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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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. #LouGramm #Foreigner #ClassicRock #RockHistory #LippsService #MusicInterview #MickJones #IWantToKnowWhatLoveIs #RockLegends #BehindTheMusic #70sRock #80sRock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimmy Gnecco of OURS joins SPIN Magazine’s Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for a deep, emotional and unfiltered conversation. From early influences like Run DMC and Michael Jackson, to discovering his signature multi-octave voice, Jimmy walks through the full journey — from forming OURS in the early 90s to landing a major deal with DreamWorks Records and releasing Distorted Lullabies. He opens up about working with Rick Rubin, collaborating with Brian May for Spider-Man 2, and being considered for bands like Velvet Revolver, INXS, and Alice in Chains. This episode dives into artistry, industry pressure, staying authentic, and what it really means to be a lifelong musician. Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of Lipps Service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. #TheHellp #Riviera #LippsService #SPINMagazine #IndieSleaze #MusicPodcast #NewMusic #AlternativeMusic #RockRevival #NineInchNails #FashionMeetsMusic #UndergroundMusic #LAArtists #PodcastClips #MusicInterview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with rising artist Honest AV 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 — Honest AV 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, Honest AV 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. #HonestAV #LippsService #MusicPodcast #PodcastInterview #RisingArtist #FromNothing #RealStory #TikTokArtist #Overdose #hiphopinterview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with Jay Buchanan of Rival Sons for a deep and revealing conversation about his debut solo album Weapons of Beauty.Jay reflects on performing at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s final show, Back to the Beginning, and what it meant to witness the end of an era from the stage. From there, the conversation shifts into his most personal work yet — a stripped-down, acoustically driven record written in isolation in a Mojave Desert bunker and produced by Dave Cobb.Jay opens up about the album’s themes of grief, vulnerability, and storytelling, the creative process behind Weapons of Beauty, and why this project couldn’t exist within Rival Sons. He also discusses getting the call to appear in Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, the influence of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska, new Rival Sons music, and his all-time favorite singer-songwriters.A raw, introspective conversation with one of rock’s most powerful voices.#ozzy #ozzyosbourne #rivalsons #rocknroll #solo #music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 “F**k 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with the iconic and boundary-breaking artist Peaches.From singing at bar mitzvahs in Toronto to pioneering the electroclash movement, Peaches shares the full story behind her rise, including the cultural impact of “F**k the Pain Away,” her years in Berlin, and working with legends like Iggy Pop.They dive into her fearless approach to sexuality, gender, and performance art — and how her work pushed boundaries long before today’s conversations around identity and censorship.Peaches also discusses her first album in over a decade, No Lube So Rude, why aging is her most radical act yet, and whether culture has become more restrictive.Plus, a high-energy Top 5 covering artists, punk bands, and karaoke songs.A raw, provocative, and deeply honest conversation with one of music’s true originals. #peaches #electro #live #top5 #cencorship #podcast #music1:42 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 “F**k 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps, Scott sits down with Swedish rock legends The Hives as they kick off their 2026 Roll Out the Red Carpet Tour in Nashville.The band dives into their explosive live reputation, the bands that inspired them, and the artists they believe are carrying punk and rock forward today. They talk about their favorite Ramones songs, the ultimate Hives song tournament, and debate which track might be the greatest Hives song of all time.The conversation also explores the meaning behind “Enough Is Enough,” the current state of rock & roll, and the band’s thoughts on tribute acts popping up around the world.Plus, The Hives reveal their Top 5 live bands in the world, discuss a unique upcoming Third Man Records cover release featuring Bo Diddley and The Modern Lovers, and share their pick for the greatest rock album ever, inspired by garage rock pioneers The Sonics.They also hint at what might be coming next for The Hives in 2026. #thehives #hives #2026 #tour #ramones #punk #live #besthives #best #pelle #hiveslive00:00 The Hives Kick Off Their 2026 Tour00:13 On Starting the Roll Out the Red Carpet Tour01:57 The Ramones & Punk Influences02:55 The Ultimate Hives Song Tournament04:07 The Best Hives Song of All Time04:44 The Meaning Behind “Enough Is Enough”06:14 The Hives’ Top 5 Live Bands in the World08:13 The Hives Tribute Bands Around the World09:47 Tour Kickoff Energy10:45 The Best New Punk Bands Right Now11:58 Third Man Records Cover Release12:56 The Current State of Rock & Roll14:27 The Greatest Rock Album of All Time15:00 New Hives Music in 2026 + Best Audiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices