Cole Haden of Model/Actriz and The Molotovs
This is a two-part episode: the first interview with Cole Haden of Model/Actriz and the second interview with The Molotovs!Cole Haden of Model/ActrizOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott Lipps sits down with Cole Haden, the magnetic lead singer of blistering noise rock band Model/Actriz. The conversation spans the band’s meteoric rise, from sold-out shows in Brooklyn to high-profile festival appearances, such as Coachella. Cole opens up about the band's beginnings in Boston, the members’ time at Berklee College of Music, and the evolution of the band’s distinctive sound: raw, theatrical, and defiantly unorthodox. They dive into the origins of the band’s name, their unique approach to performance, and what it means to create music without traditional melody or chords. With a candid discussion about identity and vulnerability in lyricism, Cole offers an unfiltered look into both the personal and artistic layers of Model/Actriz. The episode also touches on dream collaborations, chaotic live moments, working with Miley Cyrus, and shoutouts to iconic influences like Gwen Stefani, Grace Jones, and Last Gaga. The interview concludes with Cole listing his top 5 frontmen/women and his favorite NYC-bred artists. Tune into an insightful chat with Cole Haden of Model/Actriz! For more incredible rock 'n' roll interviews, hit the subscribe button, and also check out Lipps Service with Scott Lipps podcasts on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast player. CREDITS (Instagram handles) Host @scottlipps Produced by @whitakermarisa Edited by @toastycakes Music by @robbyhoff Recorded at Fringe Podcasts NYC 0:00:00 - Start 0:00:12 - Sold out Brooklyn shows0:00:33 - Coachella 0:01:49 - Formation in Boston0:02:17 - Band name origins0:03:40 - Berklee School of Music0:04:28 - Childhood friends0:04:55 - Berklee/Boston scene 0:05:35 - Aerosmith 0:05:59 - Creating a band with “no melody and no chords” 0:06:30 - A flair for the theatrics0:07:33 - Musical influences 0:08:28 - Peter Pan 0:09:08 - Christopher Guest0:09:30 - Spinal Tap0:09:50 - Band chemistry 0:10:52 - Death Grips0:11:31 - Being considered “A New York band”0:12:30 - 10 years of Model / Actriz0:13:20 - Costume changes 0:13:30 - Playing festivals vs shows 0:14:41 - Versatility of band name 0:16:30 - Defining the sound of Model/Actriz0:16:48 - Lady Gaga0:18:00 - Stage theatrics0:18:46 - Letters on Lady Gaga’s concert 0:20:17 - Growing up in a conservative area0:20:44 - Family support0:21:00 - Chrismukkah 0:23:16 - Karaoke 0:24:08 - New album, Pirouette0:24:21 - Meaning behind “Cinderella”0:24:40 - Accepting identity and femininity 0:26:46 - Vulnerability through lyricism 0:28:08 - Making a noise rock album0:29:08 - Meaning of “Pirouette” 0:29:50 - What to expect at a Model/Actriz show 0:31:21 - On working with Miley Cyrus 0:33:34 - Dream collaborations0:35:03 - Upcoming tours0:35:57 - Craziest live show moment0:39:34 - Top 5 frontmen/women0:39:53 - Gwen Stefani0:42:49 - Fred Schnieder 0:43:45 - Grace Jones0:44:23 - Top 5 New York artists 0:45:13 - Scissor Sisters0:49:00 - Frost Children0:50:35 - Talking Heads–––––––––––––––––––––––––The MolotovsOn this episode of Lipps Service, Scott welcomes the explosive sibling punk trio The Molotovs for a raw and raucous conversation about their rise in the modern rock scene. The band shares what it’s like playing shows across the US, how being siblings affects their dynamic, and the early influences that shaped their sound, from growing up with hairdresser parents to discovering bands like Green Day. They talk about their journey from busking on the streets of London to sharing stages with legends like Iggy Pop and Paul Cook of the Sex Pistols. With stories of gritty street performances during lockdown, unexpected support from punk royalty, and climbing to #1 on the UK physical charts, the band opens up about their passion, persistence, and the rebirth of rock in today’s music landscape. Scott delves into their thoughts on the meaning of punk rock, shares their strangest gigs, recounts the craziest tour experiences, and recounts some weird fan encounters. To close, the Molotovs reveal their top punk albums and funniest sibling fights. Tune into an electric chat with one of the UK’s best punk projects today – The Molotovs!0:00:00 - Start0:00:08 - Playing in the US0:00:59 - Pros and cons of being a sibling duo0:03:23 - Early influences0:04:23 - Hairdresser parents0:04:39 - Green Day0:05:10 - Record Store Day0:06:00 - Kevin Roland0:06:20 - Breaking through in America0:07:55 - The Libertines0:08:58 - “A long way from home”0:09:19 - The origins of The Molotovs0:11:13 - From busking to opening for Iggy Pop0:13:34 - London street crowds0:15:29 - Busking during COVID0:16:57 - Support from music legends (Green Day, Blondie, Sex Pistols)0:17:43 - Performing with Paul Cook0:19:25 - The Sex Pistols0:21:46 - Number 1 on the UK physical chart0:23:02 - The resurgence of Rock0:24:27 - Mainstream music0:26:10 - The strangest gig 0:28:08 - Craziest tour moment0:31:03 - CBGB fest0:34:00 - Media in today's world0:35:29 - Tour and creating content0:38:18 - Capturing energy on the new album0:39:43 - The meaning of punk rock0:42:37 - Weirdest fan interaction0:45:02 - Top 5 punk rock albums0:49:35 - Anarchy in the UK0:51:13 - Top 3 sibling fights
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