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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Axl Rose on Death Hoax: ‘If I’m Dead, Do I Still Have to Pay Taxes?’
Apparently, an Internet hoax was making the rounds on Wednesday stating the almighty Axl Rose had died.
Troubled Creed Singer Scott Stapp Posts Two New Public Video Statements
Two more video statements have been posted by troubled Creed singer Scott Stapp.
Report: Creed’s Scott Stapp Was Placed on Psych Hold + Threatened to Kill Himself
A new report from TMZ reveals that Scott Stapp was placed on 72-hour psych hold, among other startling revelations.
Body of Megadeth Frontman Dave Mustaine’s Missing Mother-in-Law Found
Sad news to report this Thanksgiving, as the body of Dave Mustaine's missing mother-in-law Sally Estabrook has been found.
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.
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.
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.
Saving Abel, ‘Blood Stained Revolution’ – Exclusive Video Premiere
Just in time for Halloween, Saving Abel are premiering their video for 'Blood Stained Revolution' right here at Loudwire.
Slipknot Stream New Album ‘.5: The Gray Chapter’
Listen to Slipknot's new disc in its entirety before it's released on Oct. 21.
Hellyeah on the Meaning of New Single ‘Moth’
'Moth' is one of the standout cuts on Hellyeah's 'Blood for Blood' album, and we asked them all about the tune when they recently stopped by our studio.
You Me At Six on Breaking Through in America, ‘Cavalier Youth’ + More
During a recent trip to New York, You Me At Six stopped by the Loudwire studio to discuss their U.S. success, the creation of the new album and more.