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The Lemon Twigs Apr 28, 2026

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Welcome back to SPIN Magazine’s Lipps Service, hosted by Scott Lipps…

In this episode, Scott sits down with The Lemon Twigs — brothers Brian and Michael D’Addario — for a deep dive into their journey from Long Island to becoming one of the most unique bands in modern rock.

They talk about growing up on The Beatles and The Beach Boys, singing harmonies with their parents, getting into Broadway at a young age, and forming the band that would become The Lemon Twigs.

The conversation covers their early recordings with Jonathan Rado of Foxygen, their breakout album Do Hollywood, and surreal moments like getting recognition from Elton John and collaborating with Todd Rundgren.

They also get into:

Analog vs digital recording
Whether they were “born in the wrong era”
The reality of being an indie band today
Dream collaborators like Paul McCartney and Bob Dylan
Their latest record and upcoming tour

Plus — a classic Beatles debate: John vs Paul… who’s better?

If you like the show, make sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — and come see us live at Silver Lining Lounge in NYC.

00:00:00 – Intro
00:00:47 – Growing Up on Long Island
00:03:01 – Their Dad’s Beatles & British Invasion Influence
00:04:31 – Were They Born in the Wrong Era?
00:07:04 – Getting into Broadway & Acting Young
00:08:27 – Watching The Beatles & Beach Boys on TV
00:09:50 – Singing 4-Part Harmonies with Family
00:11:32 – Brotherly Dynamic
00:15:34 – Forming The Lemon Twigs
00:15:45 – Connecting with Jonathan Rado (Foxygen)
00:18:59 – Early Releases
00:19:33 – Analog vs Digital Recording
00:22:11 – Validation from Jonathan Rado
00:23:39 – First Trip to Los Angeles to Record
00:24:21 – Making Do Hollywood
00:25:16 – First Big NYC Show at Webster Hall
00:27:40 – Getting the Call from Elton John
00:29:24 – Working with Todd Rundgren
00:34:08 – Dream Collaborators (McCartney, Dylan)
00:35:02 – Working with Thundercat
00:37:14 – The New Record
00:42:13 – Writing “2 or 3” in Buenos Aires
00:45:08 – The New Tour
00:45:42 – Being an Indie Band Today (Financial Reality)
00:48:36 – What Success Means Now
00:52:30 – Artists That Deserve More Love (Graham Parsons, etc.)
00:55:58 – Recording with Sean Lennon
00:56:55 – Top 5 Songs They Wish They Wrote
00:59:22 – NYC vs LA
01:04:25 – Best Beatles Song + John vs Paul Debate

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Lou Gramm of Foreigner Apr 22, 2026

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Legendary vocalist Lou Gramm joins SPIN Magazine’s Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for a deep, career-spanning conversation—from early struggles to global superstardom with Foreigner.

Lou opens up about his beginnings, the formation of Foreigner with Mick Jones, getting rejected by record labels, and ultimately creating some of the biggest rock anthems of all time. He shares stories about opening for KISS, encounters with Aretha Franklin, and working with legendary producer Mutt Lange.

We also dive into classics like “I Want to Know What Love Is,” the evolution of Foreigner’s sound, Lou’s current relationship with Mick Jones, and his thoughts on modern versions of legacy bands touring today.

Plus—Lou reflects on his new album Released, retirement, and the legacy he’s most proud of.

If you’re a fan of classic rock, songwriting, and real music industry stories, this is one you don’t want to miss.

00:00:55 – Where It All Started
00:09:40 – How Singing Began
00:11:45 – The Black Sheep Era
00:14:25 – Influence of Steve Marriott
00:17:50 – Early Capitol Records Deal
00:19:00 – Opening for KISS
00:28:30 – Getting Dropped by the Label
00:30:03 – The Call from Mick Jones / Joining Foreigner
00:35:35 – Early Songwriting Sessions
00:35:52 – Writing “Long, Long Way From Home”
00:36:33 – From Rejection to Millions
00:39:39 – Aretha Franklin Encounter
00:40:24 – Foreigner / Heart Story
00:42:36 – Mutt Lange & “Juke Box Hero”
00:44:48 – The Shift in Foreigner
00:47:49 – “I Want to Know What Love Is”
00:52:19 – The Power of Ballads
00:53:09 – Relationship with Mick Jones Today
00:53:40 – New Album Released
00:55:25 – Retirement
00:55:40 – What He’s Most Proud Of
01:01:14 – “Tribute Band” Debate
01:01:50 – Top 5: Best ‘70s Bands

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The Hellp Apr 09, 2026

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The Hellp join SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for a deep dive into their journey — from early struggles and living out of a car, to building a cult following and releasing their sophomore album Riviera.

Noah Dillon and Chandler Ransom Lucy open up about their origins, the intersection of fashion and music, being discovered through the LA creative scene, and how their sound has evolved into something entirely their own.

They also break down the meaning behind Riviera, discuss the idea of “indie sleaze,” reflect on influences like Lou Reed, Oasis, and Blink-182, and share their Top 5 Nine Inch Nails songs.

From chaos to control, underground to global — this is The Hellp story in full.

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honestav Mar 31, 2026

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On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with rising artist honestav for one of his most raw and honest conversations yet.
Growing up in Pierce City, Missouri, Honest AV faced poverty, addiction in his household, and devastating personal loss — including the deaths of his father and brother. At one point, he says he was just one bad decision away from going to jail.
But everything changed when he found music.
From recording songs as a teenager to posting relentlessly on TikTok — even making up to $10,000 a month — honestav built a following from the ground up. His breakout song “Overdose” connected deeply with fans, turning personal trauma into something that resonated around the world.
In this episode, honestav opens up about:
Growing up in Missouri and trying to escape
Family struggles and addiction
Losing his father, brother, and best friend
The moment everything changed with TikTok
The story behind “Overdose” and “Feel Something”
His musical influences and creative journey
His Top 5 artists of all time
This is one of the most honest and emotional episodes of Lipps Service to date.

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Jay Buchanan of Rival Sons returns! Mar 27, 2026

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On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with Jay Buchanan, frontman of Rival Sons, for a deep and personal conversation about his debut solo album Weapons of Beauty. Jay opens up about performing at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s final show, Back to the Beginning, and what it felt like witnessing the end of an era from the stage. He reflects on legacy, evolution, and what it means to carry rock music forward. The conversation dives into the making of Weapons of Beauty, written in isolation in an underground Mojave Desert bunker and produced by Dave Cobb. Jay discusses the album’s stripped-down sound, themes of grief and vulnerability, and why this record couldn’t exist within Rival Sons. Jay also talks about his acting debut in Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, the influence of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska, the future of Rival Sons, and his favorite singer-songwriters of all time. This is Jay Buchanan like you’ve never heard him before — raw, reflective, and completely unfiltered. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00:44 Back to the Beginning 00:02:53 Ozzy, Sabbath & Final Show Reflections 00:10:10 Performing That Night 00:11:35 The New Record 00:17:13 Writing in a Mojave Desert Bunker 00:19:55 Lyrical Themes 00:21:30 Recording Process 00:26:48 Personal Side of the Album 00:29:43 Rival Sons Today 00:33:05 Weapons of Beauty Deep Dive 00:37:11 Springsteen Film Role 00:47:40 Nebraska Parallels 00:51:05 New Rival Sons Music 00:55:20 Top 5 Singer-Songwriters 1:03:51 What’s a Perfect Record?

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Melissa Auf der Maur Mar 26, 2026

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On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with alternative rock icon Melissa Auf der Maur.
Best known for her time in Hole during the Live Through This era and later with The Smashing Pumpkins alongside Billy Corgan, Melissa takes us inside one of the most defining moments in music history — the 1990s alternative explosion.
Melissa opens up about playing on Courtney Love’s new record, the possibility of a Hole reunion, her decision to step away from music, and her life today in upstate New York. She reflects on growing up in Montreal, her first musical memories, and how she discovered her voice through bass and photography.
The conversation dives deep into her relationships with Courtney Love, Billy Corgan, Dave Grohl, and Jeff Buckley, along with firsthand stories from the Nirvana era, the feminist movement in rock, and the raw energy of Hole’s early shows.
Melissa also discusses her new memoir Even the Good Girls Will Cry, featuring never-before-seen photos and personal stories from inside the 90s alternative scene.
Plus — Top 5 Hole songs, Smashing Pumpkins songs, and bass players.

#hole #alternative #smashingpumpkins #courtneylove #90s #bass #melissaaufdermaur

0:00 Intro
1:17 Courtney Love’s New Record
3:39 Why the Book Now?
6:15 Hole Reunion?
7:24 Life Upstate / Stepping Away from Music
11:10 Growing Up in Montreal
13:52 First Musical Memory / First Record
15:00 Family Background
18:00 Finding the Bass
22:05 Billy Corgan & Courtney Love as Constants
23:00 Smashing Pumpkins Era
24:30 Joining Hole
26:57 First Hole Shows
28:00 Nirvana, Pumpkins & Feminism
34:34 Inside Hole’s Dynamic
36:45 Celebrity Skin / Patty Schemel
39:58 Joining The Smashing Pumpkins
42:49 Dave Grohl
45:03 Jeff Buckley
47:00 Hole Reunion (Again)
48:13 Top 5 Hole Songs
51:55 Top 5 Smashing Pumpkins Songs
53:20 Top 5 Bass Players
54:00 The Photo Book

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Melissa Auf Der Maur on the 90’s Mar 24, 2026

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In this clip from SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins) takes us inside the raw, unfiltered reality of the alternative rock explosion.

From the chaos and energy surrounding Nirvana, Hole, and The Smashing Pumpkins, to the rise of feminism in rock and the intensity of that era — Melissa shares firsthand stories from one of music’s most iconic and unpredictable periods.

This is the side of the 90s you didn’t see.

🎙️ Watch the full episode on Lipps Service for more.

#MelissaAufDerMaur #Hole #SmashingPumpkins #Nirvana #90sRock #Grunge #RockHistory #LippsService #ScottLipps

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Peaches Mar 20, 2026

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On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with the iconic and boundary-breaking artist Peaches, one of the most influential and provocative figures in modern music and performance art.

Scott and Peaches dive deep into the creation and impact of some of her most iconic songs, the fearless sexuality and gender commentary that defined her work, and how her provocative style influenced artists across pop, punk, and electronic music. Peaches also reflects on working with legends like Iggy Pop, her years living in Berlin, and how her background in theater shaped her unforgettable live performances and visual art.

1:42 Peaches on Fashion & Performance Art

2:24 Peaches Tells Her Story

8:44 The Journey to Becoming Peaches

12:15 Canadian Music & Early Influences

16:00 The Story Behind the Name “Peaches”

18:25 “Fuck the Pain Away” – The Breakthrough Moment

22:32 Starting a Movement

24:43 Moving to Berlin

27:18 Early Cancel Culture & Controversy

31:49 The Peaches Image & Persona

34:45 “The Boys Wanna Be Her”

40:10 The New Record

43:54 Peaches’ Top 5 Artists from the 1970s

50:48 The Greatest Karaoke Song of All Time

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Return to Dust Mar 08, 2026

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On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with fast-rising rock band Return to Dust, one of the most talked-about new groups leading the modern grunge and alternative rock revival.
The band discusses how Return to Dust first came together, their early musical memories, and the influences that shaped their heavy, melodic sound. Scott and the band also dive into the question fans and critics are asking right now: Is grunge making a comeback? From the new wave of post-grunge artists to the resurgence of guitar-driven rock, the conversation explores why this sound is resonating with a new generation.
Return to Dust also talks about the breakout success of their hit single “Bored,” which recently reached #1, and what that milestone means for the band as their momentum continues to grow.
With their audience expanding rapidly, the band is also gearing up for a major upcoming tour with Yungblud, bringing their explosive live show to audiences around the world.
The episode also features live performances of “Bored” and “Downfall,” plus a Top 5 list of artists the band believes are helping save rock ’n’ roll today.
If you’re a fan of bands like Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Deftones, or modern alternative rock, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Stephen Sanchez Mar 01, 2026

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with multi-platinum singer/songwriter Stephen Sanchez as he steps into a brand new era with his 2026 single “Sweet Love.”
Stephen opens up about the inspiration behind the song — written about his grandparents’ enduring love — and the heartfelt video shot inside their home, where he first fell in love with music through his grandfather’s record collection. From themes of love in all its forms to navigating the pressure of a sophomore album, Stephen shares what this new chapter means to him.The conversation moves from his recent engagement and taking time off, to the weight of following up Angel Face, to surreal moments playing alongside Elton John and Paul McCartney. He also talks about The Beach Boys, Lana Del Rey, John Stamos, heartfelt fan stories, and the inspirations and process behind the new record.
00:36 on the new record
3:06 on his engagement
7:50 on the theme of love, love, love
11:12 on taking time off
12:25 on the pressures of a sophomore album
16:20 on playing with Elton John and Paul McCartney
22:37 on The Beach Boys and John stamos
23:54 on Lana Del ray
25:25 on heartfelt fan stories
27:00 on the new records inspirations
31:15 on this record's process
35:18 on the set list
36:5 top 5 artists that time forgot
41:11 on a perfect record

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