Little Steven’s Underground Garage – Coolest Conversations
Little Steven’s Underground Garage – Coolest Conversations presented by Hard Rock Cafe are a series of interviews with The Mighty Manfred (frontman and driving force behind Garage Rock band The Woggles) and artists who have been chosen by Little Steven Van Zandt as the “Coolest Song In The World This Week” in Little Steven’s Underground Garage. Past guests have included Tom Petty, Alice Cooper, Joan Jett, Carlos Santana, and many more.
Coolest Conversations airs live every Friday at 2:00 PM ET on SiriusXM Ch. 21 and is posted online that Monday.
Every Wednesday a “Coolest Conversation” from the past is posted too.
Imelda May: Coolest Conversation March.26.21
Mar 30, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is Irish singer-songwriter Imelda May. Imelda began her career in music at the tender age of 16 and is known for her musical style of rockabilly revival. During the interview, we hear about life in Dublin where her music career began, her writing style and how she ended up working with some of the most prolific names in music today including Jeff Beck and Ronnie Wood. Join Imelda May with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversation in Little Steven's Underground Garage.
Mike Campbell: Coolest Conversation March.19.21
Mar 24, 2021
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This weeks guest is acclaimed guitarist, songwriter and record producer Mike Campbell. Campbell garnered a reputation as Tom Petty’s right-hand man in the Heartbreakers. He also plays with the band The Dirty Knobs who recently had the Coolest Song with 'Wreckless Abandon'. We hear about the band, their forthcoming album and his time with the Heartbreakers. Join Mike Campbell with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversation in Little Steven's Underground Garage.
Jen D'angora: Coolest Conversation March.12.21
Mar 16, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is Jen D'angora of the Boston based group The Shang Hi Los. Jen has been making waves on the Boston music scene for many years in many groups including the Downbeat 5, Jenny Dee & The Deelinquents andmore recently The Shang Hi Los. We hear about how the band formed, playing with Hilton Valentine and the bands upcoming album to be released later this year. Join Jen D'angora with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversation in Little Steven's Underground Garage.
Marc Ribler: Coolest Conversation March.05.21
Mar 08, 2021
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This week our guest is singer-songwriter, musician and producer Marc Ribler. Marc is known in Little Steven's Underground Garage as acting music director of Little Steven's Disciples of Soul, since 2016. The two worked together on Darlene Love's 2015 comeback album 'Introducing Darlene Love' and have remained close ever since. Marc has just released his debut single 'Shattered' on Wicked Cool Records and tells us all about writing the album, co-producing with Little Stevie and his upcoming album 'The Whole World Awaits You'. Join Marc Ribler with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversation in Little Steven's Underground Garage.
Bobby Rush: Coolest Conversation Special
Mar 04, 2021
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For this special episode, we are delighted to bring you our very own Mighty Manfred in conversation with legendary blues musician Bobby Rush. Bobby has been making music since the 1940s and called Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker friends. Tune in to hear about his life growing up in Louisiana and Chicago, working alongside Eddie Murphy in the 2019 movie Dolemite Is My Name and his many other accomplishments throughout his life, including a recent Grammy Nomination for his 2020 album “Rawer Than Raw,". Join Bobby Rush with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Tommy Boy: Coolest Conversation Feb.26.21
Mar 01, 2021
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This week's Coolest Conversation interview is with Tommy Boy of the Swedish garage rock band Stupidity The band have been long time contributors to our Coolest Song feature on Little Steven's Underground Garage over the past 15 years and they're back with their latest single 'Save Me'. The single is a teaser for their upcoming album which will be released later this year. Tune in to hear all about the album, the latest additions to the band and working with Keith Streng of The Fleshtones on their latest project. Join Tommy Boy with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Bob Wojciechowski: Coolest Conversation Feb.19.21
Feb 22, 2021
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This week's Coolest Conversation interview is with Bob Wojciechowsk of the New Jersey-based group The Insomniacs. Bob has recently joined forces with a fellow Jersey gal Palmyra Delran and the Doppel Gang for their latest single 'Lucky In Love'. Bob tells Manfred about joining the group, working on the latest recording through 2020 and about the future plans for this own band The Insomniacs. Join Bob Wojciechowsk with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Danny Dunlap: Coolest Conversation Feb.12.21
Feb 17, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is Danny Dunlap of the Austin, Texas based band Gentlemen Rogues. The group have been making music for over 10 years and their latest release 'Do The Resurrection!' featured as our recent Coolest Song. Danny opens up about the changing scene in Austin, how the band came together and we learn about the band's upcoming releases. Join Danny Dunlap with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Mattia Baretta: Coolest Conversation Feb.05.21
Feb 09, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is Mattia Baretta of the Milano, rock band Radio Days. Radio Days have previously contributed a Coolest Song back in 2013, and their recent Coolest Song 'I Got A Love', is featured on their 5th album 'Rave On'. Mattia is the group's bassist and provides backing vocals on many tracks. He tells Manfred all about life in Italy during pandemic times, creating the album and the band's plan for the future. Join Mattia Baretta with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
'Muck' Evan Shore: Coolest Conversation Jan.29.21
Feb 02, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is 'Muck' Evan Shore from the Boston based garage rock band Muck & the Mires. Muck and Mires have a long time relationship with Little Steven's Underground Garage as the band were co-winners of the first national Little Steven's Underground Garage Battle of the Bands which aired on MTV in 2004. We caught up with Muck following the release of their latest album "Greetings From Muckingham Palace". We hear from Muck about creating the album along with music videos during pandemic times. Join 'Muck' Evan Shore with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
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