
Scott Munro
Scott has spent 35 years in newspapers, magazines and online as an editor, production editor, sub-editor, designer, writer and reviewer. Scott joined our news desk in the summer of 2014 before moving into e-commerce in 2020. Scott keeps Louder’s buyer’s guides up to date, writes about the best deals for music fans, keeps on top of the latest tech releases and reviews headphones, speakers, earplugs and more for Louder. Over the last 10 years, Scott has written more than 11,000 articles across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog. He's previously written for publications including IGN, Sunday Mirror, Daily Record and The Herald, covering everything from daily news and weekly features, to tech reviews, video games, travel and whisky. Scott's favourite bands are Fields Of The Nephilim, The Cure, New Model Army, All About Eve, The Mission, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, The Tragically Hip, Marillion and Rush.
Latest articles by Scott Munro

Metallica’s James Hetfield on the “fast” guitar that changed everything
By Scott Munro published
In his new book Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield, the Metallica frontman reflects on the guitar that changed the course of his history

Say hello to the Positive Grid Spark Go - a powerful all-in-one Bluetooth speaker and guitar amp
By Scott Munro published
Positive Grid introduce the Spark Go amp and Bluetooth speaker - the latest entry into their popular Spark amps series

This Queen Live Aid Lego set is awesome… now go Radio Ga Ga with your own amazing ideas
By Scott Munro published
Support Lego designs you love or create your own with Lego Ideas and help turn them into reality

These metal Ghost prints hit us harder than a Square Hammer
By Scott Munro published
Displate’s ever-growing range of artwork printed on metal sheets features Ghost album art and more

Alien-looking speaker and robot charging companion are simply out of this world
By Scott Munro published
These are the droids you’re looking for! GravaStar unveil their sci-fi Supernova Bluetooth speaker which promises a "luminous visual experience" and the Alpha65 charging unit

The Thing That Should Not Be: Someone’s thrashed out a Metallica-themed coffee table from an old oil drum
By Scott Munro published
Fan-created table made from a recycled oil barrel is hopefully not Hardwired… To Self-Destruct

How to keep your earplugs clean so you can use them time after time
By Scott Munro published
Everything you need to know about keeping your earplugs in great condition so you can protect your hearing no matter how many shows you go to

Stack 'em high: Marshall Middleton lets you link multiple speakers for the “heaviest portable sound"
By Scott Munro published
Marshall’s new portable Middleton Bluetooth speaker is now available, with the audio icons letting you stack multiple units to create a wall of massive sound

Trampled Under Foot: This vinyl-inspired Led Zeppelin rug has a Whole Lotta Love to give
By Scott Munro published
There’s no Communication Breakdown in our search for band-related household items this week, as we’ve found a vinyl-like Led Zeppelin rug - perfect for your Dancing Days

Run to the chills: This Eddie ice bucket has left us Losfer Words
By Scott Munro published
Iron Maiden’s Eddie has been transformed into a metal ice-bucket just in time to chill your drinks outdoors

We’re completely in love with Marshall’s Valentine’s Day speaker sale
By Scott Munro published
Love is in the air as Marshall slash prices across their range of speakers - including the Emberton, Acton II and Woburn II

Best non-alcoholic beers 2025: Alcohol-free beers that rock
By Paul Dimery last updated
Drinking alcohol-free beer no longer means missing out on a flavour punch. Here are some of our favourites

These 17 Cyber Weekend deals are still live - headphones, turntables, vinyl, speakers and more
By Scott Munro published
Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over for another year, but some of the big Cyber Weekend deals are still running - but be quick as the discount window could slam shut at any time

Cyber Monday wireless headphones deals 2022: These sweet-sounding deals are still going strong
By Scott Munro last updated
The Cyber Weekend sales are over until next year, but if you missed out, don't worry as many wireless headphone deals are still on the table

Ardbeg’s Monsters Of Smoke trio reduced for Cyber Monday
By Scott Munro published
Ardbeg’s monstrous tasting set is on sale at Amazon right now - and full-sized bottles including Ardbeg Uigeadail and the Ardbeg 10 are also reduced for Cyber Monday

The best Cyber Monday deals under $50: Headphones, record players, collectables and more
By Scott Munro published
Cyber Monday is in full swing - and we've picked out some of our favourite items on sale for less than $50

Protect your hearing for less with these top Cyber Monday earplug deals
By Scott Munro published
Grab a great deal on earplugs this Cyber Monday, with money off products by Vibes, Loop, Alpine and more

Save up to 50% in the big Bose Black Friday sale
By Scott Munro published
Bose are offering massive discounts on speakers, sound systems and headphones this Black Friday in both the US and UK

Get 2-for-1 tickets for Alter Bridge, Black Stone Cherry and more with Ticketmaster UK's Black Friday sale
By Scott Munro published
Ticketmaster get in on the Black Friday action by offering 2-for-1 ticket deals for several UK concerts AND there’s 50% off a selection of Status Quo gigs

Etsy’s Black Friday sale brings big discounts on personalised music gifts
By Scott Munro published
Etsy creators welcome Black Friday will a whole range of deals on everything from personalised t-shirts, mugs and socks, to jewellery, prints, vintage record coasters and more

Black Friday-beating mega deal: Buy Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ earbuds for less than £40
By Scott Munro published
Cambridge Audio’s terrific True Wireless bullet buds have 20% off ahead of Black Friday in the UK - and they’re also reduced in the US

Grab three months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free in this early Black Friday deal
By Scott Munro published
If you're looking for a new music streaming service then this deal will be music to your ears on both sides of the Atlantic - three months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free

Early Black Friday deals: Apple AirPods Pro are on sale right now in the US and UK ahead of the big sales weekend
By Scott Munro published
Black Friday may not start until later this month, but the deals have started to come in on Apple AirPods - money off and Apple Music, Apple News+ and Apple TV+ bundles on offer
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