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

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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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 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

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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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 - 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

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. 

TIMESTAMPS

0:00:00 – Intro

0:03:03 – Des Rocs intro

0:03:40 – Early music writing and making

0:04:20 – NYC influence

0:04:50 – Dana White’s endorsement

0:05:35 – Ian Astbury of The Cult story

0:07:21 – Family and upbringing

0:08:01 – Odd jobs

0:08:50 – Rockville, Long Island

0:09:05 – Early music influences

0:09:35 – QueenLive At Wembley ‘86

0:10:22 – Genre-defying music & art

0:11:28 – Early lyric writing

0:11:50 – Dreaming of and manifesting being a musician

0:12:55 – Performing in Long Island

0:13:50 – 2010s NYC music influences

0:14:50 – Opening for The Rolling Stones story

0:17:34 – Opening for Muse story

0:18:45 – Hotel orgy tour story

0:20:00 – Touring economics

0:21:48 – Performing in Europe

0:22:10 – “I Am The Lightning”

0:23:10 – Promotion through word of mouth 

0:24:35 – Working with Mark Seliger on new album, Dream Machine

0:25:01 – 2025 plans

0:25:24 – Labels & the music industry

0:26:20 – East Coast music

0:27:30 – Rock ‘n’ roll giants & influences

0:28:48 – Top 5 East Coast artists

0:29:41 – Top 5 rock albums

0:31:19 – Top 5 underrated frontmen/women

0:31:54 – Ian Astbury

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0:35:42 – Eamon Rush and Brian Duke of Pan Arcadia intro

0:35:58 – Abandoned Chinatown church performance

0:37:05 – Eamon growing up in Manhattan & music scene then

0:39:27 – Dimes Square

0:40:02 – Living together as a band at “The Shack”

0:41:33 – Music influences

0:42:10 – 20-year music cycle

0:42:45 – The Strokes 

0:43:40 – Lou Reed & The Velvet Underground

0:44:21 – Friendships and connectivity of current music scene & Matt Weinberger

0:45:50 – Favorite NYC artists right now

0:47:37 – Young band economics

0:49:03 – 2021 livestream benefit concert “Save The Scene” 

0:51:40 – Performing at various venues and locations 

0:52:19 – Recording and mixing music

0:53:08 – Upcoming music releases and influences

0:53:43 – Top 5 new bands

0:55:38 – Favorite new bands

0:56:00 – How Eamon got banned from MSG story

0:57:13 – Food drive & livestream benefit concert “Rock The Pantry”

0:58:55 – Top 5 places to eat and drink in Brooklyn

1:00:05 – Taking ginger shots with Scott and Marisa

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1:01:57 – Connor Abeles of Cab Ellis intro

1:02:44 – Music and performance beginnings in LA and Boston

1:03:45 – Music influences

1:04:25 – Comparing LA vs. NYC music and energy

1:06:45 – Friendships and connectivity of current music scene

1:07:44 – Band information

1:08:11 – Working with Gordon Raphael

1:09:36 – Band name origins

1:10:46 – Developing live performance style at Randall’s Island Park

1:12:12 – The Stooges and Iggy Pop

1:13:00 – Stage diving

1:14:41 – Winning NPR’s “Tiny Desk” contest & musical experimentation

1:16:28 – Young band economics & creative control

1:17:48 – Success and looking ahead  

1:18:35 – Current music scene

1:19:15 – Wilmah

1:20:15 – Making of upcoming junior, self-titled album 

1:21:52 – Headlining Bowery Ballroom gig in January 2025

1:22:17 – Upcoming music releases

1:22:34 – Top 5 NYC venues to perform at

1:24:03 – Favorite NYC albums

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

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

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

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

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

01:25 - Jane’s Addiction 

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

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