Lipps Service with Scott Lipps Pierce The Veil
Mar 23, 2025
Vic Fuentes and Jaime Preciado of Pierce The Veil dive into their journey from MySpace fame to headlining gigs at major venues like Madison Square Garden. They reminisce about their early days in the San Diego music scene, the chaotic hustle of Warped Tour, and their viral hit 'King For A Day' on TikTok. The duo also shares personal stories about their creative processes, spooky recording experiences in New Orleans, and their love for grunge influences. Expect laughs, nostalgic moments, and a heartfelt connection to their fans!
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High-Vocal Style As Scene Currency
- Vic says the scene pushed singers to hit extreme high notes, making vocal range a competitive hallmark.
- He now finds those parts very difficult to sing but values that era as authentic to the band’s sound.
Warped Tour As Rock 'n' Roll College
- Warped Tour taught them hustle: chalking logos, handing out merch, and unloading trucks at dawn.
- They credit Kevin Lyman and the tour's atmosphere with shaping their work ethic and band brotherhood.
Collaborate Only When The Song Needs It
- Approach collaborations only when a song genuinely needs another voice and it feels organic.
- Build relationships first and collaborate from fandom, not streaming calculus.
