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.
Tom Petersson: Coolest Conversations Throwback 12-22-17
Dec 12, 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 weeks throwback episode, and the first of our Christmas episodes, we jump back to 2017 to our interview with Tom Petersson, drummer with the Illinois rockers Cheap Trick. Their song 'Merry Christmas Darlings' from their 'Christmas Christmas' albumfeatured our Coolest Song. Tune in to hear all about the record and Petersson's ‘Rock Your Speech’ music therapy foundation.
Join Tom Petersson with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Mike Scott - Coolest Conversations 12-06-19
Dec 09, 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 the iconic Mike Scott, founding member of the iconic Scottish rock band, The Waterboys. Following the release of the bands most recent release, Where The Action Is, Scott and Manfred dive into the creative process in the producing the record, the various influences, from music to literature and his friendship with members of the very iconic 70's rock-punk band, The Clash.
Join Mike Scott with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Little Robert: Coolest Conversations 10-07-16
Dec 05, 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 weeks throwback is with Little Robert of theLittle Richards. The interview aired in October 2016 and the two discussed Roberts relationship with Little Richard, who christened him ‘Little Robert’. The two discuss how the band formed, how yoga has help with his stage performance and much more.... Join Little Robert with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Tegan Quin: Coolest Conversations 11-29-19
Dec 02, 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 Tegan Quinn of the Canadian duo Tegan and Sara. The twins just released their 9th album this September along with their 'Highschool' memoir. Listen in to hear all about what sparked the idea for the project, the process of going through all their old demos and the 'Tegan and Sara Foundation'. Join Tegan Quinn with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
John Pozza: Coolest Conversations Throwback 06-10-16
Nov 27, 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 John Pozza, lead singer with the LA based rockers The Forty Nineteens. Following the release of their 2016 release 'Rebooted', Manfred caught up with John to discuss their influences, how the band 'rebooted' and where they got their name. Join Mark John Pozza with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Andy Shernoff: Coolest Conversation 11-22-19
Nov 26, 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 Andy Shernoff, the driving force behind the legendary New York City band, TheDictators. Andy has also produced, written and played alongside some of the greats, including Ramones and D Generation to name a few. Here he discusses his latest single 'My Imaginary Friend' b/w 'Sweet Joey', about none other than Joey Ramone. Join Andy Shernoff with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Southside Johnny: Coolest Conversations Throwback 09-11-15
Nov 20, 2019
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s a series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. For this week's Coolest Conversation throwback we revisit Manfred's interview with New Jersey legend, Southside Johnny. The two caught up to discuss Southside's 2015 record Soultime. Tune in as they cover everything from his musical influences, working with Little Steven and of course, the infamous Jersey-Shore sound.
Join Southside Johnny with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations throwback in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Kurt Baker: Coolest Conversation 11-15-19
Nov 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 guest is Kurt Baker. The Madrid based frontman and his band, The Kurt Baker Combo are back with a brand new 7" single 'Can't Go Back' b/w 'No Ones Home'. Just back from touring Japan, Kurt caught up with Manfred to discuss his travels, how the audience in Japan compares to his local Spain, and plans for the band in 2020. Join Kurt Baker with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Gerry Roslie: Coolest Conversations Throwback 05-01-15
Nov 13, 2019
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s a series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. For this week's Coolest Conversation throwback we are going back to 2015 to Manfred’s interview with Gerry Roslie, frontmanof the iconic Tacoma Washington based garage-rock band, The Sonics. Tune in to hear what inspired Gerry to dive into the world of rock and roll and their latest work 'This is the Sonics'. Join Gerry Roslie with Mighty Manfred on this Coolest Conversations throwback in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
Diane Gentile: Coolest Conversations 11-08-19
Nov 10, 2019
Show notes
“Coolest Conversations” can be heard every Friday on the Mighty Manfred program SiriusXM Ch.21. It’s a series of interviews with artists who have earned themselves a “Coolest Song In The World” designation. This week Manfred’s guest is Diane Gentile, of the New York City band Diane and The GentleMen. A past manager of NYC's famed Bowery Electric, Gentile now spends her time its stage alongside her band. Tune in to hear all about her recent EP 'Little Things', produced by Jesse Malin, released on his label Velvet Elk records.
Join Diane Gentile with Mighty Manfred on this weeks Coolest Conversations in Little Steven’s Underground Garage.
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