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Jutes Feb 22, 2026

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the biggest names in the Alternative Rock scene today, Jutes, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation that dives deep from catching up and discussing the Juno Awards to unpacking his early influences and the story behind his rise, Jutes opens up about hitting rock bottom, navigating sobriety, and prioritizing mental health. He reflects on dealing with online hate, and carving his lane as an independent artist, while breaking down his approach to lyricism and his current musical chapter. The two also touch on social media, new music on the horizon, and even the surreal moment of The Goo Goo Dolls playing at his wedding. Jutes shares his top five underrated Canadian bands of all time and his top five emo bands, making this episode a must-listen for fans of raw storytelling and alternative music.
Jutes released his third studio album, Dilworth, this past December. He is also set to start his European tour on May 2nd.
Timestamps:
0:00:35 - Catching up
0:01:06 - The Juno awards
0:04:12 - On his story
0:09:25 - Early influences
0:12:15 - Reflecting back
0:13:25 - On Hitting rock bottom
0:16:25 - Sobriety and mental health
0:18:52 - Starting out
0:23:00 - Online hate
0:26:10 - Current music
0:28:52 - On being an independent artist
0:31:01 - Lyricism
0:36:32 - The Goo Goo Dolls playing at his wedding
0:38:43 - New music
0:41:13 - On social media
0:44:37 - Top 5 underrated Canadian bands of all time
0:50:00 - Top 5 emo bands

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Alana Springsteen Feb 10, 2026

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott talks with Alana Springsteen about the Springsteen name, being vulnerable in her lyrics, growing up, and her ambition. They discuss the first song she wrote, how her parents met, fitting into country culture, and navigating the music industry at a young age. Alana also shares her experiences with Keith Urban, Tiny Desk, and performing at the Grand Ole Opry, along with her lyrics and dating life, her new record, the economics of being a new country artist, Australia, and her top five cities and songwriters.0:00:37 - The Spingsteen name
0:05:08 - On being vulnerable lyrically
0:06:00 - Growing up
0:08:38 - Ambition
0:10:09 - The first song she wrote
0:11:13 - How her parents met
0:15:19 - On fitting into country culture
0:21:06 - Navigating the industry at a young age
0:22:53 - Keith Urban
0:26:26 - Tiny desk
0:30:13 - The Grand Ole Opry
0:35:56 - Alana springsteen on her lyrics and her dating life
0:41:26 - The new record
0:47:40 - The economics of being a new country artist
0:50:18 - Australia
0:53:06 - Top 5 cities
0:56:24 - Top 5 songwriters

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Toni Cornell/Audrey McGraw (audio) Feb 04, 2026

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Toni Cornell and Audrey McGraw for a candid and soulful conversation that traces a friendship born in a jewelry shop in Greece and forged through a lifetime on the road. From growing up backstage to finding their own creative voices, the two dive into what it’s like navigating the legacy of their iconic fathers while carving out distinct paths in music and film.

Audrey opens up about her recent pivot from acting, including her role on the hit show Landman, to fully committing to her musical journey just three years ago. Meanwhile, Toni reflects on her life as a theater kid and the profound experience of performing with her father, Chris Cornell, who encouraged her to embrace the same genre bending spirit that defined his career.

The duo shares behind the scenes stories from Toni’s harrowing battle with tonsillitis before a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame performance to a transformative backstage encounter with RAYE that changed her perspective on stage fright forever. Audrey recounts meeting with Lukas Nelson that led to their writing session for "Beautiful When I Cry," and both girls reflect on the "musical moments" that sparked their passion from Lady Gaga to Aerosmith.

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New artist Spotlight: Izzy Escobar [Audio Only] Jan 18, 2026

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Lipps Service launches a new series spotlighting the next generation of artists breaking through — and the first guest sets the tone.
On this episode, Scott Lipps sits down with Izzy Escobar, a rising singer-songwriter whose music blends cinematic pop, jazz-trained precision, and raw emotional storytelling. Originally from Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Izzy spent six years in Los Angeles before returning to New York to fully commit to her sound and vision.
The conversation traces her early musical training, the impact of leaving and returning home, and the journey behind her breakout single “Vendetta,” which has surpassed 2 million streams. Izzy also breaks down the making of her debut EP Sunny in London, a deeply personal project that maps her growth as both an artist and a person.
This episode marks the first installment of Lipps Service’s New Artist Spotlight — focused on artists on the edge of something big, before the moment fully arrives.
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00:01:14 on her current rise to fame
00:01:56 on growing up
00:03:18 first musical memory
00:09:17 on the discipline violin taught her
00:10:11 on still teaching on her current rise to fame
00:12:08. On moving to LA
00:13:58 on moving to LA without a plan for music to
00:19:29 on coachella
00:23:34 on hitting rock bottom
00:27:36 Izzy Escobar on vendetta and calling her Dad about getting spammed!
00:31:18 on being a independent artist
00:34:10 on London
00:36:15 on how DM’ing musicians in London lead to her BBC performance
00:39:25 on Vendetta
00:42:00 on three more glasses
00:43:56 on Jackie O
00:47:17 on festivals
00:47:36 on AI and the music industry
00:53:45 top 5 films
00:57:00 top 5 new singers
00:59:08. Top venues in nyc

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Harley Flanagan of the Cro-Mags [Audio Only] Jan 14, 2026

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Timestamps: 0:00:46 - Wired for chaos 00:01:45 - Allen Ginsberg 00:04:00 - The documentary 00:07:14 - Anthony Bourdain 00:11:06 - Growing up in New York 00:17:18 - Warhol! 00:18:19 - Introduction to punk rock 00:22:37- First musical memory, The Clash 00:24:00 - On being a drummer first 00:24:31 - The Lower East Side in the 70s 00:36:00 - The stimulators 00:37:15 - Early recordings 00:39:25 - Having a hit out for Harley 00:44:12 - The formation of the Cro Mags 00:47:30 - The downfalls of the band 00:48:00 - Possible reunion? 00:49:51 - The night at Webster hall 1:00:21 - New cro mags music 1:01:52 - Top 5 bass players 1:06:22 - Top 5 metal records

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Harley Flanagan: Punk, Warhol, Webster Hall & the Rise of NYC Hardcore Jan 14, 2026

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with hardcore punk icon Harley Flanagan, founder of Cro Mags, for a raw and wide ranging conversation on Lipps Service. From Harley’s chaotic early life and growing up in 1970s New York City to encounters with Allen Ginsberg, Andy Warhol, and Anthony Bourdain, the interview traces the cultural collision that shaped one of hardcore’s most influential figures. Harley dives into his first musical memories, discovering punk rock and The Clash, starting out as a drummer, and surviving the Lower East Side scene as it exploded. He reflects on early bands like The Stimulators, the formation of Cro Mags, and the possibility of reunions, while also discussing new Cro Mags music. The episode closes with Harley’s top five bass players and top five metal records, making this a must-listen deep dive into punk, metal, and New York underground history.
Timestamps:
0:00:46 - Wired for chaos
00:01:45 - Allen Ginsberg
00:04:00 - The documentary
00:07:14 - Anthony Bourdain
00:11:06 - Growing up in New York
00:17:18 - Warhol!
00:18:19 - Introduction to punk rock
00:22:37- First musical memory, The Clash
00:24:00 - On being a drummer first
00:24:31 - The Lower East Side in the 70s
00:36:00 - The stimulators
00:37:15 - Early recordings
00:39:25 - Having a hit out for Harley
00:44:12 - The formation of the Cro Mags
00:47:30 - The downfalls of the band
00:48:00 - Possible reunion?
00:49:51 - The night at Webster hall
1:00:21 - New cro mags music
1:01:52 - Top 5 bass players
1:06:22 - Top 5 metal records

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Insane Clown Posse- audio only Dec 30, 2025

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Shaggy 2 Dope of Insane Clown Posse for a raw, unfiltered look at how ICP built a movement from the ground up. Shaggy revisits growing up broke in Detroit, meeting Violent J, and the earliest days of hustling, passing out flyers, wrestling shows, and navigating real gang-adjacent street situations that shaped their worldview. He breaks down the inspiration behind the face paint, the transition from Inner City Posse, and the creation of the Dark Carnival mythology that helped define an entirely new genre. The conversation also dives into dangerous early shows, the Disney/Hollywood Records fallout, and how media attacks, industry feuds, and even FBI scrutiny only reinforced the Juggalos’ loyalty and culture. Shaggy reflects on the power of the Gathering of the Juggalos, ICP’s latest record, wild industry stories, and his personal Top 5 hip-hop artists, offering a definitive look at the controversy, community, and resilience that continue to define ICP’s legacy.

2:25 how ICP met

3:58 growing up in Detroit poor

6:30 on the early beginnings

7:52 on his first musical memory

10:20 on the early wrestling days

13:40 on passing out flyers for those early shows

15:00 on the idea for the makeup and KISS

20:20 on inner city posse

22:00 on early gang kid situations

23:57 on creating a genre

27:52 on the dark carnival

32:45 on the early dangerous shows

34:45 the Disney era. Hollywood records and getting banned.

49:13 on the Sharon Osbourne story and Howard stern

52:08 on the Eminem beef.

56:00 on the FBI time period

58:55 on the gatherings

1:04:24 on the latest record

1:06;25 on the Fred durst story

1:08:40 on his top 5 hip hop artists

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The Paradox [Audio Only] Dec 15, 2025

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On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with The Paradox for a fast-paced, nostalgia-packed conversation that traces the band’s meteoric rise to fame, beginning with Eric’s early days, the origins of the group, and their influences: from Blink-182 to New Found Glory. They openly reflect on getting kicked out of his first band and the evolution of pop-punk. The band recounts their viral breakthrough, including a surprising DM from Jack White’s team, and introduces listeners to Percy while discussing the moment they quit their day jobs to pursue music full-time. They dive into building community and sharing wild stories involving Lil Nas X, Billie Joe Armstrong, and even Subaru. This episode is not one to miss on Lipps Service.
Timestamps:
0:00:41 - On their meteoric rise to fame
0:01:55 - Eric’s beginnings and the start of the band
0:02:28 - Blink 182
0:03:45 - New Found Glory
0:06:21 - Eric getting kicked out of his first band
0:08:17 -The concept of Pop Punk
0:11:00 - Eric’s solo career
0:14:58 - Ms. Lauren
0:16:25 - The viral moment
0:20:25 - Getting a DM from jack whites team
0:24:00 - Percy
0:27:09 - On quitting their day jobs
0:29:25 - Building community
0:35:20 - The meme culture
0:37:19 - The lil nas X and Billie Joe armstrong story
0:41:00 - Subaru
0:45:17 - On NSFW
0:47:30 - Travis barker
0:51:00 - Warped tour
0:54:29 - Best band of the 2000s
0:55:31 Top 5 underrated pop punk bands
0:58:09 - On bands reunited

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Travie McCoy and Gym Class Heroes [Audio Only] Dec 12, 2025

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In this special Lipps Service episode, Scott Lipps sits down with Gym Class Heroes frontman Travie McCoy for an in-depth conversation before the band’s show at the Silver Lining Lounge in NYC. Travie takes listeners on a journey through his roots in Geneva, NY, his earliest musical memories, and the hardcore scene that shaped him. He opens up about everything from the formation of Gym Class Heroes and their early DIY days to their breakout Fueled By Ramen era, the creation of Papercut Chronicles, and hits like “Cupid’s Chokehold” and “Clothes Off!”. The discussion dives into collaborations, genre-blending, and the highs and lows of his career, including dark periods, reinvention, and working with icons like T-Pain, Bruno Mars, and Benny Blanco. Travie also gives insight into his new record and his artistic life beyond music. A candid and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Travie McCoy of Gym Class Heroes Dec 07, 2025

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Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Start

0:02:21 - Growing up in Geneva, NY

0:03:49 - First musical memory and Earth, Wind and Fire

0:07:19 - Hardcore scene

0:09:05 - Phones at concert

0:10:43 - Tattooing and art

0:13:54 - Gym Class Heroes formation

0:16:15 - The first rehearsals

0:18:03 - The early EPs and recordings

0:20:44 - Warped tour days

0:23:40 - Mixing genres

0:25:53 - Pete Wentz and the Fueled By Ramen era

0:31:38 - “Papercut Chronicles”

0:32:37 - Cupids Chokehold

0:38:07 - Clothes Off!

0:41:16 - Collabs

0:43:37 - Dark times

0:50:00 - T Pain and Bruno Mars

0:52:22 - Benny Blanco

0:54:27 - The new record

1:00:25 - Top 5 artists that defy genres

1:02:00 - The perfect record

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