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
Unusual Effects Pedal Makes Your Guitar Sound Like Farts
For those about to rip one.
Ronnie Wood + Fellow Rolling Stones Pay Tribute to Charlie Watts
See how the band are honoring the late drummer.
Concertgoer Who Had Beer Slammed Into His Face Totally Cool With It
The violent clip has gone viral.
Bass Guitar Made Out of 2,000 Lego Bricks Actually Plays
It really slaps.
Hear Limp Bizkit’s ‘Break Stuff’ Reimagined as a Broadway Show Tune
This probably won't have you breaking stuff.
Study Shows You Actually Can Judge Someone by Their Taste in Music
Heavy metal is linked to logic-based thinking.
Of Course Adidas’ ‘South Park’ Towelie Sneakers Have a Hidden Stash Pocket
You'll have no idea what's going on in these things.
Heavy Metal Can Help Lower Blood Pressure + Heart Rate, Study Reportedly Claims
For your (metal) health.
Brian May Reveals He Had a Heart Attack After His ‘Bizarre Gardening Accident’
The Queen guitarist goes into detail about his recent emergency.