In this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with Patrick Carney, one half of the The Black Keys. They delve into Patrick's musical roots, tracing his journey from a young musician to one of the most compelling rock stars of his generation. They explore the formation of the Black Keys, and, Patrick also shares anecdotes from touring with iconic acts like Beck and Radiohead, offering a glimpse into his life on the road. The conversation also turns to the importance of resilience in the music industry, as Patrick reflects on the challenges the Black Keys faced in their early days and how they persevered to achieve success. As excitement abounds for the new Black Keys album, Patrick goes into detail about some of the album’s singles, and what fans can expect from their new musical offering. Throughout the interview, Patrick's passion for music shines through as he shares insights into his creative process and the evolution of The Black Keys' sound. From humble beginnings to international acclaim, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of one of modern rock's most influential figures. Tune in for a captivating discussion with Patrick Carney!

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

0:00 – INTRO
0:17 – Promos for new record
1:49 – Click tracks
3:41 – Starting as a guitar player
5:20 – Drum talk
6:54 – Growing up in Akron/Devo’s influence
8:22 – Meeting Dan
11:18 – Establishing the Black Keys/origin of the band name
13:00 – Bonding over music with Dan
15:26 – Discovering Nirvana
16:58 – Mailing out the first Black Keys demo
18:40 – Third Black Keys member/playing without a bassist
21:59 – Finding commercial success with the sixth album
22:36 – Putting songs in commercials
28:15 – Signing to Fat Possum Records and early tours
33:40 – Touring with Beck and Radiohead
36:50 – Rosebar show
38:07 – Persevering in the music business
39:15 – Not being complacent once you’ve achieved success
40:47 – Working with Beck and recording Ohio Players
45:05 – Beautiful People (Stay High)
48:53 – Charity show
49:45 – Patrick’s dynamic with Dan
51:50 – Dan’s solo record
53:10 – Producing records by others
54:40 – DJing
55:37 – Patrick’s relationship with the music business
57:52 – Top 5 drummers of all time
59:45 – Top 5 music documentaries
1:01:50 – Top 5 bands that should have been bigger