On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with Swedish rock legends The Hives as they kick off their 2026 Roll Out the Red Carpet Tour in Nashville.
The band dives into their explosive live reputation, the bands that inspired them, and the artists they believe are carrying punk and rock forward today. They talk about their favorite Ramones songs, the ultimate Hives song tournament, and debate which track might be the greatest Hives song of all time.
The conversation also explores the meaning behind “Enough Is Enough,” the current state of rock & roll, and the band’s thoughts on tribute acts popping up around the world.
Plus, The Hives reveal their Top 5 live bands in the world, discuss a unique upcoming Third Man Records cover release featuring Bo Diddley and The Modern Lovers, and share their pick for the greatest rock album ever, inspired by garage rock pioneers The Sonics.
They also hint at what might be coming next for The Hives in 2026. #thehives #hives #2026 #tour #ramones #punk #live #besthives #best #pelle #hiveslive
00:00 The Hives Kick Off Their 2026 Tour
00:13 On Starting the Roll Out the Red Carpet Tour
01:57 The Ramones & Punk Influences
02:55 The Ultimate Hives Song Tournament
04:07 The Best Hives Song of All Time
04:44 The Meaning Behind “Enough Is Enough”
06:14 The Hives’ Top 5 Live Bands in the World
08:13 The Hives Tribute Bands Around the World
09:47 Tour Kickoff Energy
10:45 The Best New Punk Bands Right Now
11:58 Third Man Records Cover Release
12:56 The Current State of Rock & Roll
14:27 The Greatest Rock Album of All Time
15:00 New Hives Music in 2026 + Best Audiences

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