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.
Spencer Kaufman
Metallica Take on the Haters at Glastonbury Gig With Explosive Set, Expressive T-Shirt + More
Metallica responded to all the weeks of backlash leading up to their headlining set at Glastonbury fest in England in a very clever and explosive way.
Staind’s Aaron Lewis Unleashes Profanity-Laced Tirade Against ‘A–hole’ Concertgoers
Staind frontman Aaron Lewis delivered an onstage rant for the ages against a group of unruly concertgoers at Rockfest in Kansas City.
Ace Frehley on Current KISS Lineup: ‘I Definitely Blow Tommy Thayer Off the Stage’
In a new interview, Ace Frehley claims that KISS were afraid he'd "blow Tommy Thayer off the stage" with his guitar skills.
Philip Anselmo Talks Possible Pantera Reunion, Performs With Zakk Wylde and Rex Brown
In a new interview, Philip Anselmo reiterates that the idea of a Pantera reunion is still very intriguing to him, and that he continues to discuss the possibility with Wylde.
Philip Anselmo Talks Possible Pantera Reunion, Performs With Zakk Wylde and Rex Brown
In a new interview, Philip Anselmo reiterates that the idea of a Pantera reunion is still very intriguing to him, and that he continues to discuss the possibility with Wylde.
Marilyn Manson Mourns Death of His Mother
Sad news for Marilyn Manson, aka Brian Warner, who is mourning the death of his mother. Barbara J. Warner passed away at the age of 68 this past Tuesday, May 13, after a long battle with dementia.
Metallica Rock National Anthem at San Francisco Giants Game
This past Friday (May 16) marked the second annual 'Metallica Night' at the San Francisco Giants' AT&T Park, and the metal legends got the festivities going with a rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' before the Giants took on the Miami Marlins.
Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley: ‘If I Have One Drink, The Docs Say I Will Die’
Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley was missing in action for several weeks, and now it turns out the singer-guitarist was hospitalized after years of alcoholism nearly killed him. The rocker's liver and kidneys recently collapsed as a result of his heavy drinking...
Judas Priest, ‘March of the Damned’ – Exclusive Song Preview
Judas Priest are set to unleash their newest album, 'Redeemer of Souls,' on July 15, and have already shared the title track with their fans. Now, Loudwire brings you an exclusive preview of the disc's first official single, 'March of the Damned' (watch and listen above).
Fan Reportedly Dies After Stage Dive at Miss May I Show in New York City
Tragic news to report, as a young fan has reportedly died following a stage dive at Miss May I's show at the Studio at Webster Hall in New York City last night (May 3).
Note Found at Kurt Cobain’s Death Scene Newly Unveiled by Seattle Police
Following the unveiling of a number of photos of Kurt Cobain's death scene in recent weeks, CBS has obtained a copy of a note found in the Nirvana frontman's wallet at the time of his death.
Download New Slayer Song ‘Implode’ for Free
Last night, we reported that Slayer surprised attendees and viewers of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards with an unannounced show-opening set that included the brand-new song 'Implode.' Today, the news gets better for Slayer fans, as the legendary band has made the tune available for free download!