This week on The Struts Life, I sit down with Jed Elliott for a whirlwind of tour tales and hard-won wisdom from opening for rock royalty—The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Def Leppard, Queens of the Stone Age, and more. Jed relives that pinch-me leap from pub gigs to 80,000 screaming fans, a back-of-the-house “enjoy the ride, boys” from Roger Daltrey, backstage mayhem with Dave and Taylor at MSG, and a goosebump moment when Brandon Flowers praised “Could’ve Been Me.” We get real about what younger bands should never do on a big stage (leave early, keep it classy backstage), why a great camp matters, and the dream double bill The Struts still crave—Queen with Adam Lambert.

Plus, a little fan fun: follow @thestruts and @thestrutshq on Instagram and tag your show story for a chance at a tee.

Hit play for the full ride—because some stories deserve to be heard, not skimmed.

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What does it take for a fan to fall in love all over again?

This week on The Struts Life, we welcome a guest whose story proves the sheer, transformative power of live rock and roll.

His journey begins with a lifelong devotion to his first love, Aerosmith, taking us through an unlikely series of events involving Hilton Honors rewards, a star-studded charity gala for Steven Tyler, and the Grammys. But everything shifts the moment Luke Spiller takes the stage for an unplanned, on-the-fly performance of a Rolling Stones classic that completely changes the energy in the room.

This is the incredible story of how a broken heart for one rock and roll legend was instantly healed by the undeniable charisma and raw talent of another, and it’s a must-listen for anyone who understands how a single Struts concert can create a fan for life.

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To celebrate 10 years of Everybody Wants, we're doing something a little different on this episode of The Struts Life. Instead of our usual chat, we had you, the Strutters, send in your burning questions via voicemail, and let's just say you did not disappoint!

Join Luke Spiller, Adam Slack, Gethin Davies, and Jed Elliott as they pull back the curtain on one of the most pivotal times in the band's career. We dive deep into the real stories behind the songwriting, the intense pressure from the record label to change their entire image (picture Luke with short, black hair and Nike trainers), and the surprising truth about their smash hit "Could Have Been Me" – a song they didn't even think was that special at first.

Hear the band reveal which songs almost didn't make the cut, what they really think of that dated lyric in "She Makes Me Feel Like," and get some massive spoilers for the upcoming 10th Anniversary Tour setlist.

Trust me, you think you know the story of Everybody Wants, but you have no idea.

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This week, we're buckling up as Luke Spiller reveals the untold story of his legendary baby-blue 1982 Austin Mini Mayfair. Discover how this classic car became a muse for the song "My Machine" and holds vivid memories from the very beginning of The Struts. It's a delightful look into how an object can hold so much history, a true piece of Struts lore you won't want to miss.

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On this week’s episode of The Struts Life podcast, Geth relives the 36-hour odyssey from LAX to Bangor, Maine—complete with thunderstorm detours, private-jet envy, and backstage banter with Def Leppard.

Hear how the jam-packed 50-minute set rocked the Cross Insurance Center, why Joe Elliott crowned us the “best support act ever,” and what fresh set-list curveballs await on the band’s sizzling summer tour.

Press play to unlock the cryptic clue about a top-secret Struts surprise that could rewrite tour history before the rumor mill leaves you behind.

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In this electrifying episode of The Struts Life podcast, Leah Jones kicks off July by previewing the “Everybody Wants” 10th Anniversary Tour and peppering bassist Jed Elliott with fan-driven questions straight from the Strutters Facebook group.

From bizarre autograph tales (sweaty sneakers, anyone?) to cheek-kiss backstage rituals and AC/DC-blasted warm-ups, Jed pulls back the velvet curtain on rock life in ways no tour diary ever dared. Stay till the end for his cryptic tease of the Struts’ next sonic era—because once those last Dewey Beach tickets vanish, so might your chance to hear what’s coming.

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Ever wonder what games fuel the guitarist of The Struts? This week, Adam Slack is plugging in and taking us on a nostalgic journey through his all-time favorite video games, from his first Nintendo to the PC epics he plays on tour. We're jumping from the Mushroom Kingdom to the battle arenas of DOTA, exploring the good, the bad, and the truly rage-inducing moments in his gaming life. Press start to listen and find out which console truly wins the war and what game map he still knows like the back of his hand.

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This week on The Struts Life, we're going on a very special art journey as we curate our own auditory art gallery dedicated to the incredible custom-painted guitars by our favorite frontman, Luke Spiller. You'll hear directly from Luke in a personal voice memo as he shares the fascinating origin story of how this creative side project began during the band's first US tours. Then, we open the gallery doors to hear from a few lucky fans who own these masterpieces, sharing unforgettable stories about everything from a long-awaited birthday surprise and a well-traveled Gibson Les Paul with its own wild history, to the once-in-a-lifetime Hilton Honors experience of painting a guitar with the entire band. It's a truly unique look at the art behind the music and the powerful connection this band has with its fans, so join us for a deep dive into these gorgeous pieces of rock and roll history.

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What happens when you put The Struts on a beach for a massive rock festival? This week, your favorite festival reporter, Geth, gives us the full behind-the-scenes recap from Boardwalk Rock—from awkward interviews and salty snacks to the moment the guys finally met their future tour-mates, Def Leppard, for the very first time. Plus, Geth drops a few hints about what we can expect from the massive upcoming summer tour, and trust me, you'll want to listen closely for the details.

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Host Leah Jones turns a laid-back weeknight Gigaverse hangout into a turbo-charged “Struts Song Draft,” squaring off against superfans to build rival 15-track playlists from the band’s full 56-song Spotify catalog while swapping road-war stories, drive-in show memories, and even second-grade classroom sing-alongs. The friendly trash-talk and surprise guest picks—think “In Love With a Camera,” “Too Good at Raising Hell,” “Kiss This,” and sleeper gem “The Old Switcheroo”—spark nonstop debate about what truly defines The Struts’ sound just as the Everybody Wants 10th Anniversary Tour heats up the summer calendar. Leah invites listeners to cast the deciding vote, shout out any overlooked deep cuts, and keep the conversation rolling inside the official Strutters Facebook group.

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