On today’s episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Live frontman Ed Kowalczyk. The two begin by discussing Ed’s childhood, including his early musical influences and the formation of Live. Next, they dive into the band’s early success, from its first performances at CBGB, to its eventual record deal and debut album.

Throughout the interview, Ed also discusses some of his fondest musical memories, including connecting with Jerry Harrison of the Talking Heads, hearing Nirvana for the first time, and meeting Metallica. He also shares his opinions on the current state of rock music, and discusses Live’s upcoming tour.

Finally, the interview concludes with some of Ed’s top 5’s, including his top 5 sushi restaurants, top 5 most underrated bands of the ‘90s, and top 5 most influential songs of the ‘90s.

0:25 – Meeting Jerry Harrison

1:32 – Growing up

4:30 – Early influences

9:32 – Ed’s first job

10:02 – Getting a record deal

14:42 – Selling junk bonds

15:40 – Debut album

17:23 – Hearing Nirvana for the first time

18:03 – Band name origins

19:42 – Connecting with Jerry Harrison

20:27 – Writing iconic songs

24:50 – Seeing Nirvana at a festival

26:58 – Getting a role in Fight Club

31:30 – Playing Woodstock ‘94 and ‘99

32:59 – 1994 in music/the state of rock music today

35:37 – Stories behind Live’s biggest hits

39:20 – Meeting Metallica

41:00 – Touring memories

42:30 – “The mac ‘n cheese incident”

45:40 – Upcoming tour

46:40 – Top 5 sushi restaurants

49:45 – Top 5 most underrated ‘90s bands

53:56 – Top 5 most influential songs of the ‘90s

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In this episode, Scott sits down with culinary icon Andrew Zimmern. Over the course of the conversation, they dive into Andrew's journey from his early passion for food, his beginnings in radio, and his eventual success as a household name in the culinary world with his TV show, Bizarre Foods.

Andrew also discusses meeting the legendary Anthony Bourdain, his early music memories, and his struggles with homelessness and drug addiction. Finally, the interview ends with Andrew sharing his top 5 food cities, highlighting the places around the world that have impressed him the most.

Tune in for an inspiring and entertaining conversation with a culinary legend!

0:35 – Andrew’s career beginnings

2:55 – Andrew’s early passion for food

4:56 – Homelessness and drug addiction

9:18 – The success of Bizarre Foods

12:47 – Music discussion

16:37 – Meeting Anthony Bourdain

24:00 – Top 5 food cities

33:05 – Anthony Bourdain Singapore story/hidden gems in NYC

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On today’s episode, Scott sits down with Sublime frontman Jakob Nowell. Jakob details his journey from growing up in a legendary musical family to carving out his own path in the music world with bands like LAW and Jakob’s Castle. He also discusses how he came to front his father’s band, Sublime, and talks about the band’s recent Coachella performance. Throughout the conversation, he offers several takes on what it's like to play his father's iconic music.

Jakob also discusses how he learned to play guitar, detailing the musical influences and childhood experiences that shaped his musicianship. Scott and Jakob also discuss the topic of sobriety, with Jakob sharing personal insights into his journey and how it has impacted his life and career. Finally, the episode ends with some of Jakob's top 5's, including his top 5 Sublime songs and top 5 SoCal rock bands. Tune in for an inspiring and entertaining conversation with a talented musician following in his father's footsteps while forging his own path.

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In this episode, Scott interviews Jerry Harrison about his storied musical journey. They discuss his musical beginnings and explore stories about how Jerry met Jonathan Richman, formed the Modern Lovers, then went on to join Talking Heads. Jerry also discusses the music scene of New York in the ‘70s, and the development of punk rock.

Along the way, the pair talk about the remastering process of Talking Heads’ legendary concert film, Stop Making Sense, and how it feels to be reunited with the band after many years. Jerry also gives a glimpse into his work as a music producer. Finally, he shares some of his top 5’s, including his top 5 punk bands, and top 5 things he misses about NYC in the ‘70s.

Tune in for an entertaining conversation with Jerry Harrison, and if you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe and share with your friends!

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In this episode, Scott sits down with the three members of Wallows to explore their rise from a budding L.A. band to indie rock sensations. They dive into Wallows' journey, from their early days of making music together to signing with Atlantic Records. Along the way, the band shares stories about their formative experiences in the L.A. music scene and the influence that shaped their sound and career.

The conversation also touches on their latest album, "Model.” The band reveals details about the creative process behind the record, the themes explored, and their favorite songs from the tracklist. Wallows also shares their top 5 favorite restaurants in Los Angeles, and their top 5 indie rock bands.

Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation with Wallows, covering their artistic journey, their connection to the L.A. music scene, and their perspectives on the modern music industry.

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In this episode, Scott sits down with skateboarding legend Tony Hawk. They dive into Tony's journey from a young skateboarder to a household name. Tony shares several stories about turning pro at a remarkably young age, buying a house in high school, and eventually landing the 900 trick that made him famous.Beyond skateboarding, Tony also discusses the creation of The Skatepark Project (formerly the Tony Hawk Project), and the iconic Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game series. Tony provides behind-the-scenes insights into the development of the game and its influence on both the gaming industry and skateboarding culture. Finally, the episode ends with some of Tony's top 5's, including his top 5 punk bands and top 5 skating slang terms. Tune in for an inspiring and entertaining conversation with a skateboarding legend!

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On this episode, Scott is joined by Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack! They dive into Andy’s early days as a musician in Ohio, exploring how his Midwest upbringing shaped his musical journey. Andy shares his experiences moving to L.A. at a young age and the challenges and triumphs that came with finding success in the city’s competitive music scene. They discuss his early influences, from punk rock to glam metal, and how these genres have impacted his style and sound.

Andy opens up about his journey to sobriety, detailing the struggles he faced and how becoming sober has influenced his music and personal life. The conversation also covers the latest Black Veil Brides album, exploring the themes and stories behind the tracks, and giving listeners an inside look at the creative process behind the record. And, of course, the episode wraps up with some of Andy’s Top 5s, including his top 5 hair metal bands and top 5 lead singers. Tune in for an engaging and candid conversation with Andy Biersack!

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In this episode, Scott sits down with musician and fashion designer Jesse Jo Stark! Throughout the conversation, they dive into various facets of her artistry and personal life. First, Scott asks Jesse about her childhood in the Chrome Hearts fashion family, and what it was like growing up around musicians like Cher and Steve Jones. From there, they talk about Jesse’s decision to pursue music professionally, her collaborations with artists like Post Malone and Jesse Rutherford, and her 2022 debut album. The two also discuss aspects of Jesse’s personal life, such as her relationship with fellow musician Yungblud. The episode ends with some of Jesse’s top 5’s, including her top 5 horror films and top 5 artists that should be bigger. Tune in for an insightful discussion with a rapidly rising star!

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