Lipps Service with Scott Lipps

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 @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

00:00 - Start

01:45 - Canadian accents 

03:00 - Canadian bands 

04:13 - 25 years together 

05:45 - Family

08:41 - School talent show 

09:28 - “Reset”

09:40 - Montreal punk scene 

11:45 - Chuck getting kicked out 

16:00 - Formation of Simple Plan

18:23 - Sugar Ray

19:46 - Chuck posing as the manager

22:45 - 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 shows

34:00 - Dad driving the band

40:37 - Avril Lavigne tour 

42:16 - 2000s movie soundtracks

44:00 - Bob Rock

47:00 - Perfect album

51:00 - Best Canadian bands 

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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 @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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Hamilton Leithauser

00:00 - Start

00:30 - Lipps Service Live! at The Bitter End

01:00 - Intimate vs. big venues

02:00 - The Carlyle Hotel

03:32 - The joys of the 2000s 

05:39 - The 2000s 

06:30 - Meet Me in the Bathroom documentary and era

08:00 - 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 Strokes

13:00 - The Walkmen reunion 

14:00 - Going solo and This Side of the Island

14:45 - Playing music for his wife 

17:20 - Redoing his record 

17:40 - Honesty in lyricism on new album

18:00 - Funny tour story

20:15 - Favorite song on new album 

20:45 - One song that embodies NYC

23:26 - New music

Jackson Hamm of Telescreens

00:33 - 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 NYC

14:00 - 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 - AI

05:59 - Lyrics 

09:23 - Thought-provoking lyrics

11:09 - Finances of an indie artist 

16:15 - Top 5 NYC bands

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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 @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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00:00 - Start 

01:18 - Guerrilla music marketing 

02:15 - Writing in a pub 

02:45 - Australian bands

03:00 - 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

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with singer-songwriter, painter, actor, and the frontman of All-American Rejects, Tyson Ritter! In front of a live studio audience, Tyson gets into how the band came up with its name and shares some of the early contenders. Tyson also talks about the Oklahoma music scene he grew up around, his first music inspirations, and his music career. He also discusses his art, what painting means to him, and his NYC art gallery debut. The two musicians exchange feelings about touring, and Tyson talks about the band’s current tour and upcoming tour with the Jonas Brothers. To close, Tyson lists his top 5 one-hit wonders, tells a great story about his friend David Bryan of Bon Jovi, and shares what Van Halen’s sophomore album means to him. Tune into a fun and exciting chat with everyone’s favorite house-party rockin’ frontman – Tyson Ritter!
 

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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00:00 - Start

01:15 - Band name

03:20 - Oklahoma music scene 

04:29 - Early music inspirations 

06:45 - His parents, his career, deciding to stay in school or play music 

07:42 - How the band got a record deal 

10:24 - Band’s early days 

11:52 - NYC and what it means to him 

12:40 - His art and how it helps him 

15:49 - Commerce versus art

17:27 - Touring

19:09 - Band’s hiatus

22:33 - Band dynamic

24:17 - Jonas Brothers tour

26:08 - Top 5 one-hit wonders

27:32 - David Bryan of Bon Jovi story

30:12 - What does this record mean to you? (Van Halen)

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of today’s hottest rappers, producers, and singer-songwriters, Rico Nasty, who most recently released her third album, LETHAL, on May 16 via Fueled By Ramen. Rico starts by discussing her upbringing, including her early music influences such as Britney Spears and Joan Jett, and how she was expelled from school. She also tells the story behind her namesake, reflects on her first performances at Sweet 16s, and explains how her parents have supported her career. She talks about her collaborations with other big artists, including Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, and Megan Thee Stallion. She explores her new album, from its creation and message to the meaning behind the album cover, and shares the stories behind some of its hit tracks. To close, Rico lists her top 5 food spots in NYC and artists who inspire her. Tune into a funny and great chat with the baddest to ever do it – Rico Nasty!

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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0:00:00 - Start

0:02:00 - NYC

0:03:33 - Her parents 

0:04:30 - Free styling 

0:06:29 - Upbringing 

0:08:00 - Getting expelled from school 

0:10:40 - Rico Nasty namesake

0:12:19 - Britney Spears and other influences 

0:13:40 - Her dad 

0:15:30 - Joan Jett, Shrek, and The Runaways

0:23:00 - Performing at sweet 16s

0:23:20 - Second guessing and meeting Kenny beats 

0:27:47 - Primal Scream therapy 

0:39:07 - Top pizza spots

0:31:00 - “Smack A Bitch”

0:35:00 - Early influences like Avril Lavigne, Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, and working with them 

0:38:40 - Dream collaboration with Rihanna 

0:39:42 - Boys Noize

0:41:22 - Being pigeon-holed 

0:43:09 - The process 

0:47:12 - Playing new music for people 

0:48:00 - Album cover 

0:51:44 - Biggest fears 

0:52:46 - “Teethsucker”

0:54:00 - Her finsta

0:57:47 - “On The Low”

0:59:45 - Acting in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”

0:65:22 - Top 5 food spots in NYC

0:72:30 - Top 5 artists who inspire her 

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the legendary frontman of one of the most influential garage rock bands of all time – Howlin’ Pelle Almqvist of The Hives! In his second time on Lipps Service, the Swedish singer-songwriter talks about the band’s decorated career, from receiving worldwide praise to inspiring other iconic bands. Pelle also uplifts some of his own music inspirations, including David Johansen, Clem Burke, Josh Homme, and AC/DC. As The Hives are gearing up to release a new album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, in August, Pelle explores some of the album’s themes, stories behind the songs, and what it was like working with the record’s producer Mike D of The Beastie Boys. To close, Pelle lists his top 5 siblings in rock and debut albums of all time. Tune in for another amazing and funny chat with everyone’s favorite frontman – Pelle Almqvist!
 

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

00:00 - Start

01:14 - Praise for The Hives

02:12 - Ticket prices 

04:50 - Franchising The Hives? 

06:36 - New album 

07:55 - David Johansen and Clem Burke 

08;55 - AC/DC

09:52 - Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age

11:00 - Pop structure

11:55 - Mike D of The Beastie Boys 

15:07 - The Dead Boys AI

18:12 - Swedish music scene 

21:36 - ABBA 

25:09 - Playing new music for friends 

26:44 - PC culture

28:00 - Enough is enough 

30:00 - Online comments 

31:00 - Playing new songs 

33:33 - New album’s process 

35:00 - Influencing other bands 

36:56 - What music Pelle listens to 

37:42 - Perfect record

41:10 - Top 5 siblings in rock 

51:07 - AC/DC

54:13 - Top 5 debut albums 

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On this very special bonus episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with three of the six acts who will perform on June 4 at the historic New York City venue The Bitter End for our first-ever live event – LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! 

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The live concert will be a reflection of Lipps Service podcast, as the night will bring together past and present NYC-bred music, including three legendary acts – Ed Kowalczyk of LIVE, Hamilton Leithauser of The Walkmen, Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello and Casa Gogol – 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 get fans excited about the live show, Scott talked with Ed, Eugene, who was accompanied by an artist under his label, Grace Bergere, and Torture in this special bonus episode. 

Starting with Ed, he discusses his early music days in NYC, shares a crazy story about the band’s hit song “Lightning Crashes,” and lists his top 5 most meaningful lyrics and underrated singers. Next up, Eugene and Grace reflect on Gogol Bordello's rise in 1989 in NYC, and list the best punk bands from the city. To close, Torture tells the story of how David Bowie inspired her band name and her favorite artists in the current NYC music scene. 

Tune into this exciting and insightful episode of Lipps Service, learn about the artists, hear their thoughts on the upcoming live show, and get ready for LIPPS SERVICE LIVE! 

We hope to see you all there – you don’t want to miss it!

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

Ed Kowalczyk of LIVE

0:04:30 - Getting signed out of NYC 

0:05:15 - CBGB 

0:07:30 - “Lightning Crashes” story 

0:10:00 - College radio 

0:11:30 - Early lyrics 

0:15:00 - Mixing in a defunct Playboy resort 

0:17:00 - Drawing inspiration 

0:20:00 - Meeting Kurt Cobain 

0:22:35 - Collaborating with Peter Buck 

0:24:00 - Top 5 most meaningful lyrics 

0:35:45 - Top 5 criminally underrated lead singers 

0:38:50 - What does this record mean to you? (The Velvet Underground & Nico)

Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello and Grace Bergere of Casa Gogol 

0:43:13 - The Gogol collective and touring 

0:43:28 - Working with Rick Rubin 

0:50:24 - 1989 in NYC 

0:55:00 - Early punk rock

1:02:05 - Top NYC punk bands 

Torture and The Desert Spiders

1:04:52 - Band name story

1:09:00 - Beginnings in music 

1:16:22 - Top 5 local rock bands 

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with singer-songwriter, musician, and blistering frontman of Italian rock band Måneskin – Damiano David! Gearing up for the release of his debut solo album, FUNNY little FEARS, on May 16, Damiano gets into the meaning behind the title, stories behind some of the album’s tracks, and his fears. He discusses his early music days, including recruiting Måneskin band members on Facebook, busking and restaurant gigs in Italy, and the band’s success on X Factor. Damiano also shares his takes on the music industry, from chasing success and milestone moments to label transparency and working with songwriters. He gives us insight into his personal life, like his fashion sensibility, relationship with singer and actress Dove Cameron, and falling in love. To close, Damiano lists his top 5 underrated artists and lead singers, and shares his perfect album. Tune into an insightful and amazing chat with one of modern rock’s greatest frontmen – Damiano David!

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC

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Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

02:09 - Fears 

02:42 - FUNNY little FEARS title 

03:30 - Being in a rock band from Italy 

04:24 - X Factor 

04:26 - Traveling the world 

06:15 - Guns N’ Roses being pop 

06:48 - Music career journey  

08:03 - First record he bought

08:35 - Idols

09:58 - Meeting Måneskin members on Facebook 

12:15 - Looking for a drummer on Facebook 

13:45 - How Italy shaped him as an artist 

15:33 - X Factor

17:30 - Performing at restaurants

19:40 - Chasing success 

21:30 - Grammy nomination 

22:25 - Milestone moments 

24:00 - Being anonymous in Italy 

25:29 - Måneskin

28:00 - Label transparency 

29:57 - Fashion sensibility 

31:50 - Status of Måneskin 

33:00 - Songwriters 

37:43 - Another solo record?

39:00 - The Greatest Showman inspiration 

41:39 - Getting personal on the solo record

43:21 - Being in love and Dove Cameron

45:13 - “Voices”  

47:30 - “Love and Angels” about Dove Cameron 

49:00 - Playing music for friends 

50:59 - Lana Del Rey

51:51 - The return of rock?

54:25 - Underrated artists

55:00 - Top 5 underrated artists

57:02 - Perfect album

58:05 - Top 5 lead singers 

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with legendary glam metal frontman of Hanoi Rocks – Michael Monroe! The two start by getting into Michael’s return to America after several years away, comparing the old to the new NYC, and Northeast music icons like Bruce Springsteen and Joey Ramone. They explore Michael and Hanoi Rocks’ various musical influences, including Black Sabbath, Little Richard, Elvis, and Stiv Bators. Michael reflects on his upbringing in Sweden, from living on the streets and surviving to the early days of the band and their early glam looks and expression. He also spills the lowdown on pivotal interactions within his career, including asking Prince to produce the band, producing with Bob Ezrin, and making peace with Vince Neil. To close, Michael talks about the band’s last gig and lists his top 5 records everyone should own. Tune into a music history-filled chat with legend Michael Monroe!

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

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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.

01:50 - Returning to play in America 

02:30 - Documentary 

05:00 - The old NYC

06:30 - Hells Angels 

08:15 - Bruce Springsteen 

11:30 - Joey Ramone 

15:55 - Growing up 

16:47 - Black Sabbath 

18:00 - Hair metal movement 

21:00 - Little Richard and Elvis 

22:00 - Sax and harmonica 

24:00 - Parents 

24:30 - Meeting Hanoi’s Andy McCoy 

26:12 - Band’s interesting early look 

27:22 - Living on the streets in Sweden 

30:22 - Surviving early on 

33:49 - Legacy 

34:35 - Razzle 

36:00 - Prince producing Hanoi

37:20 - Getting signed to CBS and Bob Ezrin producing 

39:40 - Oriental best remastered 

39:43 - Making peace with Vince Neil 

40:00 - Razzle’s death 

42:00 - Stiv Bators 

44:21 - Hanoi’s last gig 

47:30 - Writing a letter to Nikki Sixx about Razzle 

52:15 - AI Stiv Bators 

58:12 - Top 5 records everyone should own

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Argentina-born singer-songwriter Nathy Peluso to delve into her decade-long journey in the music industry. The two get into her early days singing as a child, influences like Phil Collins, Erykah Badu, and D'Angelo, and her first performances. She shares pivotal moments in her career, including her 'Tiny Desk' concert and collaborating with Christian Aguilera. From her love of jazz and salsa background to producing herself and learning how to rap, Nathy details her wide-ranging music repertoire. She tells the story behind the making of her single 'EROTIKA,' and other tales about her latest music. To close, Nathy lists her top 5 albums for a vibe and names her perfect record. Tune into an exciting and fun chat with the one and only – Nathy Peluso!

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.
 

00:00 - Start

01:21 - NYC & tour

03:30 - Prince St. Pizza

05:00 - 'Tiny Desk' concert

06:00 - Describing her music

07:19 - Early influences

08:00 - Phil Collins and rhythm

10:12 - Early music years

12:28 - What led her to rapping

15:39 - Self-doubt

17:00 - Her love of jazz

18:11 - Pivotal moments

18:45 - Studying theater

19:52 - Erykah Badu, Stevie Wonder, D’Angelo

21:00 - 10-year journey

23:00 - Studio vs live

24:40 - Homecoming

25:00 - Love of salsa

27:37 - Challenging herself musically

29:20 - Creating characters 

31:20 - Collaboration with Christina Aguilera

32:16 - The rise of the Latin superstar

34:15 - Miley Cyrus

35:20 - Producing herself

36:38 - 'Erotika'

38:00 - Scrapping her record

40:00 - Her process

44:00 - Yacht rock

45:36 - Top 5 records for a vibe

46:36 - Perfect record

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