Скачать или смотреть NYC Scene Part 1 & 2! Featuring Ryan Gentles, Bec Lauder, The Thing, Telescreens, and Sid Simons

On this special episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with six members of the contemporary New York City music scene: artist manager Ryan Gentles, frontwoman Bec Lauder of Bec Lauder & The Noise, frontman Zane Acord and guitarist Jack Bradley of The Thing, frontman Jackson Hamm of Telescreens, and frontman Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings. The first conversation is with Ryan Gentles, who explores his time managing The Strokes and several other bands of the “indie sleaze” era. Ryan discusses securing The Strokes’ first record deal and helping craft the band’s image. He also talks about the current state of the music business and the role played by social media in discovering new bands. Next up, Scott talks with Bec of Bec Lauder & The Noise about her career beginnings, favorite spots in NYC, and top 5 NYC artists of the 2000s. She also discusses Karen O’s influence, her upcoming projects, and explores the camaraderie of the current scene. During the third interview, Scott is joined by Zane and Jack of The Thing, who talk about their musical influences, the modern touring industry, and how radio continues to play a role in bringing artists widespread exposure. Fourth, Scott sits down with Jackson of Telescreens. He shares his insights on the state of NYC’s music landscape, discussing how it has evolved and the role of community among bands in the city. They also explore Jackson’s relationships with other bands and making money as an artist in today’s industry. Last but not least, Scott interviews Sid of Sid Simons & The Darlings, who discusses his early influences and forming The Darlings. He also lists his favorite NYC bands and venues and talks about underrated bands.

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CREDITS (Instagram handles)
Host @ScottLipps
Edited by @toastycakes
Music by @Robby_hoff
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY

Ryan Gentles
0:03:00 – Managing the Strokes
0:05:40 – The Strokes’ image
0:09:40 – The Strokes’ rise in popularity
0:11:50 – 2000s NYC scene
0:14:00 – The Strokes’ popularity in London
0:15:10 – The Strokes first record deal
0:16:50 – Other record deals for NYC bands
0:18:16 – Indie sleaze
0:20:10 – The role of social media in discovering bands
0:22:20 – Being in a band now versus back then
0:27:45 – Other artists Ryan is managing
0:29:25 – Top 5 current NYC bands

Bec Lauder of Bec Lauder & The Noise
0:32:07 – Start
0:33:29 – Bec’s career beginnings
0:35:10 – Current NYC scene
0:38:50 – Favorite NYC spots
0:42:45 – Top 5 2000s NYC artists

Zane Acord and Jack Bradley of The Thing
0:45:57 – Start
0:48:30 – Career beginnings
0:49:06 – The Strokes’ influence
0:49:35 – Current NYC scene
0:50:50 – Modern touring industry
0:54:00 – Upcoming shows and projects
0:58:46 – Top 5 2000s NYC bands
1:00:35 – Top 5 current NYC bands

Jackson Hamm of Telescreens
1:05:05 – Start
1:07:35 – Current NYC scene
1:09:15 – Relationship with other bands
1:10:00 – Influences
1:10:55 – The scene’s popularity and Jackson’s favorite current bands
1:14:20 – Telescreens’ major label debut
1:16:00 – Making money as an artist
1:18:00 – Jackson’s favorite venues
1:19:40 – Favorite NYC records
1:20:30 – Upcoming tour

Sid Simons of Sid Simons & The Darlings
1:22:57 – Start
1:26:00 – Early influences
1:27:20 – Relationship with other bands
1:28:17 – Formation of The Darlings
1:29:36 – Current influences in the scene
1:31:50 – Upcoming projects
1:32:50 – Radiohead
1:34:25 – Underrated bands
1:35:00 – Sid’s favorite NYC band
1:36:10 – NYC venues
1:37:50 – Touring
1:40:00 – Record deal search