Show Notes
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
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.
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
More from Lipps Service (Audio)
Magnus Ferrell joins Scott Lipps for a new episode of SPIN’s Lipps Service to talk about growing up as the son of Will Ferrell, finding his own identity as a musician, and what it’s like pursuing a career when people already know your last name. Magnus opens up about his musical upbringing, his parents’ support, the advice that shaped him, working with Gabe Yaron and developing his “groove therapy” sound. He also talks about the “nepo baby” conversation, signing his record deal, imposter syndrome and the breakout success of “Asleep Talking.” Plus, Magnus shares some incredible Will Ferrell stories — from his dad DJing at USC to showing up to prom in a medieval outfit — and reveals his Top 5 artists of all time and Top 5 Will Ferrell movies. Subscribe to Lipps Service for more conversations with the biggest names in music.
For more than 36 years, 311 have remained one of rock's most unique and enduring bands—blending rock, reggae, hip-hop, funk and metal into a sound entirely their own while keeping the original five members together through decades of touring and platinum-selling albums. On this episode of SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Nick Hexum, SA Martinez, Chad Sexton, Tim Mahoney and P-Nut to look back at their incredible journey—from growing up in Omaha and moving to Los Angeles together, to recording classics like "Amber," "Love Song," and the breakthrough Blue Album. The band discusses the current state of rock music, artificial intelligence, social media, songwriting, their biggest career moments, the songs they want to be remembered for, their favorite '90s rock albums, and what's next for 311. If you're a longtime Excitable, a fan of alternative rock, or simply love hearing legendary artists tell their stories, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more conversations with the biggest names in music.
Young the Giant joins Scott Lipps on SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service for a deep dive into the band's incredible journey—from forming in Irvine, California and playing their earliest shows as The Jakes, to dropping out of Stanford, getting signed as teenagers, and creating some of the defining alternative rock songs of the last two decades. The band discusses the stories behind "Cough Syrup" and "My Body," life in the legendary band house, working with legendary producers Joe Chiccarelli and Brendan O'Brien, recording Victory Garden in Palm Springs and Idyllwild, running into Paul McCartney at Henson Studios, and the unforgettable encounters with Chris Martin and Morrissey. Plus: Radiohead debates, favorite Strokes songs, music that shaped the band, and much more. Young the Giant's new album "Victory Garden" is available now. Subscribe for more conversations with the biggest names in music. #YoungTheGiant #VictoryGarden #LippsService #ScottLipps #SPINMagazine Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Billy Corgan joins Scott Lipps on SPIN Magazine’s Lipps Service for a deep chronological conversation covering his upbringing in Chicago, discovering guitar, the formation of the Smashing Pumpkins, Gish, Siamese Dream, Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Courtney Love, Melissa Auf der Maur, Cheap Trick, Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, Lollapalooza, modern rock, Yungblud, SOMBR, and much more.
DE'WAYNE joins Scott Lipps on SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Spring, Texas to becoming one of the most exciting voices in modern rock. DE'WAYNE discusses growing up in a deeply religious household, discovering music through hip-hop, moving to Los Angeles with only $200, finding inspiration in Radiohead, David Bowie, and Nirvana, and ultimately creating his own lane in rock music. He also talks about touring arenas with Machine Gun Kelly, receiving a life-changing phone call from Lenny Kravitz, collaborating on "Highway Robbery," the resurgence of rock music, Prince's influence, Warped Tour, and the artists leading rock's next generation. If you enjoy long-form conversations with musicians, artists, and cultural icons, subscribe to Lipps Service.