Lipps Service with Scott Lipps

On this episode, Scott sits down with the influential and dynamic guitarist who helped shape the sound of the ‘90s — in his second time on Lipps Service — Jerry Cantrell of Alice In Chains! Jerry shares some behind-the-scenes details from recording his new album, I Want Blood, including exploring spoken word and finding new avenues for creative processes. Later on, the two get into the early days of Alice in Chains, how Jerry met Layne Staley, and the recording process of Jar of Flies. Beyond Jerry’s early career, they discuss Jerry’s touring with Ozzy Osbourne and Zakk Wylde, being friends with Eddie Van Halen, and writing music with Chris Cornell. The episode wraps up with Jerry listing his favorite films, albums, and underrated bands. Tune in for this insightful interview with the one and only Jerry Cantrell! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Catching up 01:40 - Touring with Zakk Wylde and Ozzy Osbourne 03:19 - Eddie Van Halen stories 06:22 - Writing “Nutshell” 08:27 - 'Jar of Flies' 11:20 - Writing with Chris Cornell 12:48 - Features on the new album 14:50 - Camaraderie in Seattle 16:26 - Grunge 17:14 - Getting back to solo music 20:19 - Early music inspirations 22:28 - Meeting Layne Staley 28:13 - Finding the Alice sound 31:54 - Nirvana and the scene 33:45 - Story behind “Rooster” 38:00 - Revisiting records 39:26 - Writing songs 45:38 - Finding his voice 49:31 - Economics 54:09 - Favorite albums 55:26 - Top 5 films 57:25 - Underrated bands 58:28 - Upcoming tours and cities Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

In this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Bad Nerves frontman Bobby Nerves. They get into drumming, touring the US, and The Hives' influence on the band. Bobby also discusses growing up in Essex, how the band formed without expectations, and the economics of being in a band. Later on, the two talk about Billie Joe Armstrong's approval of Bad Nerves, the state of the world and AI, and the band's signing to Stone Gossard of Pearl Jam's record label, Loose Groove. Bobby also shares his top 5 underrated punk bands and British dishes, including his perfect album and the members of his dream supergroup. Listen to an exciting chat with the energetic singer and songwriter for one of the best new punk bands out there! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY 0:00:43 - Drumming0:02:20 - Drum and record stores0:03:50 - U.S. tour0:05:30 - The Hives influence0:09:15 - Touring with The Hives0:11:26 - Growing up in Essex0:14:20 - Starting as recording project0:17:10 - Going in with no expectations0:19:18 - 10,000 hours theory0:20:20 - First recording studio0:22:00 - Working with friends0:23:13 - Economics of being a band0:27:00 - Stealing food from gas stations0:30:15 - People connecting with their music0:30:40 - Going to America first time0:32:48 - Breaking down Baby Drummer0:35:20 - Billie Joe Armstrong0:38:27 - Bands standing for something0:40:41 - State of the world0:41:30 - AI0:43:43 - Singing live and backing tracks0:46:49 - Signing to Loose Groove (Stone Gossard label)0:51:53 - Making mistakes0:52:47 - Bobby’s supergroup0:54:58 - Top 5 underrated punk bands0:56:45 - Bobby’s perfect album1:00:52 - Top 5 British dishes1:04:42 - Bobby’s Twitch radio show Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

On this episode, Scott welcomes back the iconic frontman of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer for his second time on Lipps Service — Maynard James Keenan! Maynard discusses the Sessanta tour (in celebration of his 60th birthday), his upbringing in Ohio, his experience in the army, and what it's like living in LA. The two also get into Maynard's extensive interests, ranging from Jiu-Jitsu, UFC, and wine-making to opening and owning multiple restaurants. Maynard also talks about his favorite records and how they influence his wine-making. The episode closes with some of Maynard's favorite underground bands, TV shows, and comedians. Tune in for another insightful conversation with the one and only Maynard James Keenan!  CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Black Sabbath 02:00 - Comedy openers 03:21 - Early influences 04:45 - Time management 06:03 - Growing up in Ohio 09:55 - Life in the army 15:09 - First band CAD 17:33 - Moving to LA / early days of Tool 20:32 - Scientology gun story 22:39 - Religion 23:29 - Creative process 27:34 - UFC and fighting 28:43 - Sessanta tour / touring 32:24 - Merkin Vineyard/living in Arizona 38:23 - Talking about context and wine 40:09 - Jiu-Jitsu 42:05 - Favorite restaurants 44:28 - Favorite records 45:56 - Underground bands 47:29 - Car speakers / Portlandia 48:40 - Comedians 51:00 - Closing remarks Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.

On this episode, Scott sits down with rocking singer and guitarist Myles Kennedy, ahead of the release of his new solo album, The Art of Letting Go. They discuss the influence of bands like Jane’s Addiction and Jellyfish, and Kennedy’s performances with rock legends like Jason Bonham and Slash. They talk about Kennedy’s signature guitar, the upcoming album, and his latest solo tour with a three-piece band. Finally, Kennedy lists his top 5 underrated bands, Guns N’ Roses songs, and his perfect rock supergroup. Tune in for a good conversation with the amazingly talented Myles Kennedy! CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @ScottLipps Edited by @toastycakes Music by @Robby_hoff Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY 01:25 - Jane’s Addiction 05:20 - Zakk Wylde and shooting Rock Star movie 07:02 - Kennedy’s new single and record 07:58 - Living in Washington 08:26 - Introduction to music 11:40 - Deciding to do music professionally 13:51 - First band 16:02 - Matt Pinfield and The Mayfield Four 17:03 - Jerry Harrison and Radiohead influence 18:51 - Velvet Revolver opportunity 21:44 - Relationship with Slash 23:16 - Thoughts on Creed 24:27 - Kennedy’s new record 29:04 - Mark Knopfler and Big Wreck influence 30:27 - Custom guitar 32:04 - “Mr. Downside” story 34:26 - Touring with a three-piece band 35:33 - Thoughts on backing tracks 37:55 - Singing with Guns N’ Roses 40:07 - Asked to sing with Led Zeppelin 43:25 - New record and tour 45:20 - Top 5 underrated artists 50:09 - Top 5 Guns N’ Roses songs 53:05 - Perfect record 53:52 - Supergroup Sonos makes it so easy to fill your home with incredible sound! Check out the new Sonos Ace headphones, which are Bluetooth-enabled and have three buttons. The content key allows you to play, pause, accept calls, and control the volume. Plus, they feature noise cancellation and voice assist! These headphones are exceptionally well done and sound incredible, whether listening to your favorite playlist, chatting on a call, watching a movie, or even recording a podcast like this one. They sound particularly fantastic when listening to Lipps Service! Sonos has great gifts for everyone on your list. Visit sonos.com/Lipps to save 20% on select products.