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
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx Started Taking Bass Lessons Again
He also recently started playing with his fingers for the first time.
KISS’ Gene Simmons Says He Makes Money at an Olympic Level Now
Take it from Mr. Moneybags himself.
Watch the Dedication of Eddie Van Halen Memorial in Guitar Legend’s Hometown
The late rocker gets honored.
Two Grateful Dead T-Shirts Become Most Expensive Rock Shirts Ever Sold at Auction
Other vintage rock T-shirts can keep on truckin'.
How Many Rubber Gloves Will Prevent Guitarist From Playing ‘Enter Sandman’?
This rocker makes his own obstacles on the fretboard.
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx Explains Why He Legally Took His Stage Name
The rocker uncovers that and more in his new book.
The 10 Most Romantic Hard Rock Songs to Set the Mood
If you need to set the mood, turn these romantic hard rock songs on.
Smash Mouth Singer Reveals Hiatus From Band After Mystery Frontman Fills In
'All Star' vocalist Steve Harwell didn't perform for several shows.
Unusual Effects Pedal Makes Your Guitar Sound Like Farts
For those about to rip one.