On this episode, Scott welcomes back the iconic frontman of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer for his second time on Lipps Service — Maynard James Keenan! Maynard discusses the Sessanta tour (in celebration of his 60th birthday), his upbringing in Ohio, his experience in the army, and what it's like living in LA. The two also get into Maynard's many extensive interests, ranging from Jiu-Jitsu, UFC, and wine-making, to opening and owning multiple restaurants. Maynard also talks about his favorite records and how they influence his wine-making. The episode closes with some of Maynard's favorite underground bands, TV shows, and comedians. Tune in for another insightful conversation with the one and only Maynard James Keenan!
Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Black Sabbath
02:00 - Comedy openers
03:21 - Early influences
04:45 - Time management
06:03 - Growing up in Ohio
09:55 - Life in the army
15:09 - First band CAD (CAD song becoming Sober)
17:33 - Moving to LA / early days of Tool
20:32 - Scientology gun story
22:39 - Religion
23:29 - Creative process
27:34 - UFC and fighting
28:43 - Sessanta tour / touring
32:24 - Merkin Vineyard / living in Arizona
38:23 - Talking about context and wine
40:09 - Jiu-Jitsu
42:05 - Favorite restaurants
44:28 - Favorite records
45:56 - Underground bands
47:29 - Car speakers / Portlandia
48:40 - Comedians
51:00 - Closing remarks
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Credits
Host Scott Lipps
Edited by Steven Meiers
Music by Robby Hoff
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY
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