Spencer Kaufman is the Editor-in-Chief of Loudwire. He grew up playing stickball and basketball in Brooklyn, N.Y., before graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Communication Arts. He has been a professional music journalist for more than a decade in New York City. He digs punk, hardcore and industrial music, and fondly remembers the time Iggy Pop landed on him after a stage dive. His favorite movie is 'Taxi Driver' and he once played in a fictional college band called the Raging De Niros.
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Hero Cop Who Gunned Down Dimebag’s Killer Left Police Force After Suffering Stress Disorders
Dec. 8, 2004, will forever live in infamy as the day the metal world lost Dimebag Darrell of Pantera and Damageplan fame.
Green Day Guitarist Jason White Battling Tonsil Cancer
Green Day have revealed that their guitarist Jason White is battling tonsil cancer.
Creed Bassist Brian Marshall Contacts Troubled Singer Scott Stapp
While guitarist Mark Tremonti said he was unable to reach Scott Stapp, bassist Brian Marshall reveals he has made contact with the troubled singer.
Angus Young + Brian Johnson Discuss Malcolm Young’s Absence From AC/DC [Exclusive Video]
We sat down with guitarist Angus Young and singer Brian Johnson to discuss Malcolm's absence from the band and the decision to keep going without him.
Loudwire Music Festival Launches Public Onsale for Various Ticket Packages
Linkin Park are headlining one of the nights of the three-day 2015 Loudwire Music Festival, set to take place June 26-28 in Grand Junction, Colo.
Marilyn Manson’s New Album ‘The Pale Emperor’ To Arrive in January
Marilyn Manson fans, rejoice! The title, track list and apparent artwork of the Antichrist Superstar's upcoming album have been unveiled.
Murder-for-Hire Charges Against AC/DC Drummer Phil Rudd Have Been Dropped
The shocking murder-for-hire charges against AC/DC's Phil Rudd have now been dropped due to "insufficient evidence."
Papa Roach’s Jacoby Shaddix ‘Incredibly Sorry’ for Wayne Static Comments
Like many figures in the rock and metal world, Jacoby Shaddix was quick to react to the shocking news that Wayne Statichad passed away over the weekend.
AC/DC Drummer Phil Rudd Charged With ‘Attempting to Procure a Murder’
Absolutely shocking news coming out of New Zealand, where AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd is being charged with attempting to procure a murder.
Papa Roach + Seether Announce Co-Headlining 2015 U.S. Tour
Two of rock's powerhouse bands are teaming up to co-headline a U.S. trek in early 2015.
Wayne Static Death: Rockers React
Many rock and metal musicians have reacted to the death of Wayne Static via social media.
Wayne Static Dead at 48
We're shocked and saddened to report that Wayne Static has died at the age of 48.