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
Who Invented Metalcore?
The fusion genre has a history.
Pop-Punk Band Randomly Features on New Song by K-Pop Girl Group
Remember the band Boys Like Girls?
Paramore’s Hayley Williams Reacts to Pyro Mixup – ‘Somebody’s Getting Fired’
She channeled her inner Beyonce.
Mike Shinoda Is Really Into Sleep Token, Says They’re ‘Adventurous’
He looks for something specific in new music.
25 Bands Whose Singer Is the Only Original Member Left
The lead vocalist stands alone.
2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Rock + Metal Fans
Need a holiday gift that says rock and metal?
Dave Lombardo Couldn’t Understand Why Slayer Were Accused of Being Nazis
The drummer looks back on the controversy from Slayer's early days.
Megadeth Guitarist Kiko Loureiro Extends His Absence From the Band
See the guitarist's statement.
Chino Moreno Details How Madonna Signed Deftones to Their First Major Record Deal
A bit of nu-metal history.