Pelle Almqvist of The Hives

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