On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the biggest names in country today – Jordan Davis! Jordan’s newest album, Learn The Hard Way, was just released, and it features other amazing country artists, such as Marcus King on the track “Louisiana Sticks”. Jordan’s gearing up for his upcoming headlining tour, and he’ll be on the road playing hit venues like Red Rocks and Wembley Stadium. The conversation kicks off with how country music is becoming more mainstream, with artists such as Post Malone and Lana Del Rey coming into the scene. He also reflects on the music legends who’ve inspired him, such as John Prine, Jason Isbell, Smashing Pumpkins, and Tom Petty. Jordan talks about what it was like growing up in Louisiana with musicians in his family, and explores how country music impacted his musical upbringing. Jordan also highlights the new record and what it’s like playing large shows at venues like Radio City Music Hall. He talks about his song with Marcus King and how they added new elements into the track. The conversation closes with Jordan listing his top 5 podcast series, his favorite new country artists, and his favorite burger spots in the US. Tune in to an amazing episode with Jordan Davis!

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CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robbyhoff

Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC

0:00:00 - Start

0:00:18 - Listening to podcasts

0:01:05 - First country artist on the show!

0:01:14 - Country turning mainstream

0:02:02 - Coming from a musical family

0:03:06 - Getting the first record deal

0:04:13 - Doing the “artist thing”

0:06:40 - Changing paths

0:07:20 - Four-hour sets

0:09:33 - Brotherly collaboration

0:10:18 - John Prine and Jason Isbell

0:10:58 - Smashing Pumpkins

0:12:13 - Shreveport, Louisiana

0:12:57 - CD burning era

0:13:39 - Country roots

0:14:00 - A look behind the curtains

0:14:55 - College

0:15:33 - Making it in music

0:16:12 - Bartending to record deal

0:18:08 - Figuring out how to become a performer

0:19:28 - Pinch-me moments

0:21:44 - Radio City Music Hall

0:22:34 - “Buy Dirt”

0:24:38 - Inspiration behind the track

0:26:47 - Pop musicians shifting towards country

0:28:49 - What does country music mean?

0:29:15 - Tom Petty

0:29:36 - Country at its peak

0:30:02 - Promoting through social media

0:31:48 - Music discovery

0:32:36 - The new album Learn The Hard Way

0:33:43 - Heading into the studio

0:34:25 - “Louisiana Stick” with Marcus King

0:35:52 - Top 5 podcast series

0:37:11 - Theo Von

0:37:39 - Favorite new country artists

0:39:19 - Food on the road

0:39:35 - Best burger spots

On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with two members of one of the biggest rock bands out there today, Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm! At the start of the extended and insightful conversation, they get into Lzzy's experience at the final Black Sabbath show, including her blistering performance, meeting music legends like Tom Morello, and Yungblud's viral rendition of "Changes." They also talk about the new Jeff Buckley documentary and how Buckley heavily influenced Lzzy's music career. They reflect on their storied 20-year career as Halestorm, including the band's beginnings, growing up in the grunge scene, pre-internet days, and how Lzzy's songwriting has changed. They give insight into the making of the band's newest album, 'Everest,' which was released on August 8, including what it was like recording with Dave Cobb and the story behind the hit "Like A Woman Can." They talk about their experiences with music icons like Iron Maiden, Skid Row, Katy Perry, and Rick Rubin ... and SO much more. Tune into an amazing chat with Lzzy and Joe of Halestorm!

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CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC

0:00:00 - Start

0:00:36 - Black Sabbath's Final Show

0:04:20 - Women in rock

0:05:55 - Lzzy’s full circle moment

0:06:13 - Halestorm on playing Dio’s last concert

0:06:53 - Meeting Dio

0:07:27 - Tom Morello

0:08:02 - Yungblud’s performance

0:08:47 - Jeff Buckley documentary

0:11:12 - Early years

0:13:07 - Having dad in the band

0:14:00 - Growing up in the scene

0:14:35 - Grunge influences

0:16:35 - Cinderella

0:17:04 - Vocal lessons from Steve Whiteman

0:17:58 - Changing as a songwriter

0:19:03 - 20 years of Halestorm

0:19:50 - Pre-internet days and meeting members

0:21:13 - Living at the Oakwood apartments

0:22:19 - Taking off

0:23:05 - Making a living in music

0:24:57 - Surviving in the music industry

0:25:25 - Don Hills residency

0:26:38 - Early A&R

0:27:03 - Outside hobbies

0:27:38 - Photography

0:28:13 - Scissor Happy fashion line

0:29:03 - Favorite designers

0:30:03 - Fronting Skid Row

0:32:46 - Secret bucket list

0:33:33 - Iron Maiden

0:34:20 - Best band from the 80’s

0:35:06 - New album

0:35:43 - Recording with Dave Cobb

0:36:32 - Writing Everest

0:38:51 - “Like A Woman Can”

0:39:33 - Savannah

0:40:28 - Going out of the comfort zone

0:41:41 - The economics of music

0:45:10 - Grammy Awards

0:46:37 - Meeting Katy Perry

0:46:58 - Removal of the hard rock/metal Grammy category

0:47:34 - Playing Wembley Stadium

0:48:20 - Spinal Tap 2

0:48:58 - Winning the crowd over

0:50:52 - Being on the road

0:53:06 - Lzzy’s signature guitars

0:53:32 - The perfect album

0:55:01 - Rick Rubin

0:55:30 - Last meal

0:57:31 - Best metal band ever?

0:58:24 - Best new bands

0:59:15 - Avatar

0:59:46 - Favorite horror movies

1:00:50 - Top 5 guitar riffs

On this very special episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll frontmen of all time, who is known for leading the iconic rock band The Cult, his blistering stage presence and voice, legendary songs like “She Sells Sanctuary,” and his time in Southern Death Cult, Death Cult, and The Doors … he is – Ian Astbury! In this new, rare interview with the Lipps Service podcast alumni, Ian talks with his longtime friend Scott about his storied career in this nearly two-hour-long episode. The conversation kicks off with remembering the late, great Ozzy Osbourne, the influence of Black Sabbath, and Ian’s take on mortality. They discuss various rock legends throughout, including Billy Duffy, Lars Ulrich, The Beatles, New York Dolls, Sex Pistols, Malcom McLaren, Rick Rubin, and more. They explore Ian’s various projects – The Cult, Southern Death Cult, Death Cult, and his early 2000s stint playing with the surviving members of The Doors. He details the making of and songs in the famed Electric album that was famously made with Rick Rubin. And Ian gets into some of his personal life, including his life living in LA, fashion, his favorite films, art, and his take on AI. This loaded interview with one of rock’s greatest should not be missed. Tune in for an insightful and wonderful chat with the one and only – Ian Astbury!

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CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Recorded at Third Wheel Podcasts LA

0:00:00 - Start

0:00:22 - Billy Duffy

0:01:12 - Favorite band

0:01:57 - Black Sabbath

0:03:54 - Meeting Ozzy Osbourne and Lars Ulrich

0:04:45 - Mortality

0:06:19 - Touring

0:08:49 - LA

0:09:35 - Parents and upbringing

0:11:30 - The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, New York Dolls

0:12:30 - Malcolm McLaren

0:14:00 - Opening for The Clash

0:16:00 - Southern Death Cult

0:21:10 - Is punk back?

0:22:38 - Inspirations today

0:24:23 - The Cult and the music business

0:28:31 - Meeting Rick Rubin

0:31:45 - Rick Rubin and Electric album

0:41:40 - Nur monks

0:43:35 - Art

0:51:11 - Michael Monroe

0:52:51 - New The Cult music?

0:56:18 - Matt Pinfield

0:56:30 - How bad did it get?

1:00:00 - Looking back on past albums

1:11:00 - Fashion

1:15:00 - Top 5 The Cult songs

1:16:00 - Artists playing their most well-known songs

1:17:00 - Spinal Tap 2

1:19:15 - Weirdest stage moments

1:20:56 - Favorite films

1:24:00 - The Doors movie

1:26:19 - Playing with The Doors and Stewart Copeland

1:36:44 - NYC and LA guest lists

1:40:00 - AI

1:47:00 - The Sex Pistols and Iggy Pop