Wallows on Warped Tour, shrooms, and new album 'Model'!

In this episode, Scott sits down with the three members of Wallows - Braeden Lemasters, Dylan Minnette, and Cole Preston - to explore their rise from a budding LA band to indie rock sensations. They dive into Wallows' journey, from their early days of making music together to signing with Atlantic Records. Along the way, the band shares stories about their formative experiences in the LA music scene, and the influences that shaped their sound and career. The conversation also touches on their latest album, Model. The band reveals details about the creative process behind the record, the themes explored, and their favorite songs. Wallows also shares their top 5 favorite restaurants in LA, and their top 5 indie rock bands. Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation with Wallows, covering their artistic journey, their connection to the LA music scene, and their perspectives on the modern music industry.
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CREDITS (Instagram handles)
Host @ScottLipps
Edited by @toastycakes
Music by @Robby_hoff
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - start/band friendship
01:17 - beginnings of the band
03:32 - early influences
04:34 - earliest songs
06:35 - early shows
09:00 - getting signed to Atlantic
11:43 - L.A. music scene
13:22 - playing Warped Tour
15:30 - gaining a fanbase through TikTok
18:43 - surprising viral songs
19:53 - working with Roger Manning
21:50 - second album
24:12 - Model
26:50 - recording process for Model
28:40 - favorite songs from Model
30:00 - playing Madison Square Garden
32:03 - “Bad Dream”
35:15 - band dynamic
36:38 - balancing acting with music
38:35 - taking shrooms and seeing Madonna
41:30 - favorite contemporary artists
43:33 - top 5 L.A. restaurants
48:40 - top 5 indie rock records
53:30 - current tour