Pelle Almqvist of The Hives
Pelle Almqvist of The Hives  
Podcast: Lipps Service with Scott Lipps
Published On: Sun May 18 2025
Description: On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with the legendary frontman of one of the most influential garage rock bands of all time – Howlin’ Pelle Almqvist of The Hives! In his second time on Lipps Service, the Swedish singer-songwriter talks about the band’s decorated career, from receiving worldwide praise to inspiring other iconic bands. Pelle also uplifts some of his own music inspirations, including David Johansen, Clem Burke, Josh Homme, and AC/DC. As The Hives are gearing up to release a new album, The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, in August, Pelle explores some of the album’s themes, stories behind the songs, and what it was like working with the record’s producer Mike D of The Beastie Boys. To close, Pelle lists his top 5 siblings in rock and debut albums of all time. Tune in for another amazing and funny chat with everyone’s favorite frontman – Pelle Almqvist!  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.   00:00 - Start 01:14 - Praise for The Hives 02:12 - Ticket prices  04:50 - Franchising The Hives?  06:36 - New album  07:55 - David Johansen and Clem Burke  08;55 - AC/DC 09:52 - Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age 11:00 - Pop structure 11:55 - Mike D of The Beastie Boys  15:07 - The Dead Boys AI 18:12 - Swedish music scene  21:36 - ABBA  25:09 - Playing new music for friends  26:44 - PC culture 28:00 - Enough is enough  30:00 - Online comments  31:00 - Playing new songs  33:33 - New album’s process  35:00 - Influencing other bands  36:56 - What music Pelle listens to  37:42 - Perfect record 41:10 - Top 5 siblings in rock  51:07 - AC/DC 54:13 - Top 5 debut albums  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices