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
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The metalheads explain.
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An informant filed a report after seeing their concert in 1967.
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Red carpet looks, onstage performances and more.
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The most infamous festival of all time.
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Poll: What’s the Best Aerosmith Album? – Vote Now
Tell your honey how you feel.