Show Notes
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
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