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
Final Tours That Weren’t Final + Farewell Tours That Were Actually Farewell Tours
Sometimes final tours actually mean farewell. Sometimes they don't.
(hed)p.e.’s Road Manager Takes Down Intruder After Tour Bus Invasion
See a clip and hear the full story.
Sharon Osbourne Says Ozzy Plans to Play Two Final Shows in England
Last year, the metal legend said his touring days 'have ended.'
Aaron Lewis’ Own Record Label Doesn’t Agree With Him
How does that work?
Pantera Is the Best Metal Band on Earth, According to Coal Chamber + DevilDriver’s Dez Fafara
See why the rocker thinks so.
Rock Fans React to Newly Announced Super Bowl LVIII Pregame Performers
See the reactions.
Sleep Token Announce 2024 North American Tour
Worship at a concert near you.
Even Metallica Are Making Fun of the ‘St. Anger’ Drum Sound Now
Jokey self-awareness looks good on Metallica.
Shortest Rock Star Marriages
These celebrity marriages were too fast for love.
Sublime Confirm Reunion With Bradley Nowell’s Son Jakob, Plan Shows
They tested the waters at a 2023 benefit.
Why Do Slipknot Wear Masks?
The masks are an important part of the band's mystique.