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

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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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

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 LA

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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