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
Anthrax Guitarist Scott Ian Talks ‘I’m the Man,’ Mother’s Reaction to Book, ’70s New York + More
Scott Ian recently stopped by our studio to chat about his new book 'I'm the Man: The Story of That Guy From Anthrax.'
Green Day, Lou Reed + Joan Jett Among 2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
A big congratulations to Green Day, who have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Lou Reed and others.
Jane’s Addiction’s Dave Navarro Designs Guitar Strap Sex Toy
Jane's Addiction guitarist Dave Navarro has come up with perhaps the most innovative guitar strap ever.
Green Day Guitarist Jason White Battling Tonsil Cancer
Green Day have revealed that their guitarist Jason White is battling tonsil cancer.
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.
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.
AC/DC Shares Its Scariest Tour Moments
Angus Young and Brian Johnson of AC/DC talk about their scariest moments on tour.
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.
Black Veil Brides on Band’s Evolution, Relationship With Fans + More
Black Veil Brides are back with a new self-titled album, which recently landed at No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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.