Lauryn is the youngest full-time writer on the Loudwire staff, and somehow has the oldest taste in music. She'll chew your ear off about rockers from Jim Morrison to Chris Cornell, but especially loves geeking out about Guns N' Roses. Her writing journey began as a freelancer for Alternative Nation, which eventually led her to Loudwire, where she not only writes news stories, but hosts and produces video content (see our '30 Years of Grunge' series on YouTube), creates and hosts short-form videos for our social media channels and hosts a weekly segment on our Loudwire Weekends radio show called 'The GOAT,' which airs every Sunday at 11PM. You can follow Lauryn on Twitter (@laurynschaffs) and Instagram (@laurynschaffner).
Lauryn Schaffner
Tommy Vext Cancels Tour Dates ‘To Focus on Healing,’ Explains Decision in Statement
Tommy Vext has canceled a handful of upcoming solo tour dates in Texas, explaining in a statement that he needs to focus on his healing.
The ‘Big 4′ Bands of Boomer, Gen X + Millennial Dad Rock
See which bands make up the "Big 4" of dad rock for three generations — Boomer, Gen X and millennial — and why they're our picks.
2024 Rock + Metal Holiday Gift Guide
Check out our 2024 rock and metal holiday gift guide, which includes gear, electronics, Loudwire merch, artist gifts and more.
The Wildest Rock + Metal Moments of 2024
In this week's Loud List video compilation, we present the wildest rock and metal moments of 2024, featuring Green Day, Gojira and more.
Linkin Park’s New Album ‘From Zero’ Debuts at No. 1 in 10 Countries
Linkin Park's new album 'From Zero' debuted at No. 1 in 10 different countries and No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart in the U.S.
10 Rockers Who Quit Music + Pursued Other Careers
These rock and metal musicians used to play in relatively successful bands, but eventually quit music and pursued other career paths.
Annalynn Singer Admits to Faking Cancer Diagnosis for Money, Band Issues Statement
Annalynn singer has admitted to faking a cancer diagnosis over the summer to raise funds for his personal debts, and the band has addressed it in a statement.
Oceano Singer Responds to Criticism Over Tour With Attila + Dealer
Oceano singer Adam Warren has responded to criticism online over the band's recently-announced America's Rejects Tour with Attila and Dealer.
Grunge: A Verbal History of the Music + Subculture
We compiled all of our '30 Years of Grunge' episodes into one long documentary that details the history of the Seattle grunge scene.
Metalheads Name ‘Wildest’ Concert Crowds They’ve Been in on Reddit
Metalheads name the bands they've seen live that had the wildest concert crowds, including Motorhead, Pantera, Slayer and more.
My Chemical Romance 2025 Tour Sold Out + Fans Are Pissed at Band
My Chemical Romance's 2025 'Long Live the Black Parade' tour has sold out, and fans are arguing online about who is to blame for the high ticket prices.
10 Unforgettable Jim Morrison Moments
In this week's Loud List video compilation, we present 10 of the most unforgettable Jim Morrison moments that were caught on camera.