On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with multi-platinum singer/songwriter Stephen Sanchez as he steps into a brand new era with his 2026 single “Sweet Love.”
Stephen opens up about the inspiration behind the song — written about his grandparents’ enduring love — and the heartfelt video shot inside their home, where he first fell in love with music through his grandfather’s record collection. From themes of love in all its forms to navigating the pressure of a sophomore album, Stephen shares what this new chapter means to him.The conversation moves from his recent engagement and taking time off, to the weight of following up Angel Face, to surreal moments playing alongside Elton John and Paul McCartney. He also talks about The Beach Boys, Lana Del Rey, John Stamos, heartfelt fan stories, and the inspirations and process behind the new record.
00:36 on the new record
3:06 on his engagement
7:50 on the theme of love, love, love
11:12 on taking time off
12:25 on the pressures of a sophomore album
16:20 on playing with Elton John and Paul McCartney
22:37 on The Beach Boys and John stamos
23:54 on Lana Del ray
25:25 on heartfelt fan stories
27:00 on the new records inspirations
31:15 on this record's process
35:18 on the set list
36:5 top 5 artists that time forgot
41:11 on a perfect record
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