20 YEARS OF PIP (Part 2) • featuring Chris Glasson & Buddy Peace! #683
Summary
Scroobius Pip joins guests Chris and Buddy to reminisce about early career milestones, including live slideshow performances and a controversial nude art project. The trio discusses the end of Pip’s musical partnership with Dan Le Sac, his award-winning radio show on XFM, and how he built connections with US artists like Sage Francis. They also touch on Pip’s transition into podcasting and acting, reflecting on the evolution of his career from underground rap to mainstream success.
Topics discussed
Intro: Acast ad and Episode 683 Part 2 setup
Early rap act: Slideshows and the 'Pip' identity art project
Live performances: Scratch skills and headlining Latitude festival
Industry dynamics: A&R interactions and the 'Grizzly Bear' freestyle
Song analysis: 'You Will See Me' and breakup themes
The end of Scroobius Pip & Dan Le Sac: Tensions and touring fatigue
Solo career: 'Just a Rascal' and the 'We Are Lizards' club nights
Radio career: XFM show, stammer, and interviewing Grandmaster Flash
Building a fanbase: Sage the Gemini, remixes, and US connections
DJing memories: Venues, handwriting, and aggressive audience members
Podcast origins: Joe Rogan's influence and starting with Episode 2
The Drunk Cast: Hardcore Listening, Zoom episodes, and Ramesh
Outro: Acast advertising benefits
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