Lauryn is the youngest writer on the Loudwire staff, and has the oldest taste in music. She'll chew your ear off about rockers ranging from Jim Morrison to Chris Cornell, and don't even get her started on Guns N' Roses. Her writing journey began as a freelancer for Alternative Nation, which eventually led her to Loudwire, where she prides herself on being an old soul.
Lauryn Schaffner
What Happened to Grunge?
As quickly as it exploded, it seemed to fade away.
Smash Mouth Singer Steve Harwell Announces Retirement Due to Health Issues
Best of luck to him.
Paul McCartney Explains Who ‘Instigated’ The Beatles’ Break Up
Over five decades later, the truth comes out.
8 Ways Grunge Made Rock Less Douchey
They proved that less really is more.
Axl Rose Has Message for Fans Following End of Guns N’ Roses Tour
They made it through safely.
Mick Jagger Went to a Dive Bar Last Night and No One Recognized Him
The patrons were apparently Rolling Stones fans, too.
Meet the Designer Who Recreates Iconic Album Covers Out of LEGO
Find out how he does it and see if he's recreated your favorite.
Alice in Chains’ Jerry Cantrell Recalls First Time Hearing Soundgarden
And how proud he is to be part of that group of bands.
Dave Grohl Reveals Teenage Heartbreak Led Him to Pursue Music
Everything happens for a reason.
Courtney Love – Kurt Cobain Might’ve Lived if Another Band Got Big First
She thinks they should've released a different lead single from 'Nevermind.'
The Rolling Stones Honor Charlie Watts At First Show Since His Death
It was their first show without him in 59 years.
Ozzy Osbourne’s ‘Blizzard of Ozz': 10 Facts Only Superfans Would Know
The album that would change his life forever.