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
Ted Nugent Says Donald Trump Came Up With the Title for His Next Album
It's no 'Penetrator,' but it works.
Willie Nelson Writes ‘Letters to America’ in the Country Legend’s Latest Book
Pre-orders are available now.
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A vaccine could be live music's saving grace.
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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Had ‘Very Different Reactions’ to the Coronavirus
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In a July 6 tweet, the president claimed that the noose incident was a hoax, also alleging that NASCAR's recent banning of the Confederate flag at races had contributed to low television ratings.
Photos: Inside America’s First Socially-distanced Concert
What was promoted as America's first "socially distanced" concert went ahead on Monday (May 18) in Arkansas, and now there are photos to prove it.
Arkansas Hosting First Socially-Distanced Concert — Here’s What to Expect
Attendees will be test subjects for a new kind of live show.
Dee Snider Backs Petition for AC/DC to Perform at Super Bowl Halftime Show
Former Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider has added his backing to a petition seeking to have classic rockers AC/DC perform at an upcoming Super Bowl halftime show.