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.
Elliot Easton: Coolest Conversation 02-21-20
Feb 24, 2020
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week Manfred’s guest is Elliot Easton from the bi-costal super-group The Empty Hearts, and lead guitarist in the 80's Boston based band The Cars. Tune in to hear about the latest single from The Empty Hearts, which features none other than Ringo Starr. He also dives into working with the recording process, working with Ed Stasium and his relationship with the late Ric Ocasek. Join Elliot Easton with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Charlie Starr: Coolest Conversations Throwback 01-07-2017
Feb 19, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. Keeping with our country-rock theme this week, we bring you a throwback from 2017 with Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke. Having just released their 5th album 'Like An Arrow', Charlie caught up with Manfred to discuss growing up with Bluegrass music, self-producing the album and their experience on the Outlaw Country Cruise.
Join Charlie Starr with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Eddie Spaghetti: Coolest Conversation 02-14-20
Feb 17, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week Manfred’s guest is Eddie Spaghetti from TheSupersuckers. They're back with another incredible R&R album ''Play That Rock N' Roll'', which featured our recent Coolest Song 'Ain't Gonna Stop'. Having just returned from the Outlaw Country Cruise, Eddie caught up with Manfred to tell us all about recording the album in Willie Nelson's studio, the state of rock n' roll today and the bands plans to tour in 2020. Join Eddie Spaghetti with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Zeek Weekling: Coolest Conversation 02-07-20
Feb 11, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. Our most recent Coolest Conversation features Zeek Weekling from tohse Jersey guys, The Weeklings. No strangers to the Underground Garage, Zeek informed Manfred about the bands latest LP '3', which featured as our Coolest Song. The two dive into the writing and recording process for the album, glammin' up for Vegas, along with Zeek's personal solo career. Join Zeek Weekling with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Tuk Smith: Coolest Conversation Throwback 10-30-15
Feb 06, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. Sticking with our Atlanta, GA theme, this week we're featuring another GA band, The Biters. Tune in with Manfred and his guest Tuk Smith, as they discuss their debut album 'Electric Blood', his favorite Sex Pistol and their featured Coolest Song 'Restless Hearts' (coincidentally the name of Smith's latest band configuration, touring with Def Leppard and Motley Crue summer 2020!) Join Tuk Smith with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Cole Alexander: Coolest Conversation 01-31-20
Feb 03, 2020
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This weeks conversation saw Manfred catch up with his Atlanta counterpart Cole Alexander of The Black Lips. In their latest release "The Black Lips Sing...In A World That's Falling Apart" the band explore their country roots. Cole tells Manfred about the inspiration for the album, their upcoming tour plans and why Waffle house is their favorite road food! Join Cole Alexander with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Joan Jett: Coolest Conversation Throwback 01-04-2019
Jan 29, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week’s throwback is a very special one. It dates back to Jan 4th 2019, to his conversation with Joan Jett and her long-time manager Kenny Laguna. They discuss everything from the beginning of her career to her recent documentary and how her ‘bad reputation’ inspired her craft! Join Joan Jett and Kenny Laguna with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage
Zou Zou Mansour: Coolest Conversation 01-17-20
Jan 27, 2020
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week Manfred’s guest is Zou Zou Mansour, the dynamic lead singer of the Philly based band Soraia. Their latest release ‘Dangerous’ featured as our latest Coolest Song on #LSUG. She tells Manfred all about the track, their upcoming album and they newest member to join the band. Join Zou Zou Mansour with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Barrence Whitfield: Coolest Conversation 07-31-2015
Jan 23, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. For this weeks throwback, we revisit the interview between Manfred and Barrence Whitfield of Barrence Whitfield and the Savages from July 2015. Following the release of their 2015 album Under The Savage Sky, Barrence dives back to the formation of the band, touring with the legendary Sonics and discusses his wacky record collection. Join Barrence Whitfield with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations throwback in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Ryan Hamilton: Coolest Conversation 01-17-20
Jan 21, 2020
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“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s that series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week Manfred’s guest is Texan singer-songwriter, rock n' roller Ryan Hamilton. Having recently released a single 'Can I Get An Amen', Ryan tells Manfred why he's embracing his spirituality, how his religious upbringing has navigated his career and discusses his upcoming UK shows with his band The Harlequin Ghosts. Join Ryan Hamilton with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
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