Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
Allison Rapp
Go-Go’s on HOF Induction: ‘We’d Gotten Used to Being Rejected’
"I was afraid to be hopeful, but when I found out we got it, I just cried until I peed my pants.”
The Song Elton John Can’t Wait to Stop Playing
"I have to say, when the last show is done at the end of the tour, I will never, ever sing that song again.”
How Tawny Kitaen Became Whitesnake’s ‘Here I Go Again’ Video Star
"That’s her! She’s the Whitesnake woman!" video director Marty Callner reportedly said when first meeting the actress.
Rock’s Second Generation is Ready to Take On 2021
There's plenty to look forward to this year when it comes to these rock 'n' roll kids.
Styx Announce New Album, ‘Crash of the Crown’
Band's 17th studio LP comes out June 18.
14 Rock Stars Who Haven’t Released an Album in 10 Years
It's been at least a decade for all of them, and the future is uncertain for many.
Pink Floyd’s Touring Museum Exhibit to Hit U.S This Year
'Their Mortal Remains' will take up a residency at the Vogue Multicultural Museum in Los Angeles this summer.
How Tom Petty’s Security Guard Inspired ‘Nightwatchman’
Songwriter took direct inspiration from the man charged with guarding his life.
Talas Singer Phil Naro Dead at 63
In addition to his time in the Buffalo band, he worked alongside several other high-profile rockers.
The Unexpected Way David Lee Roth’s Guitarist Got the Job
In a new interview, John 5 recalls how he unexpectedly landed the the gig with the Van Halen frontman over 20 years ago.
Watch Metallica Attempt to Play ‘Enter Sandman’ Backward
Video shows band playing hit song in a way you've never heard before.
How Eagles Wrote ‘Tequila Sunrise’ in a Week
"That's one song I don't get tired of," Don Henley said of the 'Desperado' single.