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!

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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

Luke Spiller (Special bonus episode)