Role Model: The Rolling Stone Studio
Summary
Rolling Stone’s Brian Hyatt interviews musician Role Model (Tucker Pillsbury) about his new album, *Chuck Timely and the Hourglass*. They discuss his "Lake Pop" aesthetic, influences like Tom Petty and Madonna, and his desire to avoid genre boxes. The conversation also covers his acting debut in a Lena Dunham film, a Dakota Johnson cameo, and his reflections on songwriting and identity.
Topics discussed
Intro: Chasing Midnight anecdote and welcome to Role Model
Defining the sound: Heartland Rock, Lake Pop, and avoiding labels
Navigating the country music crossover and acceptance
Songwriting craft, hooks, and the TikTok debate
Moving on from the 'Sally' bit and live performance changes
Tom Petty influences and the rock vibe of 'For Joy'
Album themes: Quarter-life crisis, therapy, and identity
Breakdown of tracks: Chasing Midnight and Song Is All You Get
Madonna influences and organic production techniques
Recording 'Love U': Drunken vibes and group vocals
Dakota Johnson's cameo on 'Lava' and acting debut
Acting with Natalie Portman and Lena Dunham
Greatest songs ever and hated tracks (Pitbull)
Perfect album sequencing and the 'Role Model' stage name
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