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.
Jeff Beck: Coolest Conversation Throwback 07-15-16
Jan 16, 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 our throwback dates to July 2016 when Manfred spoke to the legendary Jeff Beck. Following the release of his 11th studio album 'Loud Hailer'. The two chatted about the album, working with Stevie Wonder on 'Superstitious' and Jeff's first guitar (which he made when he was just 10!) Join Jeff Beck with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Bill Barbot: Coolest Conversations 01-10-20
Jan 13, 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 Bill Barbot of the Washington D.C. band, Foxhall Stacks. The band's debut album 'The Coming Collapse', released late last year featured our latest Coolest Song in the World 'The Reckoning.' Tune in to hear all about the band coming together, the production of the album and the time Bill saw Elvis! Join Bill Barbot with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
LaVerne Shank: Coolest Conversation Throwback 01-08-16
Jan 09, 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 throwback dates to 2016, to Mighty Manfred's interview with LaVerne Shank of the L.A. band The Cherry Drops. Following the release of their second album, ‘Life Is a Bowl of Cherry Drops’, the two discuss the songwriting process, working with Ron Dante on the album and a feature track with someone 'Mighty'! Join LaVerne Shank with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Michael Monroe: Coolest Conversation 01-03-2020
Jan 06, 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 the Finnish rocker Michael Monroe. He's been rocking since his daysin Hanoi Rocks, now he's back with another album, One Man Gang. He fills Manfred in on his New Years resolutions, his travels in Japan and working with Slash. Join Michael Monroe with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Kelly Ogden: Coolest Conversation Throwback 01-05-2015
Jan 01, 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 weeks throwback dates back to 2015 with Kelly Ogden of The Dollyrots. Following the release of their 5th studio album, Kelly caught up with Manfred to discuss how the band formed, her experience on Look out and Blackheart records and how being a parent has changed touring life (for the better!) Join Kelly Ogden with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Jennie Vee: Coolest Conversations 12-27-19
Dec 30, 2019
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 Jennie Vee. She collaborated with our very own Slim Jim Phantom on this weeks Coolest Song ‘Have a Rockabilly Christmas’She tells us all about her Rockabilly Christmas, how the Coolest song came to form, touring with Death Eagles & her solo work. Join Jennie Vee with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Jeff Walls: Coolest Conversations Throwback 12-19-14
Dec 25, 2019
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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 as it features the late Jeff Wall, the 'Fleshammer’, of the Atlanta, GA based band, The Woggles, which features our host Mighty Manfred.Dating back to 2014, the bandmates discuss Jeff’s musical upbringing, joining the band and their Christmas release, Santa is coming Ho Ho Ho! Join Jeff Walls with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Dave Feldman: Coolest Conversation 12-20-19
Dec 23, 2019
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 Dave Feldman, lead singer of the the New York rockers, Wyldlife. The band have just released their second 7” EP of 2019, which features our Coolest Song in the World, 'Another NY Christmas (Piss The Season)'. Manfred and Dave discuss their latest project, the bands recent shows and Dave’s favorite Christmas gift! Join Dave Feldman with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Nicole Laurenne: Coolest Conversations Throwback 12-18-15
Dec 18, 2019
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 throwback is from 2015 with Nicole Laurenne. A familiar name in LSUG, Nicole is a lead singer with the Love Me Nots, and more recently The Darts. Tune in to hear all about the Love Me Nots cover of Elvis' Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me, and a guest appearance from someone very special. Ho! Ho! Ho! Join Nicole Laurenne with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Dave Sardy: Coolest Conversations 12-13-19
Dec 16, 2019
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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 record producer Dave Sardy, who has worked with countlessartists featured on LSUG. More recently, he has worked with The Who on their latest work WHO. Listen in to hear all about working in the studio with Rick Rubin, his upcoming projects and creating the latest record with The Who. Join Dave Sardy with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
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