Gavin Rossdale talks Bush’s impact on fans! his relationship with Bowie! and writing Glycerine!

On this episode, Scott is joined by Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale! The longtime friends begin the episode with a discussion about Bush’s recent Empire State Building performance, and their first collection of greatest hits. They also talk about the stories behind songs like “Glycerine,” life on the road, and Bush’s relationship with their fanbase. Throughout the conversation, Gavin provides insight into his songwriting routine, and reflects on Bush’s storied career and legacy. He also touches on his recent personal projects, such as an upcoming cooking show. And, of course, the episode closes with some of Gavin’s Top 5s, including his top 5 L.A. restaurants and top 5 rock frontmen. Tune in for an insightful and fun discussion with Gavin Rossdale!

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CREDITS (Instagram handles)
Host @ScottLipps
Edited by @toastycakes
Music by @Robby_hoff
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NY

00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Catching up
04:50 - Spending time in New York
05:45 - Empire State Building performance
07:06 - Bush’s greatest hits record
08:35 - Bush’s impact on fans
10:32 - Taking ten years to make it
12:05 - Self-doubt
15:30 - Gavin’s songwriting routine
17:00 - Gavin’s relationship with Bowie, Bono, etc.
20:04 - The Sphere/Vegas
22:13 - Highs and lows of Gavin’s career
24:10 - The ‘90s
26:05 - Clubs versus bigger venues
27:05 - Gavin’s music taste
29:00 - The story behind Glycerine
33:28 - Bush’s relationship with Alice In Chains
35:00 - Bush’s relationship with grunge
37:25 - Underrated Bush tracks
38:55 - Playing the hits live
43:32 - Gavin’s feelings about touring
45:00 - Gavin’s cooking show
47:25 - Top 5 L.A. restaurants
51:24 - Top 5 frontmen