ranking the Closing Song on Every Metallica Album
See if you agree with our ranking.