Lauryn is the youngest full-time writer on the Loudwire staff, and somehow has the oldest taste in music. She'll chew your ear off about rockers from Jim Morrison to Chris Cornell, but especially loves geeking out about Guns N' Roses. Her writing journey began as a freelancer for Alternative Nation, which eventually led her to Loudwire, where she not only writes news stories, but hosts and produces video content (see our '30 Years of Grunge' series on YouTube), creates and hosts short-form videos for our social media channels and hosts a weekly segment on our Loudwire Weekends radio show called 'The GOAT,' which airs every Sunday at 11PM. You can follow Lauryn on Twitter (@laurynschaffs) and Instagram (@laurynschaffner).
Lauryn Schaffner
Soundgarden Members Reuniting for Benefit Show Under Old Moniker, See Who’s Singing
Soundgarden will reunite as Nudedragons for a benefit show in Seattle later this month, and Shaina Shepherd will join them on vocals.
Sadus Split With Drummer Jon Allen Following Disturbing Videos + Abuse Claims
Sadus have split with drummer Jon Allen, who was allegedly filmed abusing his partner while she was hooked up to a dialysis machine.
2024 Spotify Wrapped Is Here – See How to Get Yours
The 2024 edition of Spotify Wrapped is finally here, so find out how you can see your report of your listening habits from this year.
Axl Rose Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit – ‘There Was No Assault’
Guns N' Roses' Axl Rose has settled the sexual assault lawsuit filed against him in November of 2023 over an alleged incident that took place in 1989.
Possessed’s Jeff Becerra Responds to Claims That He Engaged Inappropriately With Teenage Fan
Possessed vocalist Jeff Becerra has issued a statement in regards to claims that he engaged inappropriately with a teenage fan.
Falling in Reverse Issue Statement on U.K. Tour Postponement
Falling in Reverse have issued a statement on the postponement of their U.K. tour dates, which was the result of Ronnie Radke's visa being denied.
My Chemical Romance Issue Statement on Death of Former Drummer Bob Bryar
My Chemical Romance have issued their first statement on the death of former drummer Bob Bryar, who was found dead in late November.
Ronnie Radke Feuding With Austrian Festival After Falling in Reverse Dropped From Lineup – ‘Go Eat a F–king Vienna Sausage’
Ronnie Radke is seemingly feuding with Austria after Falling in Reverse were removed from the 2025 Nova Rock Festival lineup.
Metallica + Linkin Park Were Reportedly Set to Earn Several Million Dollars for Sick New World Performances
A report states that Sick New World 2025 was canceled because Metallica and Linkin Park were set to earn $5 million each, and not enough tickets sold.
The Five Most ‘Slipknot’ Songs by Slipknot
These are the five Slipknot songs that sound the most Slipknot out of their entire discography, because they contain certain features only Slipknot songs have.
Tommy Vext Cancels Tour Dates ‘To Focus on Healing,’ Explains Decision in Statement
Tommy Vext has canceled a handful of upcoming solo tour dates in Texas, explaining in a statement that he needs to focus on his healing.
The ‘Big 4′ Bands of Boomer, Gen X + Millennial Dad Rock
See which bands make up the "Big 4" of dad rock for three generations — Boomer, Gen X and millennial — and why they're our picks.