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Lipps Service with Scott Lipps
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Music and fashion impresario Scott Lipps, drummer for Courtney Love and owner of Lipps LA and One Management, sits down for intimate conversations with some of the biggest names in music and pop culture. From Anthony Kiedis, Randy Jackson, Courtney Love, G Eazy, and many more. Originally airing on Dash Radio, published here as a one-hour podcast. Stay tuned for exciting episodes ahead…
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Alana Springsteen (video)
Feb 1301:07:36Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott talks with Alana Springsteen about the Springsteen name, being vulnerable in her lyrics, growing up, and her ambition. They discuss the first song she wrote, how her parents met, fitting into country culture, and navigating the music industry at a young age. Alana also shares her experiences with Keith Urban, Tiny Desk, and performing at the Grand Ole Opry, along with her lyrics and dating life, her new record, the economics of being a new country artist, Australia, and her top five cities and songwriters.0:00:37 - The Spingsteen name 0:05:08 - On being vulnerable lyrically 0:06:00 - Growing up0:08:38 - Ambition 0:10:09 - The first song she wrote0:11:13 - How her parents met0:15:19 - On fitting into country culture 0:21:06 - Navigating the industry at a young age#alanaspringsteen #country #nashville #keithurban #shaniatwain #dollyparton #top5 #springsteen 0:22:53 - Keith Urban0:26:26 - Tiny desk0:30:13 - The Grand Ole Opry0:35:56 - Alana springsteen on her lyrics and her dating life0:41:26 - The new record 0:47:40 - The economics of being a new country artist 0:50:18 - Australia0:53:06 - Top 5 cities0:56:24 - Top 5 songwriters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Alana Springsteen
Feb 1001:07:51Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott talks with Alana Springsteen about the Springsteen name, being vulnerable in her lyrics, growing up, and her ambition. They discuss the first song she wrote, how her parents met, fitting into country culture, and navigating the music industry at a young age. Alana also shares her experiences with Keith Urban, Tiny Desk, and performing at the Grand Ole Opry, along with her lyrics and dating life, her new record, the economics of being a new country artist, Australia, and her top five cities and songwriters.0:00:37 - The Spingsteen name 0:05:08 - On being vulnerable lyrically 0:06:00 - Growing up0:08:38 - Ambition 0:10:09 - The first song she wrote0:11:13 - How her parents met0:15:19 - On fitting into country culture 0:21:06 - Navigating the industry at a young age0:22:53 - Keith Urban0:26:26 - Tiny desk0:30:13 - The Grand Ole Opry0:35:56 - Alana springsteen on her lyrics and her dating life0:41:26 - The new record 0:47:40 - The economics of being a new country artist 0:50:18 - Australia0:53:06 - Top 5 cities0:56:24 - Top 5 songwriters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Toni Cornell/Audrey McGraw (audio)
Feb 400:45:33Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Toni Cornell and Audrey McGraw for a candid and soulful conversation that traces a friendship born in a jewelry shop in Greece and forged through a lifetime on the road. From growing up backstage to finding their own creative voices, the two dive into what it’s like navigating the legacy of their iconic fathers while carving out distinct paths in music and film. Audrey opens up about her recent pivot from acting, including her role on the hit show Landman, to fully committing to her musical journey just three years ago. Meanwhile, Toni reflects on her life as a theater kid and the profound experience of performing with her father, Chris Cornell, who encouraged her to embrace the same genre bending spirit that defined his career. The duo shares behind the scenes stories from Toni’s harrowing battle with tonsillitis before a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame performance to a transformative backstage encounter with RAYE that changed her perspective on stage fright forever. Audrey recounts meeting with Lukas Nelson that led to their writing session for "Beautiful When I Cry," and both girls reflect on the "musical moments" that sparked their passion from Lady Gaga to Aerosmith. 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/LIPPS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Toni Cornell and Audrey McGraw
Feb 300:45:32Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Toni Cornell and Audrey McGraw for a candid and soulful conversation that traces a friendship born in a jewelry shop in Greece and forged through a lifetime on the road. From growing up backstage to finding their own creative voices, the two dive into what it’s like navigating the legacy of their iconic fathers while carving out distinct paths in music and film. Audrey opens up about her recent pivot from acting, including her role on the hit show Landman, to fully committing to her musical journey just three years ago. Meanwhile, Toni reflects on her life as a theater kid and the profound experience of performing with her father, Chris Cornell, who encouraged her to embrace the same genre bending spirit that defined his career. The duo shares behind the scenes stories from Toni’s harrowing battle with tonsillitis before a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame performance to a transformative backstage encounter with RAYE that changed her perspective on stage fright forever. Audrey recounts meeting with Lukas Nelson that led to their writing session for "Beautiful When I Cry," and both girls reflect on the "musical moments" that sparked their passion from Lady Gaga to Aerosmith. Episode Description Continued: 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? 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/LIPPS 00:00 - START 01:06 - Growing up in music 02:58 - Toni on performing her original music 05:33 - Musical Theater 05:59 - Pursuing music 06:40 - Acting 09:14 - Toni on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 14:00 - Audrey on writing with Lucas Nelson 17:50 - Toni on Aerosmith 18:18 - Deciding to become musicians full time 19:35 - Honoring family legacy 23:50 - Audrey on finishing her album 25:26 - Favorite new artists 26:05 - Olivia Dean 29:36 - Top 5 90’s artist of all time 34:10 - Top 5 cover songs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Izzy Escobar
Jan 2201:08:54Tap to summarizeNew artist spotlight! Izzy Escobar! The next big thing!Izzy Escobar joins Lipps Service for the first-ever episode of the New Artist Spotlight series.Hosted by Scott Lipps, this in-depth conversation explores the rise of one of pop music’s most compelling new voices — before the mainstream moment hits.Izzy Escobar is a classically and jazz-trained singer-songwriter whose breakout single “Vendetta” has surpassed 2 million streams, signaling a major breakthrough. Originally from Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Izzy spent six years in Los Angeles before returning to New York to create music that felt fully authentic. Her debut EP Sunny in London captures that journey through cinematic pop, emotional storytelling, and meticulous songwriting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →New artist Spotlight: Izzy Escobar [Audio Only]
Jan 1801:09:03Tap to summarizeLipps Service launches a new series spotlighting the next generation of artists breaking through — and the first guest sets the tone.On this episode, Scott Lipps sits down with Izzy Escobar, a rising singer-songwriter whose music blends cinematic pop, jazz-trained precision, and raw emotional storytelling. Originally from Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Izzy spent six years in Los Angeles before returning to New York to fully commit to her sound and vision.The conversation traces her early musical training, the impact of leaving and returning home, and the journey behind her breakout single “Vendetta,” which has surpassed 2 million streams. Izzy also breaks down the making of her debut EP Sunny in London, a deeply personal project that maps her growth as both an artist and a person.This episode marks the first installment of Lipps Service’s New Artist Spotlight — focused on artists on the edge of something big, before the moment fully arrives.Follow, subscribe, and stay locked in as Lipps Service continues to spotlight what’s next.00:01:14 on her current rise to fame 00:01:56 on growing up 00:03:18 first musical memory00:09:17 on the discipline violin taught her 00:10:11 on still teaching on her current rise to fame 00:12:08. On moving to LA00:13:58 on moving to LA without a plan for music to 00:19:29 on coachella 00:23:34 on hitting rock bottom00:27:36 Izzy Escobar on vendetta and calling her Dad about getting spammed! 00:31:18 on being a independent artist00:34:10 on London 00:36:15 on how DM’ing musicians in London lead to her BBC performance00:39:25 on Vendetta 00:42:00 on three more glasses 00:43:56 on Jackie O00:47:17 on festivals 00:47:36 on AI and the music industry00:53:45 top 5 films 00:57:00 top 5 new singers 00:59:08. Top venues in nyc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →John Stamos
Feb 9, 202500:52:21Tap to summarizeScotts sits with his old friend, pop icon, actor, musician and drummer of the Beach Boys! John Stamos and share amazing music stories and more , tune in for a great episode
Transcribe →Huddy
Jan 26, 202500:54:22Tap to summarizeOn 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 @ScottLippsEdited by @toastycakesMusic by @Robby_hoffProduced by @whitakermarisaRecorded 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. 00:15 - Intro 01:21 - Wildfire evacuations03:49 - T-shirts05:35 - Leaving California08:50 - Touring11:28 - Screaming in songs12:57 - Growing up 15:21 - Becoming a musician 20:27 - Viral videos21:48 - TikTok ban26:49 - Hype House33:11 - Transitioning into music 35:38 - Pop punk revival 37:19 - Dream collabs39:25 - Working with MGK and Sydney Sweeney42:41 - Writing lyrics 45:21 - Discussing upcoming album 47:47 - Building a supergroup48:54 - Perfect album 50:11 - Top 5 hard rock bands 54:39 - Looking forward to the year
Transcribe →Kerry King of Slayer and Kerry King Band
Jan 12, 202500:41:07Tap to summarizeOn 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 @whitakermarisaRecorded at Melrose Podcasts NY 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. 00:14 - Intro01:18 - Australia01:46 - Snake trading and breeding02:39 - Iron Maiden03:51 - Steve Harris story04:45 - Lars Ulrich story05:40 - Drones06:38 - Early music inspirations07:30 - First concerts08:20 - Eddie Van Halen09:10 - Black Sabbath & Judas Priest10:40 - Finding music & magazines11:44 - Guitar lessons12:50 - Band with guitar teacher13:24 - Punk15:35 - Playing the hits at concerts16:07 - Meeting the members of the band17:28 - Metallica & Dave Mustaine18:20 - Slayer vs. Metallica sound19:00 - James Hetfield19:37 - Big four shows20:15 - Turning down Slayer tours21:02 - Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC)21:30 - Weird fan autograph requests22:44 - Dimebag Darrell & Pantera25:05 - Beastie Boys “No Sleep Till Brooklyn” story26:30 - Rick Rubin27:29 - New album, From Hell I Rise28:11 - “Starting over” with new band29:23 - New band & members & band name31:47 - Machine Head32:35 - Songwriting for Slayer and solo album34:37 - Lyrical inspirations on new album35:15 - “Crucifixation”36:45 - Working on second solo album36:59 - Tour with Mastodon & Lamb of God37:48 - Coming up with setlists38:12 - Top 5 perfect albums39:07 - Top 5 guitar players of all time39:54 - Upcoming tour40:38 - Celebrities wearing Slayer t-shirts
Transcribe →NYC Music Scene Part 3 - featuring Des Rocs, Pan Arcadia, and Cab Ellis
Dec 22, 202401:27:09Tap to summarizeIn 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. TIMESTAMPS0:00:00 – Intro0:03:03 – Des Rocs intro0:03:40 – Early music writing and making0:04:20 – NYC influence0:04:50 – Dana White’s endorsement0:05:35 – Ian Astbury of The Cult story0:07:21 – Family and upbringing0:08:01 – Odd jobs0:08:50 – Rockville, Long Island0:09:05 – Early music influences0:09:35 – QueenLive At Wembley ‘860:10:22 – Genre-defying music & art0:11:28 – Early lyric writing0:11:50 – Dreaming of and manifesting being a musician0:12:55 – Performing in Long Island0:13:50 – 2010s NYC music influences0:14:50 – Opening for The Rolling Stones story0:17:34 – Opening for Muse story0:18:45 – Hotel orgy tour story0:20:00 – Touring economics0:21:48 – Performing in Europe0:22:10 – “I Am The Lightning”0:23:10 – Promotion through word of mouth 0:24:35 – Working with Mark Seliger on new album, Dream Machine0:25:01 – 2025 plans0:25:24 – Labels & the music industry0:26:20 – East Coast music0:27:30 – Rock ‘n’ roll giants & influences0:28:48 – Top 5 East Coast artists0:29:41 – Top 5 rock albums0:31:19 – Top 5 underrated frontmen/women0:31:54 – Ian Astbury———————0:35:42 – Eamon Rush and Brian Duke of Pan Arcadia intro0:35:58 – Abandoned Chinatown church performance0:37:05 – Eamon growing up in Manhattan & music scene then0:39:27 – Dimes Square0:40:02 – Living together as a band at “The Shack”0:41:33 – Music influences0:42:10 – 20-year music cycle0:42:45 – The Strokes 0:43:40 – Lou Reed & The Velvet Underground0:44:21 – Friendships and connectivity of current music scene & Matt Weinberger0:45:50 – Favorite NYC artists right now0:47:37 – Young band economics0:49:03 – 2021 livestream benefit concert “Save The Scene” 0:51:40 – Performing at various venues and locations 0:52:19 – Recording and mixing music0:53:08 – Upcoming music releases and influences0:53:43 – Top 5 new bands0:55:38 – Favorite new bands0:56:00 – How Eamon got banned from MSG story0:57:13 – Food drive & livestream benefit concert “Rock The Pantry”0:58:55 – Top 5 places to eat and drink in Brooklyn1:00:05 – Taking ginger shots with Scott and Marisa———————1:01:57 – Connor Abeles of Cab Ellis intro1:02:44 – Music and performance beginnings in LA and Boston1:03:45 – Music influences1:04:25 – Comparing LA vs. NYC music and energy1:06:45 – Friendships and connectivity of current music scene1:07:44 – Band information1:08:11 – Working with Gordon Raphael1:09:36 – Band name origins1:10:46 – Developing live performance style at Randall’s Island Park1:12:12 – The Stooges and Iggy Pop1:13:00 – Stage diving1:14:41 – Winning NPR’s “Tiny Desk” contest & musical experimentation1:16:28 – Young band economics & creative control1:17:48 – Success and looking ahead 1:18:35 – Current music scene1:19:15 – Wilmah1:20:15 – Making of upcoming junior, self-titled album 1:21:52 – Headlining Bowery Ballroom gig in January 20251:22:17 – Upcoming music releases1:22:34 – Top 5 NYC venues to perform at1:24:03 – Favorite NYC albums
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