Lipps Service with Scott Lipps

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/ActrizOn 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! 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  0:00:00 - Start 0:00:12 - Sold out Brooklyn shows0:00:33 - Coachella 0:01:49 - Formation in Boston0:02:17 - Band name origins0:03:40 - Berklee School of Music0:04:28 - Childhood friends0:04:55 - 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 theatrics0:07:33 - Musical influences 0:08:28 - Peter Pan 0:09:08 - Christopher Guest0:09:30 - Spinal Tap0:09:50 - Band chemistry 0:10:52 - Death Grips0:11:31 - Being considered “A New York band”0:12:30 - 10 years of Model / Actriz0:13:20 - Costume changes 0:13:30 - Playing festivals vs shows 0:14:41 - Versatility of band name 0:16:30 - Defining the sound of Model/Actriz0:16:48 - Lady Gaga0:18:00 - Stage theatrics0:18:46 - Letters on Lady Gaga’s concert 0:20:17 - Growing up in a conservative area0:20:44 - Family support0:21:00 - Chrismukkah 0:23:16 - Karaoke 0:24:08 - New album, Pirouette0:24:21 - Meaning behind “Cinderella”0:24:40 - Accepting identity and femininity 0:26:46 - Vulnerability through lyricism 0:28:08 - Making a noise rock album0:​​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 collaborations0:35:03 - Upcoming tours0:35:57 - Craziest live show moment0:39:34 - Top 5 frontmen/women0:39:53 - Gwen Stefani0:42:49 - Fred Schnieder 0:43:45 - Grace Jones0:44:23 - Top 5 New York artists 0:45:13 - Scissor Sisters0:49:00 - Frost Children0:50:35 - Talking Heads–––––––––––––––––––––––––The MolotovsOn 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!0:00:00 - Start0:00:08 - Playing in the US0:00:59 - Pros and cons of being a sibling duo0:03:23 - Early influences0:04:23 - Hairdresser parents0:04:39 - Green Day0:05:10 - Record Store Day0:06:00 - Kevin Roland0:06:20 - Breaking through in America0:07:55 - The Libertines0:08:58 - “A long way from home”0:09:19 - The origins of The Molotovs0:11:13 - From busking to opening for Iggy Pop0:13:34 - London street crowds0:15:29 - Busking during COVID0:16:57 - Support from music legends (Green Day, Blondie, Sex Pistols)0:17:43 - Performing with Paul Cook0:19:25 - The Sex Pistols0:21:46 - Number 1 on the UK physical chart0:23:02 - The resurgence of Rock0:24:27 - Mainstream music0:26:10 - The strangest gig 0:28:08 - Craziest tour moment0:31:03 - CBGB fest0:34:00 - Media in today's world0:35:29 - Tour and creating content0:38:18 - Capturing energy on the new album0:39:43 - The meaning of punk rock0:42:37 - Weirdest fan interaction0:45:02 - Top 5 punk rock albums0:49:35 - Anarchy in the UK0:51:13 - Top 3 sibling fights

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 - Start0:00:45 - Death Cult LIVE 0:02:52 - Staying true to Death Cult roots0:03:51 - Early shows and revisiting lyrics0:05:37 - True Dark Wave 0:09:28 - Music bots0:12:42 - Meeting Billy Duffy0:14:27 - Writing early tracks0:17:40 - David Bowie0:21:29 - Turning down deals0:25:00 - Upcoming shows

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!  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  0:00:00 - Start 0:00:08 - Sea. Hear. Now. festival0:01:06 - LCD Soundsystem 0:01:21 - Small shows VS festivals 0:01:52 - Current tour 0:02:29 - Playing in South America0:03:24 - Forming the band0:04:16 - 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 scene0:14:01 - Fontaines DC0:15:36 - Dropping out of school0:15:57 - Starting young in the music industry0:18:00 - Growth with the release of Open Wide0:19:08 - The house of ‘Cuts and Bruises’ 0:22:18 - Album pressures 0:23:06 - New album inspirations0:23:49 - Being considered a “pop band”0:24:08 - Working with Kid Harpoon0:26:28 - AI in music making0:28:39 - Social Media 0:29:40 - The “Snapchat era”0:30:23 - The story behind “Your House”0:31:24 - Relationships on the road0:32:38 - Connecting with Open Wide0:32:45 - Tiktok 0:33:20 - Deciding on covers0:35:21 - Band fights0:36:34 - Spinal Tap0:37:40 - Getting lost on tour0:38:18 - Playing a set before doors open0:39:14 - Covid era 0:40:58 - The story behind “Concrete” 0:42:39 - Dublin0:43:28 - New York inspiration 0:44:52 - “The end of your real youth”0:45:22 - Finishing the album0:46:38 - Band democracy 0:47:39 - Current tour0:48:16 - Dream cities to tour in0:50:25 - Ohio 0:51:00 - Top 5 cities 0:52:29 - Chinatown dumplings0:53:42 - Tokyo0:55:31 - Top 5 Irish bands0:58:15 - Top 5 movies1:02:00 - Top 5 bands that should've been bigger

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 ClyroOn 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! 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  0:00:00 - Start0:00:11 - Scottish music scene0:02:14 - Starting on their own0:03:10 - Neighborhood noise 0:03:27 - The art of songwriting 0:04:25 - Defying label pressures 0:05:40 - What the name Biffy Clyro means0:06:03 - Origins of the Biffy Clyro name0:07:04 - Changing the outlook on the band0:07:47 - Becoming a songwriter 0:08:40 - Overcoming hardships 0:09:17 - Experiences being in a band with twins0:10:24 - European festival culture0:12:10 - Weirdest festival lineup?0:12:47 - New album Futique0:13:13 - Post-pandemic inspiration behind the record0:14:00 - 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 cows0:17:41 - Inspiration in Berlin0:19:43 - Berlin clubbing scene0:20:51 - Berlin’s art culture 0:21:41 - Making friends in the US0:22:10 - Silver Lining Lounge acoustic show0:23:47 - Top 5 cities to travel0:23:55 - London 0:25:04 - Los Angeles weather 0:25:58 - Playing festivals in Cape Town0:27:31 - 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 US0:33:27 - UK emo scene 0:34:20 - The year of Biffy Clyro–––––––––––––––––––––––––Winona FighterOn 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 - Start0:00:10 - Oasis tour0:01:35 - The revival of rock bands0:02:07 - Third Eye Blind0:02:45 - Meeting on Craigslist0:05:18 - Nashville punk scene0:06:48 - Snooper0:08:15 - Metal influences0:09:19 - Bending the norms0:11:08 - Alternative country0:11:56 - DIY music making 0:13:53 - Having a breakthrough0:15:10 - Power trios 0:16:10 - Women in punk rock0:17:43 - The essence of punk0:18:56 - Emotions through performance0:19:20 - My Apologies To The Chef deluxe album0:20:22 - Choosing covers0:21:31 - Winona Ryder0:21:52 - Wordplay in lyrics0:23:03 - “I’m in The Market To Please No One”0:24:07 - The economics of being in a band0:26:56 - Side hustles0:28:30 - Playing bass on a cruise ship0:30:40 - Touring experiences 0:31:28 - Recording 32 tracks0:32:27 - Festivals VS shows0:33:35 - Reaching audiences 0:33:44 - Playing without in-ear monitors 0:34:27 - Best unplugged albums 0:35:25 - Playing it by ear0:36:25 - Top 5 bands that are here to save rock and roll0:37:58 - Mannequin Pussy0:39:10 - Turnstile becoming mainstream0:40:55 - Top 5 punk bands destined to make it big0:41:35 - Homefront, High Vis, Scowl0:43:20 - Hot Mulligan0:44:08 - The best band ever from the 2000s 

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!  #jordandavis #countrymusic  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  0:00:00 - 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 country0:28:49 - 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

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! Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://magicmind.com/LIPPS50 #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance CREDITS (Instagram handles)Host @scottlippsProduced by @whitakermarisaEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffRecorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC 0:00:00 - Start 0:00:36 - Black Sabbath's Final Show0:04:20 - Women in rock 0:05:55 - Lzzy’s full circle moment0:06:13 - 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 Whiteman0:17:58 - Changing as a songwriter0:19:03 - 20 years of Halestorm0:19:50 - Pre-internet days and meeting members0:21:13 - 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&R0:27:03 - Outside hobbies0:27:38 - Photography 0:28:13 - Scissor Happy fashion line  0:29:03 - Favorite designers0:30:03 - Fronting Skid Row0:32:46 - Secret bucket list 0:33:33 - Iron Maiden0:34:20 - Best band from the 80’s0:35:06 - New album0:35:43 - Recording with Dave Cobb 0:36:32 - Writing Everest0:38:51 - “Like A Woman Can”0:39:33 - Savannah0:40:28 - Going out of the comfort zone 0:41:41 - The economics of music 0:45:10 - Grammy Awards 0:46:37 - Meeting Katy Perry0:46:58 - Removal of the hard rock/metal Grammy category 0:47:34 - Playing Wembley Stadium0:48:20 - Spinal Tap 20:48:58 - Winning the crowd over0:50:52 - Being on the road0:53:06 - Lzzy’s signature guitars0:53:32 - The perfect album0:55:01 - Rick Rubin0:55:30 - Last meal0:57:31 - Best metal band ever?0:58:24 - Best new bands0:59:15 - Avatar 0:59:46 - Favorite horror movies1:00:50 - Top 5 guitar riffs

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! Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://magicmind.com/LIPPS50 #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance CREDITS (Instagram handles)Host @scottlippsProduced by @whitakermarisaEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffRecorded at Third Wheel Podcasts LA 0:00:00 - Start0:00:22 - Billy Duffy 0:01:12 - Favorite band 0:01:57 - Black Sabbath0:03:54 - Meeting Ozzy Osbourne and Lars Ulrich0:04:45 - Mortality0:06:19 - Touring 0:08:49 - LA0:09:35 - 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 Clash0:16:00 - Southern Death Cult0:21:10 - Is punk back? 0:22:38 - Inspirations today0:24:23 - The Cult and the music business0:28:31 - Meeting Rick Rubin0:31:45 - Rick Rubin and Electric album0:41:40 - 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 21:19:15 - 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 lists1:40:00 - AI1:47:00 - The Sex Pistols and Iggy Pop 

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! And check out the band's Lipps Service: Live Sessions in-studio performances of "Perfect," "I'm Just A Kid," and "Welcome To My Life" on our YouTube. CREDITS (Instagram handles)Host @scottlippsProduced by @whitakermarisaEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffRecorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC 00:00 - Start01:45 - Canadian accents 03:00 - Canadian bands 04:13 - 25 years together 05:45 - Family08:41 - School talent show 09:28 - “Reset”09:40 - Montreal punk scene 11:45 - Chuck getting kicked out 16:00 - Formation of Simple Plan18:23 - Sugar Ray19:46 - Chuck posing as the manager22:45 - 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 shows34:00 - Dad driving the band40:37 - Avril Lavigne tour 42:16 - 2000s movie soundtracks44:00 - Bob Rock47:00 - Perfect album51:00 - Best Canadian bands 

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 @scottlippsEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffProduced by @whitakermarisaRecorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC 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. Hamilton Leithauser00:00 - Start00:30 - Lipps Service Live! at The Bitter End01:00 - Intimate vs. big venues02:00 - The Carlyle Hotel03:32 - The joys of the 2000s 05:39 - The 2000s 06:30 - Meet Me in the Bathroom documentary and era08:00 - 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 Strokes13:00 - The Walkmen reunion 14:00 - Going solo and This Side of the Island14:45 - Playing music for his wife 17:20 - Redoing his record 17:40 - Honesty in lyricism on new album18:00 - Funny tour story20:15 - Favorite song on new album 20:45 - One song that embodies NYC23:26 - New musicJackson Hamm of Telescreens00:33 - 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 NYC14:00 - 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 - AI05:59 - Lyrics 09:23 - Thought-provoking lyrics11:09 - Finances of an indie artist 16:15 - Top 5 NYC bands

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! CREDITS (Instagram handles)Host @scottlippsProduced by @whitakermarisaEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @robby_hoffRecorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC 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 - Start 01:18 - Guerrilla music marketing 02:15 - Writing in a pub 02:45 - Australian bands03:00 - 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