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
25 Bands Whose Singer Is the Only Original Member Left
The lead vocalist stands alone.
Mike Shinoda Is Really Into Sleep Token, Says They’re ‘Adventurous’
He looks for something specific in new music.
Chino Moreno Details How Madonna Signed Deftones to Their First Major Record Deal
A bit of nu-metal history.
Queens of the Stone Age’s Josh Homme Says He’s ‘All Clear’ After Cancer Treatment
The rocker recently revealed he was diagnosed in 2022.
Tool’s Maynard James Keenan Reunites With His Army Roommate – Photos
A heartwarming reunion for Veterans Day.
Why Is Metal Music Called ‘Metal’?
The term's origins are a tangled part of music history.
Slipknot Fans React to the Band Parting Ways With Drummer Jay Weinberg
See the reactions.
Marilyn Manson Lawsuit Over Alleged Concert Spitting Incident Goes Back to Civil Court
It's not over yet, according to the judge.
Pantera’s Philip Anselmo Turns His Entire Home Into a Haunted House for Halloween – Watch
The Pantera vocalist sure knows how to celebrate Halloween.
Did Slipknot + Weezer Really Plan a ‘Sleezer’ Co-Headlining Tour?
The rumor has sprung up on social media.
Concertgoer Dressed as Furry Badly Injured in Mosh Pit, Starts Fundraiser After Video Goes Viral
See how you can support.
Ronnie Radke Wipes His Social Media Accounts of All But One Photo
Yet he continues going after others on his Instagram Story.
Bands That Swapped Instruments Onstage, for Better or Worse
Sometimes a changeup works.
Ticketmaster U.K.’s Plan to Help Venues Can Make Your Ticket Cost More
The extra amount gets donated to the Music Venue Trust.