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
Dave Mustaine Says There’s a Reason Megadeth + Metallica Don’t Play Together Anymore
The bands last graced the stage together in 2011.
Marc Maron Explains Why He Doesn’t Like Tool
Maron spelled it out on his 'WTF' podcast.
Van Halen Alumni Michael Anthony + Gary Cherone Reunite Onstage
It happened at a show from Sammy Hagar and the Circle.
Enter to Win Metallica Memorabilia From San Francisco Giants Game
Get the details here.
Report: Heavy Metal Was the Fastest Growing Music Genre in 2018
According to new stats from TuneCore.
Watch Spinal Tap Reunite for their First Performance in a Decade
No, they didn't do 'Stonehenge.'
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Meets Heavy Metal Fan With Autism in Heartwarming Video
Ahead of the band's second annual day of service.
Megadeth’s David Ellefson Got Dave Mustaine’s ‘Blessing’ to Try Out for Metallica
We almost had Meg-tallica.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Sequel in Discussions After Queen Biopic’s Success
But where will it go after the first film?