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
Poll: What’s the Best Judas Priest Song? – Vote Now
Five decades of metal to choose from.
Mick Jagger Went to a Dive Bar Last Night and No One Recognized Him
The patrons were apparently Rolling Stones fans, too.
Poll: What’s the Best Nirvana Song? – Vote Now
Entertain us.
Watch Metallica Read Bad Reviews of ‘The Black Album’ on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
They also did an interview and played two songs.
10 Facts You May Not Have Known About Slipknot’s ‘Iowa’
That aren't about how 'dark and heavy' it is.
KISS’ Paul Stanley Praises Metallica – How Could You Not Be a Fan
From one huge band to another.
12 Bands Who Are Considered Pioneers of Grunge
They helped create what became known as the Seattle sound.
Guy Attempts to Recreate Unreleased Megadeth Song Out of Teaser Clips
And it's ridiculously heavy.
Founding Slipknot Drummer Joey Jordison Dead at 46
Rest in peace.