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| Harley Flanagan of Cro-Mags | 11 Jan 2026 | 01:11:33 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with hardcore punk icon Harley Flanagan, founder of Cro Mags, for a raw and wide ranging conversation on Lipps Service. From Harley’s chaotic early life and growing up in 1970s New York City to encounters with Allen Ginsberg, Andy Warhol, and Anthony Bourdain, the interview traces the cultural collision that shaped one of hardcore’s most influential figures. Harley dives into his first musical memories, discovering punk rock and The Clash, starting out as a drummer, and surviving the Lower East Side scene as it exploded. He reflects on early bands like The Stimulators, the formation of Cro Mags, and the possibility of reunions, while also discussing new Cro Mags music. The episode closes with Harley’s top five bass players and top five metal records, making this a must-listen deep dive into punk, metal, and New York underground history.
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| Insane Clown Posse- audio only | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:11:51 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Shaggy 2 Dope of Insane Clown Posse for a raw, unfiltered look at how ICP built a movement from the ground up. Shaggy revisits growing up broke in Detroit, meeting Violent J, and the earliest days of hustling, passing out flyers, wrestling shows, and navigating real gang-adjacent street situations that shaped their worldview. He breaks down the inspiration behind the face paint, the transition from Inner City Posse, and the creation of the Dark Carnival mythology that helped define an entirely new genre. The conversation also dives into dangerous early shows, the Disney/Hollywood Records fallout, and how media attacks, industry feuds, and even FBI scrutiny only reinforced the Juggalos’ loyalty and culture. Shaggy reflects on the power of the Gathering of the Juggalos, ICP’s latest record, wild industry stories, and his personal Top 5 hip-hop artists, offering a definitive look at the controversy, community, and resilience that continue to define ICP’s legacy. 2:25 how ICP met 3:58 growing up in Detroit poor 6:30 on the early beginnings 7:52 on his first musical memory 10:20 on the early wrestling days 13:40 on passing out flyers for those early shows 15:00 on the idea for the makeup and KISS 20:20 on inner city posse 22:00 on early gang kid situations 23:57 on creating a genre 27:52 on the dark carnival 32:45 on the early dangerous shows 34:45 the Disney era. Hollywood records and getting banned. 49:13 on the Sharon Osbourne story and Howard stern 52:08 on the Eminem beef. 56:00 on the FBI time period 58:55 on the gatherings 1:04:24 on the latest record 1:06;25 on the Fred durst story 1:08:40 on his top 5 hip hop artists Timestamps: | |||
| Insane Clown Posse | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:12:26 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Shaggy 2 Dope of Insane Clown Posse for a raw, unfiltered look at how ICP built a movement from the ground up. Shaggy revisits growing up broke in Detroit, meeting Violent J, and the earliest days of hustling, passing out flyers, wrestling shows, and navigating real gang-adjacent street situations that shaped their worldview. He breaks down the inspiration behind the face paint, the transition from Inner City Posse, and the creation of the Dark Carnival mythology that helped define an entirely new genre. The conversation also dives into dangerous early shows, the Disney/Hollywood Records fallout, and how media attacks, industry feuds, and even FBI scrutiny only reinforced the Juggalos’ loyalty and culture. Shaggy reflects on the power of the Gathering of the Juggalos, ICP’s latest record, wild industry stories, and his personal Top 5 hip-hop artists, offering a definitive look at the controversy, community, and resilience that continue to define ICP’s legacy.00:00 - Start03:25 - How ICP met04:58 - Growing up in Detroit poor 07:30 - Music beginnings 08:52 - First musical memory 0:11:20 - Early wrestling days0:15:40 - Passing out flyers for early shows0:16:00 - Idea for the makeup and KISS 0:21:20 - Inner city posse0:23:00 - Early gang kid situations0:24:57 - Creating a genre0:28:52 - The dark carnival0:33:45 - Early dangerous shows0:35:45 - The Disney era, Hollywood records, and getting banned0:50:13 - Sharon Osbourne story and Howard Stern0:53:08 - Eminem beef0:57:00 - FBI time period0:59:55 - Gatherings 1:05:24 - Latest record1:07:25 - Fred Durst story1:09:40 - Top 5 hip hop artists | |||
| The Paradox | 15 Dec 2025 | 01:02:43 | |
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| The Paradox | 15 Dec 2025 | 01:03:51 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with The Paradox for a fast-paced, nostalgia-packed conversation that traces the band’s meteoric rise to fame, beginning with Eric’s early days, the origins of the group, and their influences: from Blink-182 to New Found Glory. They openly reflect on getting kicked out of his first band and the evolution of pop-punk. The band recounts their viral breakthrough, including a surprising DM from Jack White’s team, and introduces listeners to Percy while discussing the moment they quit their day jobs to pursue music full-time. They dive into building community and sharing wild stories involving Lil Nas X, Billie Joe Armstrong, and even Subaru. This episode is not one to miss on Lipps Service. ExpressVPN is like tinted windows for your internet connection. You can see out, but they can’t see in. Wouldn’t you want the same privacy online?Because all your traffic flows through their servers, internet service providers (including mobile network providers) know every single website you visit.nd in the U.S., ISPs are legally allowed to sell that information to advertisers!ExpressVPN reroutes 100% of your traffic through secure, encrypted servers, so your ISP can’t see your browsing history. Lowest price ever: plans start at just $3.49 a month. That’s only 12 cents a day!Easy to use: Fire up the app and click one button to get protected.Works on all devices: Phones, laptops, tablets, and more, so you can stay private on-the-go!ExpressVPN has basically become part of my toolkit. One button, I’m protected, and I don’t have to think about it.”Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN dot com slash LIPPS. That’s www.ExpressVPN.com/LIPPS to find out how you can get up to four extra months. www.ExpressVPN.com/LIPPSTimestamps: 0:00:00 - Start0:01:50 - On their meteoric rise to fame 0:02:56 - Eric’s beginnings and the start of the band 0:03:28 - Blink 1820:04:54 - New Found Glory 0:08:21 - Eric getting kicked out of his first band 0:11:14 -The concept of Pop Punk 0:14:00 - Eric’s solo career0:17:40 - Ms. Lauren0:19:19 - The viral moment 0:23:15 - Getting a DM from jack whites team 0:26:28 - Percy 0:29:08 - On quitting their day jobs 0:32:09 - Building community 0:38:12 - The meme culture 0:40:11 - The lil nas X and Billie Joe armstrong story 0:44:51 - Subaru 0:48:02 - On NSFW0:51:24 - Travis barker 0:53:51 - Warped tour 0:57:17 - Best band of the 2000s0:58:16 Top 5 underrated pop punk bands 1:01:16 - On bands reunited | |||
| Travie McCoy and Gym Class Heroes | 12 Dec 2025 | 01:06:17 | |
In this special Lipps Service episode, Scott Lipps sits down with Gym Class Heroes frontman Travie McCoy for an in-depth conversation before the band’s show at the Silver Lining Lounge in NYC. Travie takes listeners on a journey through his roots in Geneva, NY, his earliest musical memories, and the hardcore scene that shaped him. He opens up about everything from the formation of Gym Class Heroes and their early DIY days to their breakout Fueled By Ramen era, the creation of Papercut Chronicles, and hits like “Cupid’s Chokehold” and “Clothes Off!”. The discussion dives into collaborations, genre-blending, and the highs and lows of his career, including dark periods, reinvention, and working with icons like T-Pain, Bruno Mars, and Benny Blanco. Travie also gives insight into his new record and his artistic life beyond music. A candid and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. | |||
| Yungblud | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:31:09 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the biggest name in rock music right now, Yungblud, for an electrifying and unfiltered conversation. The two dive right into Yungblud’s wild VMA afterparty moments before exploring his rock ‘n’ roll breakthroughs and what it’s like to collaborate with some of the biggest rock legends in the game. Yungblud opens up about his epic collaboration with Aerosmith and even teases details about their new record. He shares his thoughts on living life at full volume and paying homage to icons like Ozzy Osbourne while breaking through in the U.S. Scott and Yungblud also delve into the challenges of being Yungblud 24/7, including dealing with fame and online criticism, as well as releasing a 9-minute single. This episode is not one to miss on Lipps Service! | |||
| Travie McCoy of Gym Class Heroes | 07 Dec 2025 | 01:06:59 | |
0:00:00 - Start 0:02:21 - Growing up in Geneva, NY 0:03:49 - First musical memory and Earth, Wind and Fire 0:07:19 - Hardcore scene 0:09:05 - Phones at concert 0:10:43 - Tattooing and art 0:13:54 - Gym Class Heroes formation 0:16:15 - The first rehearsals 0:18:03 - The early EPs and recordings 0:20:44 - Warped tour days 0:23:40 - Mixing genres 0:25:53 - Pete Wentz and the Fueled By Ramen era 0:31:38 - “Papercut Chronicles” 0:32:37 - Cupids Chokehold 0:38:07 - Clothes Off! 0:41:16 - Collabs 0:43:37 - Dark times 0:50:00 - T Pain and Bruno Mars 0:52:22 - Benny Blanco 0:54:27 - The new record 1:00:25 - Top 5 artists that defy genres 1:02:00 - The perfect record | |||
| Waterparks | 02 Dec 2025 | 01:15:57 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Waterparks to dive deep into the band’s history, creativity, and chaos both on and off the road. From early demos, first musical memories, and the formation of their earliest bands to writing their debut EP and inking their first record deal, the trio reflect on the moments that shaped them. They share stories from the infamous tattoo misspelling that inspired a new song title to their haunted studio experience. The conversation also explores the evolution of their album visuals, the influence of color on each era, navigating being labeled a “pop band,” and the inspiration behind Intellectual Property and their upcoming album. With candid moments, unexpected confessions, and even their picks for the top five Waterparks songs of all time. This episode is not one to miss on Lipps Service!
Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Catching Up 0:01:05 - Demos on tour 0:02:50 - Least favorite songs to play on Tour 0:04:15 - Tattoo misspelling to new song title 0:10:03 - Houston 0:11:09 - Warped Tour 0:11:49 - First musical memories 0:09:00 - Otto finding out about online rumors 0:14:15 - First bands 0:18:35 - Writing the first EP 0:21:10 - Meeting Geoff 0:26:11 - Being considered a “pop band” 0:29:10 - Opening for Aaron Carter 0:31:00 - Meeting the Madens 0:32:30 - The first record deal 0:39:20 - The Minion origin story 0:43:14 - First tour 0:46:38 - The haunted studio recording 0:50:04 - Color influence on album eras 0:51:15 - Creating album visuals 0:52:23 - “Intellectual Property” 0:54:58 - IF LYRICS WERE CONFIDENTIAL 0:57:55 - The new album 1:00:54 - Geoff’s curse 1:06:23 - Top 5 Waterparks songs of all time 1:10:35 - Best debut album of all time | |||
| Pat Monahan of Train | 23 Nov 2025 | 00:51:48 | |
For more incredible rock 'n' roll interviews, hit the subscribe button! Also check out Lipps Service with Scott Lipps podcasts on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast player. #train #producing #podcast #music #top5 #interview #rocknroll CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Podcast Manager @picklesmother_ Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Intern @kaylah._b Recorded by Fringe Podcasts NYC at Silver Lining Lounge 00:00 - Start 01:30 - 25 years of drops of Jupiter 02:37 - Growing up 05:00 - Finding his voice 08:05 - Zeppelin 09:11 - The move to San Fran 10:25 - Forming train 15:03 - The first big break 17:25 - “Drops of Jupiter” 22:00 - On the lyrical shift 23:53 - Jonathan Daniel 0:25:00 - “Hey Soul Sister” 28:38 - Butch Walker 33:10 - The new record 36:00 - Billy Joel 37:00 - The new tour 38:00 - Comedy and golf 40:41 - Uniting fans with music 42:00 - The perfect album 43:00 - Supergroup 44:09 - Top 5 Train songs 45:11 - Top 5 Zeppelin songs ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remember painful online rehearsal? Lutefish fixed it. Backed by Wenger and built for serious musicians, the Lutefish Stream delivers real-time online collaboration with crystal-clear 48K audio and low latency. Just plug into your router and play like you're in the same room. The Lutefish Stream https://lutefish.com/products/lutefish cuts down audio delay for remote music sessions by directly connecting audio sources, networks, and outputs, making sound travel incredibly fast, up to 30ms or less—like you're just 30 feet apart on a big stage or rehearsing in your garage! No more sitting in traffic on your way to practice. Rehearse more, meet new musicians in our free online community and create music together... all remotely. Real feel. Real time. Real music. 🎯 Get the Lutefish Stream and rehearse online in real time. 👉 lutefish.com http://lutefish.com/ Instagram - @lute.fish Facebook - @Lutefish.find.your.flow https://www.facebook.com/Lutefish.find.your.flow YouTube - @Lutefish https://www.youtube.com/@Lutefish | |||
| Orville Peck | 16 Nov 2025 | 00:48:28 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the one and only Orville Peck, the masked cowboy who’s redefined modern country music. The two talk about Orville’s incredible journey, from his early days and musical influences to how the mask came to be and carving out his own lane in country music. Orville opens up about the business side of music, the making of his debut album Pony, and navigating his career. They also get into sobriety, fame, and reading social media comments, plus his collaborations with legends like Willie Nelson, Elton John, Noah Cyrus, and Lady Gaga. They chat about his new EP, Appaloosa, his love for Broadway, his performance in Cabaret, his own festival, and even a little about his appearance in the upcoming live-action film Street Fighter. The episode closes with Orville listing his top 5 Broadway shows of all time. Tune into an amazing chat with the coolest cat in country – Orville Peck!
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CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Production Coordinator and Booking Manager @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Intern @kaylah._b Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
00:00 - Start 00:30 - Catching up 02:03 - Upbringing and being friends with legendary artists 05:00 - Musical influences 06:00 - David Bowie 09:00 - Defying the boundaries of country 11:25 - How the mask came about 15:00 - The finances of music 18:00 - Pony 20:00 - Subpop 20:35 - Fake it to you make it 22:01 - “Dead of Night” 23:35 - Journals and manifesting 24:25 - Cabaret 26:25 - “Drive Me Crazy” 27:52 - Sobriety, fame, and reading the comments 29:50 - The country co-sign & Willie Nelson 33:00 - Elton John 35:20 - Noah Cyrus 36:15 - Lady Gaga 37:49 - Appaloosa new EP 40:22 - Street Fighter 41:12 - His festival, “Rodeo” 42:37 - Top 5 most iconic singers 44:30 - Top 5 Broadway shows --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remember painful online rehearsal? Lutefish fixed it. Backed by Wenger and built for serious musicians, the Lutefish Stream delivers real-time online collaboration with crystal-clear 48K audio and low latency. Just plug into your router and play like you're in the same room. The Lutefish Stream https://lutefish.com/products/lutefish cuts down audio delay for remote music sessions by directly connecting audio sources, networks, and outputs, making sound travel incredibly fast, up to 30ms or less—like you're just 30 feet apart on a big stage or rehearsing in your garage! No more sitting in traffic on your way to practice. Rehearse more, meet new musicians in our free online community and create music together... all remotely. Real feel. Real time. Real music. 🎯 Get the Lutefish Stream and rehearse online in real time. 👉 lutefish.com http://lutefish.com/ Instagram - @lute.fish Facebook - @Lutefish.find.your.flow https://www.facebook.com/Lutefish.find.your.flow YouTube - @Lutefish https://www.youtube.com/@Lutefish | |||
| Butch Walker | 09 Nov 2025 | 01:03:21 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with legendary producer and frontman of Marvelous 3 – Butch Walker! The two dive into his upbringing, early musical projects, and moving to LA to join the 80s music scene. Butch talks about producing and working with some of music's most legendary artists, including Taylor Swift, Avril Lavigne, and Pink. He gets into some of his favorite bands and the music that's influenced his own career, including that of Kiss, Jellyfish, and Van Halen. The conversation closes with Butch listing his top 5 producers of all time. Tune into an exciting and fun chat with one of the best producers of our time – Butch Walker!
For more incredible rock 'n' roll interviews, hit the subscribe button! Also check out Lipps Service with Scott Lipps podcasts on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast player. 00:21 - Cool friends 01:05 - Marvelous 3 03:23 - Upbringing 04:45 - Kiss 08:33 - First bands 13:00 - Metal phase 14:17 - Van Halen 15:00 - '80s LA scene 17:31 - Moving to LA. 22:56 - Southgang 24:46 - Jellyfish 27:13 - Sound of music changing 32:00 - First production 33:00 - Avril Lavigne 35:00 - Decision to start producing and the money 38:00 - Pink 41:01 - Working with Taylor Swift 44:00 - The process 48:40 - Courtney Love 55:20 - Top 5 producers of all time | |||
| Marcus King | 26 Oct 2025 | 00:58:31 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with one of country’s biggest acts and best guitarists today – Marcus King. Marcus and his band most recently released the LP Darling Blue, the band’s first since 2018. They start by getting into the story behind his song “Cadillac,” meeting his wife, his Southern upbringing, musical heroes, and the early days of making music with his family. Marcus opens up about the trauma that shaped his songwriting, his faith, and the decision to leave school to pursue music, as well as his thoughts on Americana, keeping guitar music alive, and forming The Marcus King Band. He shares candid insights about working with other music greats such as Dan Auerbach, Dave Cobb, and Rick Rubin, while also discussing his struggles with mental health, microdosing, and his journey toward sobriety. The two explore the renaissance of honest rock ’n’ roll, how old movies inspired his latest record, and his dream collaborations (and a few ghosting stories). The interview wraps with Marcus listing his top five guitarists and top five roots and Americana artists. Tune into a great and insightful chat with the legend – Marcus King!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
0:00:31 - “Cadillac” and how he met his wife 0:02:30 - Upbringing 0:04:00 - Music heroes 0:07:00 - Playing music with family 0:07:40 - Trauma that led to his songwriting 0:09:51 - Channeling emotions into music at a young age 0:10:45 - Faith 0:11:24 - Parents and decision to go into music 0:14:18 - Decision to leave school and pursue music 0:18:00 - Americana 0:20:00 - Keeping guitar music alive 0:21:40 - Going to LA for the first time 0:24:11 - Forming the Marcus King Band 0:25:55 - Working with Dan Auerbach from The Black Keys 0:28;00 - Dave Cobb vs Dan Auerbach 0:28:45 - Rick Rubin 0:32:00 - Mental health 0:34:34 - Microdosing 0:35:20 - Notoriety, its challenges 0:38:00 - Darling Blue 0:41:45 - Collaborating process 0:42:51 - Journey with sobriety 0:44:13 - Sobriety and rock bottom 0:45:00 - Renaissance of honest rock ‘n’ roll 0:46:17 - Album recording process 0:47:28 - Dream collaborators and getting ghosted 0:49:40 - Top 5 guitarists 0:54:24 - Top 5 roots, Americana, and country artists | |||
| Yungblud | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:31:36 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the biggest name in rock music right now, Yungblud, for an electrifying and unfiltered conversation. The two dive right into Yungblud’s wild VMA afterparty moments before exploring his rock ‘n’ roll breakthroughs and what it’s like to collaborate with some of the biggest rock legends in the game. Yungblud opens up about his epic collaboration with Aerosmith and even teases details about their new record. He shares his thoughts on living life at full volume and paying homage to icons like Ozzy Osbourne while breaking through in the U.S. Scott and Yungblud also delve into the challenges of being Yungblud 24/7, including dealing with fame and online criticism, as well as releasing a 9-minute single. Tune into an amazing and insightful chat with the savior of rock ‘n’ roll – Yungblud!
For more incredible rock 'n' roll interviews, hit the subscribe button, and also check out Lipps Service with Scott Lipps podcasts on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast player.
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
0:00:29 - VMAs after-party moment 0:02:27 - Rock ‘n’ roll breakthroughs 0:04:32 - Collaborating with his rockstar peers 0:06:30 - The collaboration with Aerosmith 0:09:50 - The new Aerosmith record 0:13:20 - Paying homage to Ozzy Osbourne and breaking the US 0:16:17 - On being Yungblud 24/7 0:18:58 - The reality of fame 0:20:15 - The pushback of releasing a 9-minute single 0:22:40 - Yungblud’s Grammy considerations 0:24:35 - Top 5 albums Yungblud can’t live without 0:27:47 - Building a supergroup | |||
| Cole Haden of Model/Actriz and The Molotovs | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:46:14 | |
This is a two-part episode: the first interview with Cole Haden of Model/Actriz and the second interview with The Molotovs! Cole Haden of Model/Actriz On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Cole Haden, the magnetic lead singer of blistering noise rock band Model/Actriz. The conversation spans the band’s meteoric rise, from sold-out shows in Brooklyn to high-profile festival appearances, such as Coachella. Cole opens up about the band's beginnings in Boston, the members’ time at Berklee College of Music, and the evolution of the band’s distinctive sound: raw, theatrical, and defiantly unorthodox. They dive into the origins of the band’s name, their unique approach to performance, and what it means to create music without traditional melody or chords. With a candid discussion about identity and vulnerability in lyricism, Cole offers an unfiltered look into both the personal and artistic layers of Model/Actriz. The episode also touches on dream collaborations, chaotic live moments, working with Miley Cyrus, and shoutouts to iconic influences like Gwen Stefani, Grace Jones, and Last Gaga. The interview concludes with Cole listing his top 5 frontmen/women and his favorite NYC-bred artists. Tune into an insightful chat with Cole Haden of Model/Actriz!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
0:00:00 - Start 0:00:12 - Sold out Brooklyn shows 0:00:33 - Coachella 0:01:49 - Formation in Boston 0:02:17 - Band name origins 0:03:40 - Berklee School of Music 0:04:28 - Childhood friends 0:04:55 - Berklee/Boston scene 0:05:35 - Aerosmith 0:05:59 - Creating a band with “no melody and no chords” 0:06:30 - A flair for the theatrics 0:07:33 - Musical influences 0:08:28 - Peter Pan 0:09:08 - Christopher Guest 0:09:30 - Spinal Tap 0:09:50 - Band chemistry 0:10:52 - Death Grips 0:11:31 - Being considered “A New York band” 0:12:30 - 10 years of Model / Actriz 0:13:20 - Costume changes 0:13:30 - Playing festivals vs shows 0:14:41 - Versatility of band name 0:16:30 - Defining the sound of Model/Actriz 0:16:48 - Lady Gaga 0:18:00 - Stage theatrics 0:18:46 - Letters on Lady Gaga’s concert 0:20:17 - Growing up in a conservative area 0:20:44 - Family support 0:21:00 - Chrismukkah 0:23:16 - Karaoke 0:24:08 - New album, Pirouette 0:24:21 - Meaning behind “Cinderella” 0:24:40 - Accepting identity and femininity 0:26:46 - Vulnerability through lyricism 0:28:08 - Making a noise rock album 0:29:08 - Meaning of “Pirouette” 0:29:50 - What to expect at a Model/Actriz show 0:31:21 - On working with Miley Cyrus 0:33:34 - Dream collaborations 0:35:03 - Upcoming tours 0:35:57 - Craziest live show moment 0:39:34 - Top 5 frontmen/women 0:39:53 - Gwen Stefani 0:42:49 - Fred Schnieder 0:43:45 - Grace Jones 0:44:23 - Top 5 New York artists 0:45:13 - Scissor Sisters 0:49:00 - Frost Children 0:50:35 - Talking Heads ––––––––––––––––––––––––– The Molotovs On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott welcomes the explosive sibling punk trio The Molotovs for a raw and raucous conversation about their rise in the modern rock scene. The band shares what it’s like playing shows across the US, how being siblings affects their dynamic, and the early influences that shaped their sound, from growing up with hairdresser parents to discovering bands like Green Day. They talk about their journey from busking on the streets of London to sharing stages with legends like Iggy Pop and Paul Cook of the Sex Pistols. With stories of gritty street performances during lockdown, unexpected support from punk royalty, and climbing to #1 on the UK physical charts, the band opens up about their passion, persistence, and the rebirth of rock in today’s music landscape. Scott delves into their thoughts on the meaning of punk rock, shares their strangest gigs, recounts the craziest tour experiences, and recounts some weird fan encounters. To close, the Molotovs reveal their top punk albums and funniest sibling fights. Tune into an electric chat with one of the UK’s best punk projects today – The Molotovs!
0:00:08 - Playing in the US 0:00:59 - Pros and cons of being a sibling duo 0:03:23 - Early influences 0:04:23 - Hairdresser parents 0:04:39 - Green Day 0:05:10 - Record Store Day 0:06:00 - Kevin Roland 0:06:20 - Breaking through in America 0:07:55 - The Libertines 0:08:58 - “A long way from home” 0:09:19 - The origins of The Molotovs 0:11:13 - From busking to opening for Iggy Pop 0:13:34 - London street crowds 0:15:29 - Busking during COVID 0:16:57 - Support from music legends (Green Day, Blondie, Sex Pistols) 0:17:43 - Performing with Paul Cook 0:19:25 - The Sex Pistols 0:21:46 - Number 1 on the UK physical chart 0:23:02 - The resurgence of Rock 0:24:27 - Mainstream music 0:26:10 - The strangest gig 0:28:08 - Craziest tour moment 0:31:03 - CBGB fest 0:34:00 - Media in today's world 0:35:29 - Tour and creating content 0:38:18 - Capturing energy on the new album 0:39:43 - The meaning of punk rock 0:42:37 - Weirdest fan interaction 0:45:02 - Top 5 punk rock albums 0:49:35 - Anarchy in the UK 0:51:13 - Top 3 sibling fights | |||
| Ian Astbury of the Death Cult/Cult part 2 | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:36:10 | |
Scott Lipps sits down with Ian Astbury from The Cult for an in-depth conversation on the legacy of Death Cult and their highly anticipated upcoming show at the Gramercy Theatre on October 12th. Ian dives into staying true to the band’s roots, revisiting early lyrics, and defining what being an artist really means. The two discuss everything from meeting guitarist Billy Duffy, writing the band’s first tracks, and turning down major record deals, to the influence of David Bowie and the rise of AI and music bots in the modern era. 0:00:00 - Start 0:00:45 - Death Cult LIVE 0:02:52 - Staying true to Death Cult roots 0:03:51 - Early shows and revisiting lyrics 0:05:37 - True Dark Wave 0:09:28 - Music bots 0:12:42 - Meeting Billy Duffy 0:14:27 - Writing early tracks 0:17:40 - David Bowie 0:21:29 - Turning down deals 0:25:00 - Upcoming shows | |||
| Inhaler | 25 Sep 2025 | 01:07:26 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the blistering Irish rock quartet Inhaler! The band fronted by Elijah Hewson most recently released its junior album, 'Open Wide,' in February. They kick off the conversation talking about touring, including life on the road, playing festivals like Sea. Hear. Now., and gigs in South America. The guys get into how they met and formed in Ireland, and the Irish music scene they grew up in, with bands like Fontaines DC. They discuss loads about the influence of UK and Irish music and their own experiences shaping today’s generation – what it was like opening up for Noel Gallagher, the current Oasis comeback stadium tour, and the new Spinal Tap 2 movie. They talk about the new album and the stories behind some of its hit songs like “Concrete.” The band also gets into the plights of musicians today, giving their thoughts on AI, starting young in the industry, band fights, and band democracy. Inhaler spills so much during this interview, hinting at what’s to come, so this chat is not to be missed. Tune into this great chat with Inhaler on Lipps Service!
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0:00:00 - Start 0:00:08 - Sea. Hear. Now. festival 0:01:06 - LCD Soundsystem 0:01:21 - Small shows VS festivals 0:01:52 - Current tour 0:02:29 - Playing in South America 0:03:24 - Forming the band 0:04:16 - The influence of rock music 0:04:58 - Oasis tour 0:05:50 - Opening up for Noel Gallagher 0:07:05 - Bringing Josh into the band 0:07:47 - Metallica 0:08:57 - Cover band era 0:10:09 - The choice of the Inhaler name 0:10:52 - Early gigs 0:13:47 - The Irish music scene 0:14:01 - Fontaines DC 0:15:36 - Dropping out of school 0:15:57 - Starting young in the music industry 0:18:00 - Growth with the release of Open Wide 0:19:08 - The house of ‘Cuts and Bruises’ 0:22:18 - Album pressures 0:23:06 - New album inspirations 0:23:49 - Being considered a “pop band” 0:24:08 - Working with Kid Harpoon 0:26:28 - AI in music making 0:28:39 - Social Media 0:29:40 - The “Snapchat era” 0:30:23 - The story behind “Your House” 0:31:24 - Relationships on the road 0:32:38 - Connecting with Open Wide 0:32:45 - Tiktok 0:33:20 - Deciding on covers 0:35:21 - Band fights 0:36:34 - Spinal Tap 0:37:40 - Getting lost on tour 0:38:18 - Playing a set before doors open 0:39:14 - Covid era 0:40:58 - The story behind “Concrete” 0:42:39 - Dublin 0:43:28 - New York inspiration 0:44:52 - “The end of your real youth” 0:45:22 - Finishing the album 0:46:38 - Band democracy 0:47:39 - Current tour 0:48:16 - Dream cities to tour in 0:50:25 - Ohio 0:51:00 - Top 5 cities 0:52:29 - Chinatown dumplings 0:53:42 - Tokyo 0:55:31 - Top 5 Irish bands 0:58:15 - Top 5 movies 1:02:00 - Top 5 bands that should've been bigger | |||
| Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro and Winona Fighter | 21 Sep 2025 | 01:23:33 | |
This is a two-part episode: the first interview with Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro and the second interview with Winona Fighter! Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the UK’s best and most rockin’ frontmen out there today – Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro! The band is gearing up to release its 10th studio album, Futique, in September. The two start by getting into the Scottish music scene, the art of songwriting, and the band’s experience defying label pressures. Simon talks about the band name, what it means, and its origins. Throughout the conversation, Simon discusses his career travels and experiences, including European festival culture, Berlin’s clubbing and art culture, and what it’s like performing in major cities like Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Cape Town. They get into the making of the new album, its post-pandemic inspiration, and stories behind the songs. Tune into a fun and extensive chat with Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro!
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0:00:00 - Start 0:00:11 - Scottish music scene 0:02:14 - Starting on their own 0:03:10 - Neighborhood noise 0:03:27 - The art of songwriting 0:04:25 - Defying label pressures 0:05:40 - What the name Biffy Clyro means 0:06:03 - Origins of the Biffy Clyro name 0:07:04 - Changing the outlook on the band 0:07:47 - Becoming a songwriter 0:08:40 - Overcoming hardships 0:09:17 - Experiences being in a band with twins 0:10:24 - European festival culture 0:12:10 - Weirdest festival lineup? 0:12:47 - New album Futique 0:13:13 - Post-pandemic inspiration behind the record 0:14:00 - Savoring the moment through music 0:14:44 - Black Sabbath’s final show 0:15:52 - Even your heroes have heroes 0:17:15 - Recording in a barn and sampling cows 0:17:41 - Inspiration in Berlin 0:19:43 - Berlin clubbing scene 0:20:51 - Berlin’s art culture 0:21:41 - Making friends in the US 0:22:10 - Silver Lining Lounge acoustic show 0:23:47 - Top 5 cities to travel 0:23:55 - London 0:25:04 - Los Angeles weather 0:25:58 - Playing festivals in Cape Town 0:27:31 - Tokyo's futuristic way of living 0:29:18 - Most romantic city 0:30:32 - Top 5 bands that should've made it in the US 0:33:27 - UK emo scene 0:34:20 - The year of Biffy Clyro ––––––––––––––––––––––––– Winona Fighter On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the hottest new punk bands on the scene, Winona Fighter. The trio opens up about the release of the deluxe edition of their album My Apologies To The Chef and the unique experience of recording it acoustically. The conversation dives into the band’s beginnings on Craigslist, what it’s like carving out a punk identity in the middle of Nashville’s country-heavy music scene, and their DIY approach to making music. Winona Fighter also shares the stories behind fan-favorite tracks like “I’m in The Market To Please No One” and reflects on the raw energy that comes with being a punk trio. The episode closes with the members sharing their Top 5 bands they believe will save rock and roll, the rising acts they’re rooting for in the scene, and their picks for the best bands of the 2000s. Tune in for another unforgettable episode with the unstoppable Winona Fighter!
0:00:00 - Start 0:00:10 - Oasis tour 0:01:35 - The revival of rock bands 0:02:07 - Third Eye Blind 0:02:45 - Meeting on Craigslist 0:05:18 - Nashville punk scene 0:06:48 - Snooper 0:08:15 - Metal influences 0:09:19 - Bending the norms 0:11:08 - Alternative country 0:11:56 - DIY music making 0:13:53 - Having a breakthrough 0:15:10 - Power trios 0:16:10 - Women in punk rock 0:17:43 - The essence of punk 0:18:56 - Emotions through performance 0:19:20 - My Apologies To The Chef deluxe album 0:20:22 - Choosing covers 0:21:31 - Winona Ryder 0:21:52 - Wordplay in lyrics 0:23:03 - “I’m in The Market To Please No One” 0:24:07 - The economics of being in a band 0:26:56 - Side hustles 0:28:30 - Playing bass on a cruise ship 0:30:40 - Touring experiences 0:31:28 - Recording 32 tracks 0:32:27 - Festivals VS shows 0:33:35 - Reaching audiences 0:33:44 - Playing without in-ear monitors 0:34:27 - Best unplugged albums 0:35:25 - Playing it by ear 0:36:25 - Top 5 bands that are here to save rock and roll 0:37:58 - Mannequin Pussy 0:39:10 - Turnstile becoming mainstream 0:40:55 - Top 5 punk bands destined to make it big 0:41:35 - Homefront, High Vis, Scowl 0:43:20 - Hot Mulligan 0:44:08 - The best band ever from the 2000s | |||
| Jordan Davis | 07 Sep 2025 | 00:46:39 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the biggest names in country today – Jordan Davis! Jordan’s newest album, Learn The Hard Way, was just released, and it features other amazing country artists, such as Marcus King on the track “Louisiana Sticks”. Jordan’s gearing up for his upcoming headlining tour, and he’ll be on the road playing hit venues like Red Rocks and Wembley Stadium. The conversation kicks off with how country music is becoming more mainstream, with artists such as Post Malone and Lana Del Rey coming into the scene. He also reflects on the music legends who’ve inspired him, such as John Prine, Jason Isbell, Smashing Pumpkins, and Tom Petty. Jordan talks about what it was like growing up in Louisiana with musicians in his family, and explores how country music impacted his musical upbringing. Jordan also highlights the new record and what it’s like playing large shows at venues like Radio City Music Hall. He talks about his song with Marcus King and how they added new elements into the track. The conversation closes with Jordan listing his top 5 podcast series, his favorite new country artists, and his favorite burger spots in the US. Tune in to an amazing episode with Jordan Davis!
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0:00:00 - Start 0:00:18 - Listening to podcasts 0:01:05 - First country artist on the show! 0:01:14 - Country turning mainstream 0:02:02 - Coming from a musical family 0:03:06 - Getting the first record deal 0:04:13 - Doing the “artist thing” 0:06:40 - Changing paths 0:07:20 - Four-hour sets 0:09:33 - Brotherly collaboration 0:10:18 - John Prine and Jason Isbell 0:10:58 - Smashing Pumpkins 0:12:13 - Shreveport, Louisiana 0:12:57 - CD burning era 0:13:39 - Country roots 0:14:00 - A look behind the curtains 0:14:55 - College 0:15:33 - Making it in music 0:16:12 - Bartending to record deal 0:18:08 - Figuring out how to become a performer 0:19:28 - Pinch-me moments 0:21:44 - Radio City Music Hall 0:22:34 - “Buy Dirt” 0:24:38 - Inspiration behind the track 0:26:47 - Pop musicians shifting towards country 0:28:49 - What does country music mean? 0:29:15 - Tom Petty 0:29:36 - Country at its peak 0:30:02 - Promoting through social media 0:31:48 - Music discovery 0:32:36 - The new album Learn The Hard Way 0:33:43 - Heading into the studio 0:34:25 - “Louisiana Stick” with Marcus King 0:35:52 - Top 5 podcast series 0:37:11 - Theo Von 0:37:39 - Favorite new country artists 0:39:19 - Food on the road 0:39:35 - Best burger spots | |||
| Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm | 24 Aug 2025 | 01:05:38 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with two members of one of the biggest rock bands out there today, Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm! At the start of the extended and insightful conversation, they get into Lzzy's experience at the final Black Sabbath show, including her blistering performance, meeting music legends like Tom Morello, and Yungblud's viral rendition of "Changes." They also talk about the new Jeff Buckley documentary and how Buckley heavily influenced Lzzy's music career. They reflect on their storied 20-year career as Halestorm, including the band's beginnings, growing up in the grunge scene, pre-internet days, and how Lzzy's songwriting has changed. They give insight into the making of the band's newest album, 'Everest,' which was released on August 8, including what it was like recording with Dave Cobb and the story behind the hit "Like A Woman Can." They talk about their experiences with music icons like Iron Maiden, Skid Row, Katy Perry, and Rick Rubin ... and SO much more. Tune into an amazing chat with Lzzy and Joe of Halestorm!
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CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
0:00:00 - Start 0:00:36 - Black Sabbath's Final Show 0:04:20 - Women in rock 0:05:55 - Lzzy’s full circle moment 0:06:13 - Halestorm on playing Dio’s last concert 0:06:53 - Meeting Dio 0:07:27 - Tom Morello 0:08:02 - Yungblud’s performance 0:08:47 - Jeff Buckley documentary 0:11:12 - Early years 0:13:07 - Having dad in the band 0:14:00 - Growing up in the scene 0:14:35 - Grunge influences 0:16:35 - Cinderella 0:17:04 - Vocal lessons from Steve Whiteman 0:17:58 - Changing as a songwriter 0:19:03 - 20 years of Halestorm 0:19:50 - Pre-internet days and meeting members 0:21:13 - Living at the Oakwood apartments 0:22:19 - Taking off 0:23:05 - Making a living in music 0:24:57 - Surviving in the music industry 0:25:25 - Don Hills residency 0:26:38 - Early A&R 0:27:03 - Outside hobbies 0:27:38 - Photography 0:28:13 - Scissor Happy fashion line 0:29:03 - Favorite designers 0:30:03 - Fronting Skid Row 0:32:46 - Secret bucket list 0:33:33 - Iron Maiden 0:34:20 - Best band from the 80’s 0:35:06 - New album 0:35:43 - Recording with Dave Cobb 0:36:32 - Writing Everest 0:38:51 - “Like A Woman Can” 0:39:33 - Savannah 0:40:28 - Going out of the comfort zone 0:41:41 - The economics of music 0:45:10 - Grammy Awards 0:46:37 - Meeting Katy Perry 0:46:58 - Removal of the hard rock/metal Grammy category 0:47:34 - Playing Wembley Stadium 0:48:20 - Spinal Tap 2 0:48:58 - Winning the crowd over 0:50:52 - Being on the road 0:53:06 - Lzzy’s signature guitars 0:53:32 - The perfect album 0:55:01 - Rick Rubin 0:55:30 - Last meal 0:57:31 - Best metal band ever? 0:58:24 - Best new bands 0:59:15 - Avatar 0:59:46 - Favorite horror movies 1:00:50 - Top 5 guitar riffs | |||
| Ian Astbury of The Cult | 10 Aug 2025 | 01:52:28 | |
On this very special episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll frontmen of all time, who is known for leading the iconic rock band The Cult, his blistering stage presence and voice, legendary songs like “She Sells Sanctuary,” and his time in Southern Death Cult, Death Cult, and The Doors … he is – Ian Astbury! In this new, rare interview with the Lipps Service podcast alumni, Ian talks with his longtime friend Scott about his storied career in this nearly two-hour-long episode. The conversation kicks off with remembering the late, great Ozzy Osbourne, the influence of Black Sabbath, and Ian’s take on mortality. They discuss various rock legends throughout, including Billy Duffy, Lars Ulrich, The Beatles, New York Dolls, Sex Pistols, Malcom McLaren, Rick Rubin, and more. They explore Ian’s various projects – The Cult, Southern Death Cult, Death Cult, and his early 2000s stint playing with the surviving members of The Doors. He details the making of and songs in the famed Electric album that was famously made with Rick Rubin. And Ian gets into some of his personal life, including his life living in LA, fashion, his favorite films, art, and his take on AI. This loaded interview with one of rock’s greatest should not be missed. Tune in for an insightful and wonderful chat with the one and only – Ian Astbury!
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0:00:00 - Start 0:00:22 - Billy Duffy 0:01:12 - Favorite band 0:01:57 - Black Sabbath 0:03:54 - Meeting Ozzy Osbourne and Lars Ulrich 0:04:45 - Mortality 0:06:19 - Touring 0:08:49 - LA 0:09:35 - Parents and upbringing 0:11:30 - The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, New York Dolls 0:12:30 - Malcolm McLaren 0:14:00 - Opening for The Clash 0:16:00 - Southern Death Cult 0:21:10 - Is punk back? 0:22:38 - Inspirations today 0:24:23 - The Cult and the music business 0:28:31 - Meeting Rick Rubin 0:31:45 - Rick Rubin and Electric album 0:41:40 - Nur monks 0:43:35 - Art 0:51:11 - Michael Monroe 0:52:51 - New The Cult music? 0:56:18 - Matt Pinfield 0:56:30 - How bad did it get? 1:00:00 - Looking back on past albums 1:11:00 - Fashion 1:15:00 - Top 5 The Cult songs 1:16:00 - Artists playing their most well-known songs 1:17:00 - Spinal Tap 2 1:19:15 - Weirdest stage moments 1:20:56 - Favorite films 1:24:00 - The Doors movie 1:26:19 - Playing with The Doors and Stewart Copeland 1:36:44 - NYC and LA guest lists 1:40:00 - AI 1:47:00 - The Sex Pistols and Iggy Pop | |||
| Simple Plan | 27 Jul 2025 | 01:05:28 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the most iconic rock bands of the early 2000s, known for the viral hits “Perfect” and “I’m Just A Kid,” features on various popular movie soundtracks, and a decorated 25-year career that’s still going strong … Simple Plan! They get into the member’s roots and early music days in Canada, the Montreal punk scene, and recording the band’s legendary debut album, No Pads, No Helmets…Just Balls. They also talk about losing a Sony record deal, the stories behind hit songs like “Perfect,” “Reset,” and “I’m Just A Kid,” memorable performances at Warped Tour, and touring with Avril Lavigne. They close by talking about producer Bob Rock, the band’s perfect album, and listing the best Canadian bands. Tune into a fun, full-band interview with Simple Plan!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
00:00 - Start 01:45 - Canadian accents 03:00 - Canadian bands 04:13 - 25 years together 05:45 - Family 08:41 - School talent show 09:28 - “Reset” 09:40 - Montreal punk scene 11:45 - Chuck getting kicked out 16:00 - Formation of Simple Plan 18:23 - Sugar Ray 19:46 - Chuck posing as the manager 22:45 - Getting signed and passing out lyric sheets 26:00 - Losing the deal with Sony 27:00 - Recording their debut 30:00 - “Perfect” 32:24 - “I’m Just A Kid” 33:54 - Early Warped Tour shows 34:00 - Dad driving the band 40:37 - Avril Lavigne tour 42:16 - 2000s movie soundtracks 44:00 - Bob Rock 47:00 - Perfect album 51:00 - Best Canadian bands | |||
| Bonus Episode: Lipps Service Live! Pt. 2 With Hamilton Leithauser, Jackson Hamm of Telescreens, and Thesaurus Rex | 13 Jul 2025 | 01:09:44 | |
On this very special bonus episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with three of the six acts who performed on June 4 at the historic New York City venue The Bitter End for our first-ever live event – LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! The live concert was a reflection of Lipps Service podcast, as the night will brought together past and present NYC-bred music, including three legendary acts – Ed Kowalczyk of LIVE, Hamilton Leithauser of The Walkmen, and Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello and Casa Gogol, featuring Steve Shelley of Sonic Youth – and three of the best up-and-coming bands of the city’s contemporary music scene – Jackson Hamm of Telescreens, Thesaurus Rex, and Torture and The Desert Spiders. To reflect on the amazing night and live show, Scott sat down with Hamilton Leithauser, frontman Jackson Hamm of Telescreens, and frontman Calvin Rezen and guitarist Varun Jhunjhunwalla of Thesaurus Rex in this episode. (Go back and check out part one with Ed, Eugene, and Torture!) Starting with Hamilton, he talks about his newest album, This Side of the Island, his take on the ‘Meet Me in the Bathroom’ era, the early days of The Walkmen, and he shares his favorite song on the new album. Next up, Jackson gets into the band’s early days playing at The Bitter End, his favorite local bands, what it was like opening for Franz Ferdinand on tour, and his take on the new Turnstile album. To close, Calvin and Varun discuss how the band formed, their musical influences, how they write thought-provoking lyrics, and they list their top 5 NYC bands. Tune into this exciting episode of Lipps Service, learn about the artists, hear their thoughts on the live show, and check out footage from LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! on all Lipps Service socials, in case you missed it!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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Hamilton Leithauser 00:00 - Start 00:30 - Lipps Service Live! at The Bitter End 01:00 - Intimate vs. big venues 02:00 - The Carlyle Hotel 03:32 - The joys of the 2000s 05:39 - The 2000s 06:30 - Meet Me in the Bathroom documentary and era 08:00 - The early Walkmen days to the current marketing of records 09:44 - The economics of being in a band 10:45 - Being next in line to The Strokes 13:00 - The Walkmen reunion 14:00 - Going solo and This Side of the Island 14:45 - Playing music for his wife 17:20 - Redoing his record 17:40 - Honesty in lyricism on new album 18:00 - Funny tour story 20:15 - Favorite song on new album 20:45 - One song that embodies NYC 23:26 - New music Jackson Hamm of Telescreens 00:33 - Paying homage to Telescreens 01:15 - The Bitter End 04:00 - Contemporary NYC scene 05:50 - Favorite NYC band right now 07:50 - New Turnstile album 10:33 - Rock being shocking 11:37 - AI 13:02 - Pressure to hold the rock ‘n’ roll flag in NYC 14:00 - Franz Ferdinand 15:42 - Early road stories 18:12 - Top 5 films Calvin Rezen and Varun Jhunjhunwalla of Thesaurus Rex 00:45 - How the band formed 01:55 - Influences 04:15 - AI 05:59 - Lyrics 09:23 - Thought-provoking lyrics 11:09 - Finances of an indie artist 16:15 - Top 5 NYC bands | |||
| Royel Otis | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:55:15 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the biggest duos in indie-pop music today, who made waves with their debut album, Pratts & Pain, and two viral covers, “Linger” and “Murder On The Dancefloor” … Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic of Royel Otis! They get into their early days, including how they met, writing and playing in pubs and chicken shops, and other Australian bands. They also get into their most popular tracks, including “Oysters In My Pocket,” the two viral covers, and one of their newest singles, “Moody.” They discuss their sound evolution, vulnerable lyricism, branding strategy, and the rise of guerrilla music marketing. To close, they share the best cities to play and craziest fan moment, and they list their Top 5 duos, cover songs, and Aussie terms. Tune into a funny and insightful chat with indie-pop’s favorite duo – Royel Otis!
Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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00:00 - Start 01:18 - Guerrilla music marketing 02:15 - Writing in a pub 02:45 - Australian bands 03:00 - LA 04:39 - Lil Nas X party 06:00 - Growing up 09:00 - How they met 10:22 - Musical influences 11:00 - The decision to take this live or just make it a recording project 11:45 - The success of “Oysters In My Pocket” 13:00 - Leaving for Italy 13:50 - First concerts 16:15 - The story behind “Oysters In My Pocket” 17:36 - Process then and now 19:23 - “Murder On The Dancefloor” 19:30 - Cover songs 23:00 - Courtney Love 26:00 - Pratts & Pain 30:22 - Analyzing lyrics 32:00 - “Moody” 33:00 - Sound evolution 34:00 - Vulnerable lyrics 35:30 - Branding 37:00 - Getting nervous before gigs 37:42 - Playing chicken shops 40:00 - Best cities to play 41:27 - Craziest fan moment 43:15 - Top 5 duos 45:44 - Top 5 cover songs 47:52 - Top 5 Aussie terms | |||
| Tyson Ritter of The All-American Rejects | 08 Jun 2025 | 00:32:43 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with singer-songwriter, painter, actor, and the frontman of All-American Rejects, Tyson Ritter! In front of a live studio audience, Tyson gets into how the band came up with its name and shares some of the early contenders. Tyson also talks about the Oklahoma music scene he grew up around, his first music inspirations, and his music career. He also discusses his art, what painting means to him, and his NYC art gallery debut. The two musicians exchange feelings about touring, and Tyson talks about the band’s current tour and upcoming tour with the Jonas Brothers. To close, Tyson lists his top 5 one-hit wonders, tells a great story about his friend David Bryan of Bon Jovi, and shares what Van Halen’s sophomore album means to him. Tune into a fun and exciting chat with everyone’s favorite house-party rockin’ frontman – Tyson Ritter! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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00:00 - Start 01:15 - Band name 03:20 - Oklahoma music scene 04:29 - Early music inspirations 06:45 - His parents, his career, deciding to stay in school or play music 07:42 - How the band got a record deal 10:24 - Band’s early days 11:52 - NYC and what it means to him 12:40 - His art and how it helps him 15:49 - Commerce versus art 17:27 - Touring 19:09 - Band’s hiatus 22:33 - Band dynamic 24:17 - Jonas Brothers tour 26:08 - Top 5 one-hit wonders 27:32 - David Bryan of Bon Jovi story 30:12 - What does this record mean to you? (Van Halen) | |||
| Rico Nasty | 26 May 2025 | 01:20:23 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of today’s hottest rappers, producers, and singer-songwriters, Rico Nasty, who most recently released her third album, LETHAL, on May 16 via Fueled By Ramen. Rico starts by discussing her upbringing, including her early music influences such as Britney Spears and Joan Jett, and how she was expelled from school. She also tells the story behind her namesake, reflects on her first performances at Sweet 16s, and explains how her parents have supported her career. She talks about her collaborations with other big artists, including Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, and Megan Thee Stallion. She explores her new album, from its creation and message to the meaning behind the album cover, and shares the stories behind some of its hit tracks. To close, Rico lists her top 5 food spots in NYC and artists who inspire her. Tune into a funny and great chat with the baddest to ever do it – Rico Nasty!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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0:00:00 - Start 0:02:00 - NYC 0:03:33 - Her parents 0:04:30 - Free styling 0:06:29 - Upbringing 0:08:00 - Getting expelled from school 0:10:40 - Rico Nasty namesake 0:12:19 - Britney Spears and other influences 0:13:40 - Her dad 0:15:30 - Joan Jett, Shrek, and The Runaways 0:23:00 - Performing at sweet 16s 0:23:20 - Second guessing and meeting Kenny beats 0:27:47 - Primal Scream therapy 0:39:07 - Top pizza spots 0:31:00 - “Smack A Bitch” 0:35:00 - Early influences like Avril Lavigne, Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, and working with them 0:38:40 - Dream collaboration with Rihanna 0:39:42 - Boys Noize 0:41:22 - Being pigeon-holed 0:43:09 - The process 0:47:12 - Playing new music for people 0:48:00 - Album cover 0:51:44 - Biggest fears 0:52:46 - “Teethsucker” 0:54:00 - Her finsta 0:57:47 - “On The Low” 0:59:45 - Acting in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” 0:65:22 - Top 5 food spots in NYC 0:72:30 - Top 5 artists who inspire her | |||
| Pelle Almqvist of The Hives | 18 May 2025 | 01:01:52 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the legendary frontman of one of the most influential garage rock bands of all time – Howlin’ Pelle Almqvist of The Hives! In his second time on Lipps Service, the Swedish singer-songwriter talks about the band’s decorated career, from receiving worldwide praise to inspiring other iconic bands. Pelle also uplifts some of his own music inspirations, including David Johansen, Clem Burke, Josh Homme, and AC/DC. As The Hives are gearing up to release a new album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, in August, Pelle explores some of the album’s themes, stories behind the songs, and what it was like working with the record’s producer Mike D of The Beastie Boys. To close, Pelle lists his top 5 siblings in rock and debut albums of all time. Tune in for another amazing and funny chat with everyone’s favorite frontman – Pelle Almqvist! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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00:00 - Start 01:14 - Praise for The Hives 02:12 - Ticket prices 04:50 - Franchising The Hives? 06:36 - New album 07:55 - David Johansen and Clem Burke 08;55 - AC/DC 09:52 - Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age 11:00 - Pop structure 11:55 - Mike D of The Beastie Boys 15:07 - The Dead Boys AI 18:12 - Swedish music scene 21:36 - ABBA 25:09 - Playing new music for friends 26:44 - PC culture 28:00 - Enough is enough 30:00 - Online comments 31:00 - Playing new songs 33:33 - New album’s process 35:00 - Influencing other bands 36:56 - What music Pelle listens to 37:42 - Perfect record 41:10 - Top 5 siblings in rock 51:07 - AC/DC 54:13 - Top 5 debut albums | |||
| Bonus Episode: Lipps Service Live! with Ed Kowalczyk of Live, Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello with Grace Bergere, and Torture and The Desert Spiders | 13 May 2025 | 01:18:51 | |
On this very special bonus episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with three of the six acts who will perform on June 4 at the historic New York City venue The Bitter End for our first-ever live event – LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! JUNE 4 AT THE BITTER END https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/lipps-service-live-festival-2025-06-04-the-bitter-end-new-york-e3febc?presaleName=lipps-service-live The live concert will be a reflection of Lipps Service podcast, as the night will bring together past and present NYC-bred music, including three legendary acts – Ed Kowalczyk of LIVE, Hamilton Leithauser of The Walkmen, Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello and Casa Gogol – and three of the best up-and-coming bands of the city’s contemporary music scene – Jackson Hamm of Telescreens, Thesaurus Rex, and Torture and The Desert Spiders! To get fans excited about the live show, Scott talked with Ed, Eugene, who was accompanied by an artist under his label, Grace Bergere, and Torture in this special bonus episode. Starting with Ed, he discusses his early music days in NYC, shares a crazy story about the band’s hit song “Lightning Crashes,” and lists his top 5 most meaningful lyrics and underrated singers. Next up, Eugene and Grace reflect on Gogol Bordello's rise in 1989 in NYC, and list the best punk bands from the city. To close, Torture tells the story of how David Bowie inspired her band name and her favorite artists in the current NYC music scene. Tune into this exciting and insightful episode of Lipps Service, learn about the artists, hear their thoughts on the upcoming live show, and get ready for LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! We hope to see you all there – you don’t want to miss it!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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Ed Kowalczyk of LIVE 0:04:30 - Getting signed out of NYC 0:05:15 - CBGB 0:07:30 - “Lightning Crashes” story 0:10:00 - College radio 0:11:30 - Early lyrics 0:15:00 - Mixing in a defunct Playboy resort 0:17:00 - Drawing inspiration 0:20:00 - Meeting Kurt Cobain 0:22:35 - Collaborating with Peter Buck 0:24:00 - Top 5 most meaningful lyrics 0:35:45 - Top 5 criminally underrated lead singers 0:38:50 - What does this record mean to you? (The Velvet Underground & Nico) Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello and Grace Bergere of Casa Gogol 0:43:13 - The Gogol collective and touring 0:43:28 - Working with Rick Rubin 0:50:24 - 1989 in NYC 0:55:00 - Early punk rock 1:02:05 - Top NYC punk bands Torture and The Desert Spiders 1:04:52 - Band name story 1:09:00 - Beginnings in music 1:16:22 - Top 5 local rock bands | |||
| Damiano David | 11 May 2025 | 01:00:41 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with singer-songwriter, musician, and blistering frontman of Italian rock band Måneskin – Damiano David! Gearing up for the release of his debut solo album, FUNNY little FEARS, on May 16, Damiano gets into the meaning behind the title, stories behind some of the album’s tracks, and his fears. He discusses his early music days, including recruiting Måneskin band members on Facebook, busking and restaurant gigs in Italy, and the band’s success on X Factor. Damiano also shares his takes on the music industry, from chasing success and milestone moments to label transparency and working with songwriters. He gives us insight into his personal life, like his fashion sensibility, relationship with singer and actress Dove Cameron, and falling in love. To close, Damiano lists his top 5 underrated artists and lead singers, and shares his perfect album. Tune into an insightful and amazing chat with one of modern rock’s greatest frontmen – Damiano David!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC
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02:09 - Fears 02:42 - FUNNY little FEARS title 03:30 - Being in a rock band from Italy 04:24 - X Factor 04:26 - Traveling the world 06:15 - Guns N’ Roses being pop 06:48 - Music career journey 08:03 - First record he bought 08:35 - Idols 09:58 - Meeting Måneskin members on Facebook 12:15 - Looking for a drummer on Facebook 13:45 - How Italy shaped him as an artist 15:33 - X Factor 17:30 - Performing at restaurants 19:40 - Chasing success 21:30 - Grammy nomination 22:25 - Milestone moments 24:00 - Being anonymous in Italy 25:29 - Måneskin 28:00 - Label transparency 29:57 - Fashion sensibility 31:50 - Status of Måneskin 33:00 - Songwriters 37:43 - Another solo record? 39:00 - The Greatest Showman inspiration 41:39 - Getting personal on the solo record 43:21 - Being in love and Dove Cameron 45:13 - “Voices” 47:30 - “Love and Angels” about Dove Cameron 49:00 - Playing music for friends 50:59 - Lana Del Rey 51:51 - The return of rock? 54:25 - Underrated artists 55:00 - Top 5 underrated artists 57:02 - Perfect album 58:05 - Top 5 lead singers | |||
| Michael Monroe of Hanoi Rocks | 04 May 2025 | 01:04:56 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with legendary glam metal frontman of Hanoi Rocks – Michael Monroe! The two start by getting into Michael’s return to America after several years away, comparing the old to the new NYC, and Northeast music icons like Bruce Springsteen and Joey Ramone. They explore Michael and Hanoi Rocks’ various musical influences, including Black Sabbath, Little Richard, Elvis, and Stiv Bators. Michael reflects on his upbringing in Sweden, from living on the streets and surviving to the early days of the band and their early glam looks and expression. He also spills the lowdown on pivotal interactions within his career, including asking Prince to produce the band, producing with Bob Ezrin, and making peace with Vince Neil. To close, Michael talks about the band’s last gig and lists his top 5 records everyone should own. Tune into a music history-filled chat with legend Michael Monroe!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC
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01:50 - Returning to play in America 02:30 - Documentary 05:00 - The old NYC 06:30 - Hells Angels 08:15 - Bruce Springsteen 11:30 - Joey Ramone 15:55 - Growing up 16:47 - Black Sabbath 18:00 - Hair metal movement 21:00 - Little Richard and Elvis 22:00 - Sax and harmonica 24:00 - Parents 24:30 - Meeting Hanoi’s Andy McCoy 26:12 - Band’s interesting early look 27:22 - Living on the streets in Sweden 30:22 - Surviving early on 33:49 - Legacy 34:35 - Razzle 36:00 - Prince producing Hanoi 37:20 - Getting signed to CBS and Bob Ezrin producing 39:40 - Oriental best remastered 39:43 - Making peace with Vince Neil 40:00 - Razzle’s death 42:00 - Stiv Bators 44:21 - Hanoi’s last gig 47:30 - Writing a letter to Nikki Sixx about Razzle 52:15 - AI Stiv Bators 58:12 - Top 5 records everyone should own | |||
| Nathy Peluso | 20 Apr 2025 | 00:49:03 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Argentina-born singer-songwriter Nathy Peluso to delve into her decade-long journey in the music industry. The two get into her early days singing as a child, influences like Phil Collins, Erykah Badu, and D'Angelo, and her first performances. She shares pivotal moments in her career, including her 'Tiny Desk' concert and collaborating with Christian Aguilera. From her love of jazz and salsa background to producing herself and learning how to rap, Nathy details her wide-ranging music repertoire. She tells the story behind the making of her single 'EROTIKA,' and other tales about her latest music. To close, Nathy lists her top 5 albums for a vibe and names her perfect record. Tune into an exciting and fun chat with the one and only – Nathy Peluso!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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| John 5 of Mötley Crüe | 13 Apr 2025 | 01:06:30 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of rock’s most in-demand players and current guitarist for the legendary Mötley Crüe – John 5! The two get into John’s newest rock passion project, his ‘Knights In Satan’s Service Museum’ of KISS memorabilia, one of the largest collections in the world, which will be displayed this summer in California. They talk about his lifelong obsession with KISS and what the iconic band means to him as a musician and fan. They discuss his early days making music and playing clubs in Detroit, the city’s music scene, and when John first moved to LA. John explores his impressive resume and experiences playing with rock greats, including Mötley Crüe, Eddie Van Halen, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, and so many more. He also uplifts his influences and their impact on his music, including Rob Halford of Judas Priest and Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails. To close, John gives us the rundown of his current project, playing and touring with Mötley Crüe, and what to expect from him and the band this year. Finally, in Lipps Service fashion, John lists his top 5 rock guitarists, metal riffs, and his perfect album. And he even whips out his guitar to play some riffs! Tune into a musical and insightful chat with the one and only – John 5!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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0:00:00 - Start 0:02:00 - KISS Museum 0:06:08 - What KISS meant to him 0:07:44 - Growing up 0:13:00 - Playing clubs 0:14:30 - Detroit music scene 0:17:50 - Moving to LA 0:20:20 - First LA gigs 0:23:25 - Eddie Van Halen 0:33:00 - Writing with Lynyrd Skynyrd 0:34:00 - Rob Halford of Judas Priest and Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails 0:38:32 - Learning all the parts 0:40:00 - Marilyn Manson fight 0:43:54 - David Lee Roth 0:47:29 - Zombie 0:48:21 - Mötley Crüe 0:51:00 - First Mötley rehearsal 0:53:30 - New Mötley music 0:56:51 - Top 5 rock guitarists 1:00:00 - Perfect record 1:01:00 - Top 5 metal riffs | |||
| Rick Springfield | 31 Mar 2025 | 01:05:23 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with an ‘80s music legend known for his discography filled with classic, catchy hits, his various TV appearances including ‘General Hospital,’ and everyone knows his timeless hit “Jesse’s Girl” … It’s the one and only – Rick Springfield! The two get into Rick’s life in Malibu and growing up in Australia. Rick then details his upbringing, including his early days, his experience battling depression, and his failed suic*** attempt. Later on, Rick discusses his earliest experiences in music, including his first few bands, traveling to Vietnam to perform, his pop-rock group Zoot, and what it was like being a teen idol. They, of course, get into “Jesse’s Girl” and ‘General Hospital,’ and he even reminisces on his life in the ‘80s. To close, Rick shares insight into his latest biggest hits record, the story behind “I’ve Done Everything For You,” and his take on the Foo Fighters. Tune into an exciting and insightful chat with the man – Rick Springfield!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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0:00:00 - Start 0:01:40 - Malibu 0:05:33 - Aging 0:06:24 - Growing up 0:15:59 - Battling depression 0:17:39 - Failed suic*** attempt 0:19:45 - First bands 0:21:30 - Going to Vietnam with his band 0:26:00 - Zoot 0:29:31 - Meeting Elvis 0:33:00 - Solo album 0:35:00 - Being a teen idol 0:36:00 - Acting 0:37:45 - General hospital 0:40:11 - “Jesse’s Girl” 0:43:55 - What were the 80s like for you? 0:48:00 - “I’ve Done Everything For You” 0:51:21 - Foo Fighters 0:54:14 - New record 0:01:04 - Accent | |||
| Pierce The Veil | 23 Mar 2025 | 00:56:10 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with three members – vocalist Vic Fuentes, guitarist Tony Perry, and bassist Jaime Preciado – of San Diego-bred rockers Pierce The Veil! The four get into the band's early days in music, using MySpace in the early 2000s, and the band's forming. They discuss the Southern California music scenes, their experiences at Warped Tour, and the influence of grunge. They also share insight into songs like "Karma Police" and "King For A Day," and how the latter went viral on TikTok. The three talk about some collaborations, and their headlining stints at Madison Square Garden and The Forum. To close, they list their top 5 rock records, films, and Radiohead songs. Tune into a great, exciting chat with Pierce The Veil!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products. 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Flying 2:50 - New babies 03:33 - Blink 182 tour 05:05 - "Karma Police" 08:40 - Early covers and music beginnings 10:00 - MySpace 12:00 - How the band started 14:00 - San Diego scene 17:40 - Vic finding his voice 19:30 - Early influences and grunge 22:10 - Warped tour 26:00 - Debut album, A Flair for the Dramatic 27:25 - Collaborations 31:00 - "King For A Day" 34:00 - Process 35:21 - "Pass the Nirvana" 36:58 - Ghosts 40:25 - Never meet your idols 42:30 - Touring vs the studio 43:00 - Fan gifts 44:00 - MSG and the Forum 47:30 - Top 5 rock records 50:17 - Top 5 films 53:00 - Top 5 Radiohead songs | |||
| Luke Spiller (Special bonus episode) | 16 Mar 2025 | 00:25:18 | |
On this special bonus episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with a Lipps Service veteran, longtime friend, and blistering rock ‘n’ roller — Luke Spiller. Famously known as the electric frontman of British rock band The Struts, Luke is getting ready for the release of his debut solo record, Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine. The two get into everything behind the making of the new album, which is slated to be released on April 25. They discuss Luke’s journey of going solo, how he met Scott, and why he wanted to make his own record outside of the band. He talks about his relationships with Jason Falkner of Jellyfish (Scott’s favorite band!) and the late Taylor Hawkins of Foo Fighters. He also tells the stories behind a few of the new songs, including the title-track and “Devil In Me.” To close, Luke lists his top 5 solo albums from a lead singer of a band. Tune into a friendly and exciting conversation with Luke Spiller!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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00:00 - Intro 01:44 - Journey to solo album & how Luke and Scott met 02:11 - Starting the album in 2020 02:44 - Why he went solo 04:18 - How he decides if it’s a Struts song or a solo song 05:05 - Themes of love on the record 06:00 - “Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine” 07:12 - Jason Falkner 07:49 - Taylor Hawkins 09:11 - Bond theme ideas for the record 10:36 - “Devil in Me" 12:22 - Mel’s Diner 14:07 - Lyricism on the record 15:31 - Going solo 17:00 - Taylor Hawkins, “Angel Like You” & Shane Hawkins 20:21 - The Sun Rose shows in LA 21:00 - Top 5 solo albums from a lead singer of a band | |||
| Stewart Copeland of The Police | 09 Mar 2025 | 01:13:17 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the iconic drummer, Stewart Copeland, of the legendary '80s rock band The Police. The two get into Stewart’s early days in music, his father being in the CIA, and influences like Ginger Baker. Stewart talks about his proudest moment, which songs he would redo, and meeting the famed producer George Martin. He discusses his relationship and some experiences with frontman Sting, reuniting with the band, and his composing work. To close, Stewart lists his top 5 drummers of all time, his perfect album, and the lineup of his ideal supergroup. Tune in for a legendary conversation with the Hall-of-Famer drummer!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:00 - Grammys 0:05:30 - Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 0:08:26 - Growing up 0:14:50 - Ginger Baker 0:15:00 - First bands 0:19:44 - Meeting The Police 0:29:00 - Clark Kent 0:31:25 - Proudest moment 0:35:25 - Any songs Stewart would redo? 0:39:00 - Coming to America 0:45:00 - “Every Breath You Take” 0:46:00 - The time Sting yelled 0:49:00 - Did the band end too soon? 0:50:00 - George Martin story 0:53:00 - The band’s dynamic during the reunion 0:54:50 - How much money would it take to reunite? 0:56:00 - The Doors 0:57:00 - Composing 0:58:00 - Top 5 drummers 1:03:00 - Perfect album 1:07:00 - Supergroup 1:08:00 - New projects | |||
| Brent Smith of Shinedown | 23 Feb 2025 | 00:55:59 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of today’s leading rock frontmen, Brent Smith of Shinedown. The two dive into the Grammys, the current state of rock ‘n’ roll, and some of music’s biggest new stars, including Benson Boone and Teddy Swims. They also discuss Brent’s upbringing, early music influences, and the band's beginnings. Brent explores his experiences with addiction, recovery, and loss, and the meaning behind what it means to get a second chance. They detail the band’s immense radio success, their many top hits, and the making of their newest music. To close, Brent lists his Top 5 criminally underrated singers. Tune in to a great chat with the hit-making and wonderful frontman — Brent Smith!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.
1:30 - Being without a home 3:27 - His first big purchase 4:51 - Sending money to Spiritbox 6:30 - The Grammys and the state of rock 'n' roll 7:00 - Benson Boone and Teddy Swims 13:00 - Growing up 16:30 - Early musical influences 20:09 - Getting signed and re-signed 26:56 - Shinedown’s success with radio 31:15 - The meaning behind second chance 36:30 - Addiction and sobriety 44:00 - Loss 45:37 - New music 50:51 - Top 5 criminally underrated singers | |||
| John Stamos | 09 Feb 2025 | 00:52:21 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with sitcom legend and drummer John Stamos. The two longtime friends get into their shared experiences drumming for two of music’s biggest acts — John with The Beach Boys and Scott with Courtney Love. John dives into how he got the gig with the iconic surf rockers and the optimism of their timeless music. He also talks about meeting and befriending stars, including Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Don Rickles, and Taylor Hawkins. Most prominently known for his fan-favorite television roles, John reflects on his acting career and shows like Full House and E.R. He discusses what it’s like being a father and details some of the stories from his new memoir. To close the interview, John lists his top 5 underrated rock bands. Tune into a funny and insightful chat with the one and only — John Stamos!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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01:00 - Welcoming John 02:15 - Being drummers 03:00 - Getting started with The Beach Boys 06:30 - Playing at the Washington Monument & meeting Jimmy Page at the Watergate Hotel 10:20 - Optimism of The Beach Boys music 11:50 - Growing up in Orange County 14:00 - Sammy Davis Jr. getting Stamos to perform music on TV for the first time 16:00 - Introducing parents to Frank Sinatra 17:11 - Relationship with Don Rickles 20:00 - Joining E.R. 22:30 - Full House 25:00 - Frequency of performances with The Beach Boys 29:20 - Bonding with son over drums 30:20 - Relationship with Taylor Hawkins 32:58 - Music video with The Offspring 34:00 - Onstage "pinch-me" moments 34:41 - John Fogerty 37:16 - Writing the memoir & DUI story & rehab 41:30 - Top 5 underrated rock bands 45:12 - Musicians on the internet 49:50 - Stick twirling & paradiddles | |||
| Huddy | 26 Jan 2025 | 00:54:22 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott welcomes social media star and musician Chase Hudson, also known as Huddy. They begin the episode discussing the tragic wildfires near Chase's home in California and what his family did to evacuate. Chase also gets into the growing pains of touring and what it was like starting a career as a professional musician. He talks about living in the Hype House, and the troubles that came with leaving it to pursue a different career. Chase shares his affinity for the pop-punk renaissance and dream collaborations with artists from the genre. They end the interview by talking about Chase's dream supergroup, his favorite hard rock and metal bands of all time, and his upcoming projects.
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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00:15 - Intro 01:21 - Wildfire evacuations 03:49 - T-shirts 05:35 - Leaving California 08:50 - Touring 11:28 - Screaming in songs 12:57 - Growing up 15:21 - Becoming a musician 20:27 - Viral videos 21:48 - TikTok ban 26:49 - Hype House 33:11 - Transitioning into music 35:38 - Pop punk revival 37:19 - Dream collabs 39:25 - Working with MGK and Sydney Sweeney 42:41 - Writing lyrics 45:21 - Discussing upcoming album 47:47 - Building a supergroup 48:54 - Perfect album 50:11 - Top 5 hard rock bands 54:39 - Looking forward to the year | |||
| Kerry King of Slayer and Kerry King Band | 12 Jan 2025 | 00:41:07 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the thrash metal guitarist and songwriter, formerly of Slayer, Kerry King. They start off talking about Kerry’s love for Australia, his experience with snake trading and breeding, and other metal bands like Iron Maiden and Metallica. They also get into Kerry’s early music inspirations, friendships with the “big four” metal bands, and the PMRC controversy. Kerry also reflects on recording with Beastie Boys and Rick Rubin, working with Dimebag Darrell, and turning down opportunities to tour again with Slayer. They close the interview by talking about Kerry’s upcoming tour and his newest album, From Hell I Rise, and Kerry lists his top 5 perfect albums and guitarists of all time.
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Produced by @whitakermarisa Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
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00:14 - Intro 01:18 - Australia 01:46 - Snake trading and breeding 02:39 - Iron Maiden 03:51 - Steve Harris story 04:45 - Lars Ulrich story 05:40 - Drones 06:38 - Early music inspirations 07:30 - First concerts 08:20 - Eddie Van Halen 09:10 - Black Sabbath & Judas Priest 10:40 - Finding music & magazines 11:44 - Guitar lessons 12:50 - Band with guitar teacher 13:24 - Punk 15:35 - Playing the hits at concerts 16:07 - Meeting the members of the band 17:28 - Metallica & Dave Mustaine 18:20 - Slayer vs. Metallica sound 19:00 - James Hetfield 19:37 - Big four shows 20:15 - Turning down Slayer tours 21:02 - Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC) 21:30 - Weird fan autograph requests 22:44 - Dimebag Darrell & Pantera 25:05 - Beastie Boys “No Sleep Till Brooklyn” story 26:30 - Rick Rubin 27:29 - New album, From Hell I Rise 28:11 - “Starting over” with new band 29:23 - New band & members & band name 31:47 - Machine Head 32:35 - Songwriting for Slayer and solo album 34:37 - Lyrical inspirations on new album 35:15 - “Crucifixation” 36:45 - Working on second solo album 36:59 - Tour with Mastodon & Lamb of God 37:48 - Coming up with setlists 38:12 - Top 5 perfect albums 39:07 - Top 5 guitar players of all time 39:54 - Upcoming tour 40:38 - Celebrities wearing Slayer t-shirts | |||
| NYC Music Scene Part 3 - featuring Des Rocs, Pan Arcadia and Cab Ellis | 22 Dec 2024 | 01:27:09 | |
In this episode of Lipps Service — the second installment of our NYC music scene series — Scott sits down with four buzzing artists out of the East Coast — Des Rocs, Eamon Rush and Brian Duke of Pan Arcadia, and Connor Abeles of Cab Ellis. Starting off with the blistering rock ‘n’ roller, Des Rocs discusses his upbringing and musical influences from Long Island, including odd jobs he’s had to support his music career. Des also talks about his endorsement from UFC’s Dana White, funny stories of his performances alongside The Cult and The Rolling Stones, and the influence ofIan Astbury and Queen’s Live At Wembley album. Next up, Brooklyn-bred rock band Pan Arcadia’s frontman Eamon Rush and drummer Brian Duke get into their local performances at different venues in Manhattan and Brooklyn, living together at “The Shack” and their home studio, and NYC influences like Lou Reed and The Strokes. Eamon and Brian also talk about their various charity benefit concerts like “Save The Scene” and “Rock The Pantry,” the camaraderie of the local current scene, and insight into the band’s upcoming music releases. Last but not least, Scott talks with eclectic frontman Connor Abeles of Cab Ellis, who dives into his musical beginnings in LA and Boston, comparing LA vs. NYC music, and the band’s experience working with experimental producer Gordon Raphael. Connor gets into winning NPR’s “Tiny Desk” contest, the band’s forthcoming self-titled junior album, and their headlining gig in support of the release at Bowery Ballroom in January 2025. | |||
| Dexter Holland and Noodles of The Offspring | 08 Dec 2024 | 01:10:05 | |
In this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Dexter and Noodles from The Offspring. They go over the band’s early SoCal days, how they got signed, and their brotherhood with bands like Rancid and NOFX. Dexter and Noodles share their inspiration for their new albumSupercharged, as well as discussing the new streaming age of music and working with Bob Rock.
00:00:38 - record promo 00:01:00 - last NOFX show 00:01:50 -brotherhood w Pennywise, Bad Religion, NOFX, Rancid 00:02:50 - The Offspring podcast 00:04:16 - lasting 40 years 00:06:07 - bands origin story 00:09:15 - pre-Epitaph days, getting signed 00:10:37 -playing chess w Epitaph guy to get signed, punk chess 00:12:15 - successful of first record 00:14:24 - crazy early day shows on Gilman St 00:18:00 - touring and camping out on the road 00:20:10 - making Smash and it’s success 00:21:56 -writing Come Out and Play 00:27:53 - other Club Lingerie bands 00:28:21 - Pretty Fly For a White Guy 00:30:24 - sophomore album 00:33:25 - streaming age of music for a band like The Offspring 00:34:32 - AFI label 00:36:47 - most successful headlining tour, playing with Ed Sheeran, Sir Brian May, Yungblud, Emily Armstrong 00:43:10 - Woodstock ’99 00:45:40 -new Offspring record, what inspired it 00:48:21 - Dexter running triathlon 00:49:02 - working with Bob Rock 00:52:35 - how does The Offspring pick a setlist 00:55:49 - new age of hardcore bands 00:56:23 - poorly aged records 00:59:05 -Top 5 SoCal Restaurants 01:01:57 -best punk band of all time 01:03:52 -The Offsprings supergroups | |||
| Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains | 24 Nov 2024 | 00:00:46 | |
On this episode, Scott sits down with the influential and dynamic guitarist who helped shape the sound of the ‘90s — in his second time on Lipps Service — Jerry Cantrell of Alice In Chains! Jerry shares some behind-the-scenes details from recording his new album, I Want Blood, including exploring spoken word and finding new avenues for creative processes. Later on, the two get into the early days of Alice in Chains, how Jerry met Layne Staley, and the recording process of Jar of Flies. Beyond Jerry’s early career, they discuss Jerry’s touring with Ozzy Osbourne and Zakk Wylde, being friends with Eddie Van Halen, and writing music with Chris Cornell. The episode wraps up with Jerry listing his favorite films, albums, and underrated bands. Tune in for this insightful interview with the one and only Jerry Cantrell!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Catching up 01:40 - Touring with Zakk Wylde and Ozzy Osbourne 03:19 - Eddie Van Halen stories 06:22 - Writing “Nutshell” 08:27 - 'Jar of Flies' 11:20 - Writing with Chris Cornell 12:48 - Features on the new album 14:50 - Camaraderie in Seattle 16:26 - Grunge 17:14 - Getting back to solo music 20:19 - Early music inspirations 22:28 - Meeting Layne Staley 28:13 - Finding the Alice sound 31:54 - Nirvana and the scene 33:45 - Story behind “Rooster” 38:00 - Revisiting records 39:26 - Writing songs 45:38 - Finding his voice 49:31 - Economics 54:09 - Favorite albums 55:26 - Top 5 films 57:25 - Underrated bands 58:28 - Upcoming tours and cities | |||
| Bobby Nerves of Bad Nerves | 17 Nov 2024 | 01:10:52 | |
In this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Bad Nerves frontman Bobby Nerves. They get into drumming, touring the US, and The Hives' influence on the band. Bobby also discusses growing up in Essex, how the band formed without expectations, and the economics of being in a band. Later on, the two talk about Billie Joe Armstrong's approval of Bad Nerves, the state of the world and AI, and the band's signing to Stone Gossard of Pearl Jam's record label, Loose Groove. Bobby also shares his top 5 underrated punk bands and British dishes, including his perfect album and the members of his dream supergroup. Listen to an exciting chat with the energetic singer and songwriter for one of the best new punk bands out there!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
0:00:43 - Drumming 0:02:20 - Drum and record stores 0:03:50 - U.S. tour 0:05:30 - The Hives influence 0:09:15 - Touring with The Hives 0:11:26 - Growing up in Essex 0:14:20 - Starting as recording project 0:17:10 - Going in with no expectations 0:19:18 - 10,000 hours theory 0:20:20 - First recording studio 0:22:00 - Working with friends 0:23:13 - Economics of being a band 0:27:00 - Stealing food from gas stations 0:30:15 - People connecting with their music 0:30:40 - Going to America first time 0:32:48 - Breaking down Baby Drummer 0:35:20 - Billie Joe Armstrong 0:38:27 - Bands standing for something 0:40:41 - State of the world 0:41:30 - AI 0:43:43 - Singing live and backing tracks 0:46:49 - Signing to Loose Groove (Stone Gossard label) 0:51:53 - Making mistakes 0:52:47 - Bobby’s supergroup 0:54:58 - Top 5 underrated punk bands 0:56:45 - Bobby’s perfect album 1:00:52 - Top 5 British dishes 1:04:42 - Bobby’s Twitch radio show | |||
| Maynard James Keenan of Tool, A Perfect Circle and Puscifer | 10 Nov 2024 | 00:56:28 | |
On this episode, Scott welcomes back the iconic frontman of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer for his second time on Lipps Service — Maynard James Keenan! Maynard discusses the Sessanta tour (in celebration of his 60th birthday), his upbringing in Ohio, his experience in the army, and what it's like living in LA. The two also get into Maynard's extensive interests, ranging from Jiu-Jitsu, UFC, and wine-making to opening and owning multiple restaurants. Maynard also talks about his favorite records and how they influence his wine-making. The episode closes with some of Maynard's favorite underground bands, TV shows, and comedians. Tune in for another insightful conversation with the one and only Maynard James Keenan! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Black Sabbath 02:00 - Comedy openers 03:21 - Early influences 04:45 - Time management 06:03 - Growing up in Ohio 09:55 - Life in the army 15:09 - First band CAD 17:33 - Moving to LA / early days of Tool 20:32 - Scientology gun story 22:39 - Religion 23:29 - Creative process 27:34 - UFC and fighting 28:43 - Sessanta tour / touring 32:24 - Merkin Vineyard/living in Arizona 38:23 - Talking about context and wine 40:09 - Jiu-Jitsu 42:05 - Favorite restaurants 44:28 - Favorite records 45:56 - Underground bands 47:29 - Car speakers / Portlandia 48:40 - Comedians 51:00 - Closing remarks | |||
| Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge and Slash & the Conspirators | 27 Oct 2024 | 00:56:00 | |
On this episode, Scott sits down with rocking singer and guitarist Myles Kennedy, ahead of the release of his new solo album, The Art of Letting Go. They discuss the influence of bands like Jane’s Addiction and Jellyfish, and Kennedy’s performances with rock legends like Jason Bonham and Slash. They talk about Kennedy’s signature guitar, the upcoming album, and his latest solo tour with a three-piece band. Finally, Kennedy lists his top 5 underrated bands, Guns N’ Roses songs, and his perfect rock supergroup. Tune in for a good conversation with the amazingly talented Myles Kennedy!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
05:20 - Zakk Wylde and shooting Rock Star movie 07:02 - Kennedy’s new single and record 07:58 - Living in Washington 08:26 - Introduction to music 11:40 - Deciding to do music professionally 13:51 - First band 16:02 - Matt Pinfield and The Mayfield Four 17:03 - Jerry Harrison and Radiohead influence 18:51 - Velvet Revolver opportunity 21:44 - Relationship with Slash 23:16 - Thoughts on Creed 24:27 - Kennedy’s new record 29:04 - Mark Knopfler and Big Wreck influence 30:27 - Custom guitar 32:04 - “Mr. Downside” story 34:26 - Touring with a three-piece band 35:33 - Thoughts on backing tracks 37:55 - Singing with Guns N’ Roses 40:07 - Asked to sing with Led Zeppelin 43:25 - New record and tour 45:20 - Top 5 underrated artists 50:09 - Top 5 Guns N’ Roses songs 53:05 - Perfect record 53:52 - Supergroup | |||
| Zakk Wylde of Black Label Society | 13 Oct 2024 | 01:04:43 | |
On this episode, Scott is joined by legendary heavy metal guitarist Zakk Wylde! They get into Zakk’s current role as the guitarist for Pantera's reunion tour, as well as his early days in Ozzy Osbourne's band. Zakk shares several stories about his time touring with Ozzy, Randy Rhoades, and others. They also discuss his journey as a guitarist, and his recent releases with the Black Label Society and Zakk Sabbath. Zakk also reflects on his late friend Dimebag Darrell, and what it's like to pay homage to him while performing during Pantera's reunion tour. The episode closes with some of his Top 5s, including his top 5 metal riffs, and top 5 underrated guitarists!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
2:00 - Changing fashion 7:30 - New song 8:20 - Evolution of guitar playing 11:00 - Discovering music 12:15 - Eddie Van Halen story 15:35 - Learning guitar today 19:30 - Getting into Sabbath 21:00 - Joining Ozzy's band 23:40 - Meeting Randy Rhoades and Ozzy 26:55 - Ozzy stories 29:50 - Songwriting process for BLS 34:10 - Upcoming projects 36:40 - Joining the Pantera reunion 40:50 - Seeing Pantera for the first time 42:50 - Performing with Pantera 46:11 - Paying homage to Dimebag 48:00 - Festival dates 51:55 - Top 5 underrated guitarists 59:53 - Top 5 metal riffs 1:00:50 - One perfect album | |||
| Julian Casablancas of The Strokes and The Voidz | 29 Sep 2024 | 00:57:18 | |
In this episode, Scott sits down with rock icon Julian Casablancas. They dive into Julian's musical journey, from fronting The Strokes to his groundbreaking work with The Voidz. Julian shares stories about the new Voidz album, 'Like All Before You,' and its creative process, including making the music video for "Prophecy of the Dragon." He also opens up about the songwriting approach for the new album, giving fans a glimpse into his creative process. Julian also reflects on his earliest musical influences, including Lou Reed and Bob Marley. Throughout the conversation, he offers behind-the-scenes insights into his collaborations with Rick Rubin and Daft Punk, and also shares one of his dream collaborators. The episode closes with his top 5 movies and top 5 new artists. Tune in for an exciting and revealing conversation with one of the most influential voices in modern rock music!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
04:15 – Approaching others in public 05:50 – New Voidz record 08:30 – Meeting Alex 10:35 – Influences on new album 12:00 – David Lee Roth 13:00 – 2 Dollar Bill performance 15:22 – Making the record 18:00 – Rick Rubin’s process 21:00 – Writing Voidz songs 22:10 – Making of “Prophecy of the Dragon” 26:35 – “Prophecy of the Dragon” music video 30:00 – Writing songs for Strokes vs Voidz 31:23 – Halloween-themed show 32:38 – Fashion 34:45 – Early influences 37:31 – Lou Reed and Bob Marley 38:32 – Early aspirations 44:30 – Aliens 46:38 – Daft Punk’s “Instant Crush” 48:30 – Dream collaboration 49:15 – Cult Records 49:53 – Being an indie artist now 51:24 – Top 5 new artists 54:44 – Top 5 favorite films 57:02 – Top 5 essential NYC spots | |||
| The Warning | 22 Sep 2024 | 01:04:32 | |
In this episode, Scott sits down with the powerhouse sister-trio rock band from Mexico, The Warning. They dive into the band's incredible journey, starting with their viral cover of Metallica's "Enter Sandman," which catapulted them into the global spotlight. The sisters—Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra—share stories about their early rise to fame, from releasing their first EP to their most recent album, Keep Me Fed, highlighting their growth as a band. The conversation also touches on the inspiration behind recent tracks like "Automatic Sun" and "Six Feet Deep," and how their musical influences shaped their sound. They also share some of their favorite stories from touring the world, and of course, their top 5's — including their top 5 restaurants and top 5 women in rock who have inspired them. Tune in for an exciting and insightful conversation with one of the most dynamic bands in modern rock, The Warning!
CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
0:00:30 - Being in NYC 0:02:45 - Musical origins 0:04:50 - Influences 0:06:24 - Going viral 0:07:30 - Encouragement from parents 0:08:25 - Rock music in Mexico 0:11:30 - Rising to fame 0:13:00 - Relationship growing up 0:16:45 - First EP 0:19:20 - Signing to Lava 0:24:05 - Pandemic album rollout 0:29:18 - Writing in English versus Spanish 0:32:30 - Songwriting process 0:39:30 - Album recording process 0:41:40 - "Automatic Sun" 0:44:20 - "Six Feet Deep" 0:46:44 - Performing new songs live 0:48:00 - Playing in Japan 0:49:30 - Tour stories 0:51:00 - Fan stories 0:52:00 - Upcoming tour 0:54:00 - Top 5 restaurants in the US 0:57:40 - Top 5 women in rock 0:59:45 - Perfect records 1:01:40 - Top 5 The Warning songs | |||
| NYC Music Scene Part 2 - featuring Jackson Hamm of Telescreens and Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings | 08 Sep 2024 | 00:36:27 | |
On this episode of Lipps Service, part two of our special NYC music scene episode, Scott sits down with two members of the contemporary New York City music scene: frontman Jackson Hamm of Telescreens and frontman Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings. Scott first sits down with Jackson, who shares his insights on the state of NYC’s music landscape, discussing how it has evolved and the role of community among bands in the city. They also explore Jackson’s relationships with other bands and making money as an artist in today’s industry. Later in the episode, Scott interviews Sid of Sid Simons & The Darlings, who discusses his early influences and forming The Darlings. He also lists his favorite NYC bands and venues and talks about underrated bands. Go check out part one of our NYC music scene episode with artist manager Ryan Gentles, frontwoman Bec Lauder of Bec Lauder & The Noise, and frontman Zane Acord and guitarist Jack Bradley of The Thing.
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CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
Jackson Hamm of Telescreens 1:05:05 – Start 1:07:35 – Current NYC scene 1:09:15 – Relationship with other bands 1:10:00 – Influences 1:10:55 – The scene’s popularity and Jackson’s favorite current bands 1:14:20 – Telescreens’ major label debut 1:16:00 – Making money as an artist 1:18:00 – Jackson’s favorite venues 1:19:40 – Favorite NYC records 1:20:30 – Upcoming tour Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings 1:22:57 – Start 1:26:00 – Early influences 1:27:20 – Relationship with other bands 1:28:17 – Formation of The Darlings 1:29:36 – Current influences in the scene 1:31:50 – Upcoming projects 1:32:50 – Radiohead 1:34:25 – Underrated bands 1:35:00 – Sid’s favorite NYC band 1:36:10 – NYC venues 1:37:50 – Touring 1:40:00 – Record deal search | |||