Lauryn is the youngest writer on the Loudwire staff, and has the oldest taste in music. She'll chew your ear off about rockers ranging from Jim Morrison to Chris Cornell, and don't even get her started on Guns N' Roses. Her writing journey began as a freelancer for Alternative Nation, which eventually led her to Loudwire, where she prides herself on being an old soul.
Lauryn Schaffner
Founding Slipknot Drummer Joey Jordison Dead at 46
Rest in peace.
Alex Lifeson Reveals Why Rush Didn’t Improvise During Shows Early On
Though they eventually switched it up.
Eric Clapton Says He Won’t Play Shows Where Vaccination is Required
He considers that 'discrimination.'
Alice in Chains’ Jerry Cantrell Confirms Project With Duff McKagan After Photo Leak
They're working together on something.
Eddie Vedder Thought Pearl Jam ‘Were Going to Be Crushed’ By Fame Following ‘Ten’
The Seattle explosion almost broke them.
Metallica Announce New ‘Black Album’-Enhanced Batch of BLACKENED Whiskey
It's a new limited edition batch.
Metallica Suing Insurer for Damages From Postponed 2020 Tour
It was set to take place just after the lockdown.
There Are Only Four Songs Guns N’ Roses Haven’t Played Live
They've almost played 'em all.
‘Appetite for Destruction’ Engineer Recalls Slash’s ‘Funny’ Habit While Soloing
It's something that would happen in the studio.
Metallica Post Cryptic ‘Black Album 2021′ Teaser on Social Media
What could it be?
Rob Halford Calls New Judas Priest Music ‘Very Potent’
They have a lot of demos done.
These Are the 19 Songs Led Zeppelin Have Never Played Live
A whole lotta live.