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.
Jennie Vee: Coolest Conversations Jan.22.2021
Jan 26, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is bassist, guitarist and singer-songwriter, Jennie Vee. Jennie is a touring member of Eagles of Death Metal and has also shared the stage with Courtney Love. We learn all about her career thus far and her latest single 'Out For Blood' which recently featured as our Coolest Song on Little Steven's Underground Garage. Join Jennie Vee with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Brianna Sig: Coolest Conversation Jan.15.2021
Jan 18, 2021
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This week Manfred's guest is drummer Brianna Sig from the Philly based rock band Soraia. Soraia just released their first single of 2021 'Tight-Lipped', which featured as a recent Coolest Song on Little Steven's Underground Garage. We hear about how the band recorded new music during the current pandemic, how they got creative with online shows and working with their friend Jessie Wagner, on their cover of an Aerosmith song. Join Brianna Sig with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Alice Cooper: Coolest Conversation Jan.08.2021
Jan 11, 2021
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This week Manfred’s guest is shock-rock ‘n’ roll legend Alice Cooper. Alice Cooper just released a cover of Lou Reed/Velvet Undergrounds'Rock ‘N’ Roll', which will feature on the forthcoming album'Detroit Stories' due in Feb of this year. We hear about the many featured artists on the record including Wayne Kramer of the MC5,Mark Farner from Grand Funk to name a few. Alice also mentions working with his long time producer and collaborator Bob Ezrin on the record. Join Alice Cooper with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Sebastian Olsen: Coolest Conversation Jan.01.2021
Jan 06, 2021
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This week Manfred’s guest is Sebastian Olsen of Norway's garage rock band Death by Unga Bunga. The group released the single 'Not Like The Others' back in October and it featured as our first Coolest Song of 2021. The track will be featured on their upcoming album 'Heavy Male Insecurity' due in February of this year. Sebastian discussed the many influences and reoccurring themes on the album and his hopes for 2021. (Hint: it has something to do with live music!) Join Sebastian Olsen with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
David Field: Coolest Conversation 12-25-20
Dec 28, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is David Field, drummer in the LA-based rock band Prima Donna. The group just released a Christmas single 'Mistletoe Blues' which featured as our recent Coolest Song. We hear all about how the band managed to record during the pandemic and about their plans for 2021! Join David Field with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
John Densmore: Featured Coolest Conversation Part 2
Dec 24, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is renowned drummer, author and actor John Densmore. IIn this two-part special we get to know the man behind the drums for the L.A. band The Doors. In part two, we hear more about his latest book The Seekers: Meetings With Remarkable Musicians (and Other Artists), along with his relationships with many artists including his bandmate Robby Krieger and Jay-Z. Join John Densmore with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Morten Henriksen: Coolest Conversation 12-28-20
Dec 22, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is Morten Henriksen, lead singer of the Norwegian bubble gum pop-punk band The Yum Yums. Morten has been a constant on the music scene in Moss Noway for some time. We hear all about his previous bands including TheTwistaroos and Cosmic Dropouts. We also hear about the Yum Yums latest record 'For Those About To Pop' and what's on his Christmas wish-list! Join Morten Henriksen with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
John Densmore: Featured Coolest Conversation Part 1
Dec 17, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is renowned drummer, author and actor John Densmore. IIn this two-part special we get to know the man behind the drums for the L.A. band The Doors. In part one, we hear about his latest book The Seekers: Meetings With Remarkable Musicians (and Other Artists), along with his concept of space and time in music. Tune in next week to hear more from John Densmore with the Might Manfred. Join John Densmore with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Ricky Byrd: Coolest Conversation 12-11-20
Dec 14, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is rock and roll guitarist Ricky Byrd. Ricky has just released his latest solo album 'Sobering Times', following the theme of recovery he dealt with on his 2017 release 'Clean Getaway'. Ricky and Manfred discuss the music and creating the album, we learn about the daily struggles for those dealing with addiction and the importance and impact music can have on those suffering. Join Ricky Byrd with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Mickey Leigh: Coolest Conversations 12-04-20
Dec 07, 2020
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This week Manfred’s guest is NYC rocker, Mickey Leigh. Yes, he's back with another rockin' single on Wicked Cool Records, 'Lost In Space.' Hear all about his latest work, how it almost became a Ramones track and the inspiration he drew from the 1962 movie 'Mutiny on the Bounty'. Join Mickey Leigh with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
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