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
Study Shows Which Rock + Metal Songs’ Lyrics Are Most Often Misheard
Everyone usually gets the words wrong.
Rockers Name the Best Songs to Get People Into Their Bands
These are the tracks where fandom begins.
Evanescence’s ‘Bring Me to Life’ Is No. 1 on iTunes + the Internet Has Questions
No one can seem to figure out why.
Photos: How Woodstock ’99 Progressed Into Absolute Chaos
The most infamous festival of all time.
The Most-Replayed Scenes From the 20 Most Popular Rock + Metal Music Videos
These are the scenes you keep watching over and over.
New Fan Verification App Fave Requires Proof of Fandom to Access Concert Tickets + More
The future of fandom is looking bright.
The Satanic Panic Is Trending Again, Twitter Reacts
What year is it?
New Dee Snider Graphic Novel About PMRC Battle Coming Soon
Courtesy of Z2 Comics.
The 10 Least-Played Slipknot Songs on Spotify
Least-played, not the worst!
Red Hot Chili Peppers End Up Supporting ASAP Rocky After He Arrives Late to Show
The lineup had to be modified.