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Little Steven's Underground Garage - Coolest Conversations

Coolest Conversations with the Mighty Manfred:
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Green Day
Asbury Park
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Christmas
Saviors
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Auld Lang Syne
Armageddon
Beatles
Kevin Bow
Marvelous 3
Christmas Must Be Tonight
Ronnie and the Savoys
The Blips
Rob Cavallo
The Weeklings
Recovery
Spinal Stroke

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, Jo... more

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The Mighty Manfred's guest this week is Michael Monroe! "Rockin' Horse" was a recent Coolest Song in the World. Join Michael Monroe and The Mighty Manfred for this episode of Coolest Conversations, presented by Hard Rock

The Mighty Manfred's guest is Andy Babiuk! The Chesterfield Kings' version of "White Christmas" was a recent Coolest Song in the World. Join The Mighty Manfred and Andy Babiuk for this week's Coolest Conversation, presented by Hard Rock

The Mighty Manfred's guest is Bobby Mahoney! Bobby's single "Smoke and Drive" is out now on Wicked Cool Records. Join the Mighty Manfred and Bobby Mahoney for this week's Coolest Conversation, presented by Hard Rock

The Mighty Manfred's guest this week is Sal Baglio of The Peppermint Kicks! "Little Doll (Piccola Pupa)" is a recent Coolest Song in the World. Join The Mighty Manfred and Sal Baglio for this week's Coolest Conversation, presented by Hard Rock

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Sal Baglio
Boston music scene veteran and guitarist in The Peppermint Kicks
The Peppermint Kicks
Episode: 20: Sal Baglio: Coolest Conversation 12/29/25
Slim Jim Phantom
Founding member and drummer of the Stray Cats, known for their rockabilly style.
Stray Cats
Episode: 17: Slim Jim Phantom: Coolest Conversation 12/2/25
Glenn Page
Guitarist and lead vocalist in The Len Price 3
The Len Price 3
Episode: 14: Glenn Page: Coolest Conversation 11/14/25
Eddie Angel
Founding guitarist of Los Straitjackets
Los Straitjackets
Episode: 12: Eddie Angel: Coolest Conversation 10/13/25
Jesse Dayton
Guitarist, songwriter, and producer from Austin, Texas
Texas Headhunters
Episode: 11: Jesse Dayton: Coolest Conversation 10/13/25
Tommy Boy
Drummer of the contemporary Swedish garage rock band Stupidity
Stupidity
Episode: 10: Tommy Boy: Coolest Conversation 10/2/25
Steve Berlin
Saxophone player and keyboardist in Los Lobos
Los Lobos
Episode: 9: Steve Berlin: Coolest Conversation 9/29/25
Raul Pacheco
Founding member and guitarist of Ozomatli
Ozomatli
Episode: 8: Raul Pacheco: Coolest Conversation 9/24/25
Chip Z'nuff
Founding member and bassist of Enuff Z'nuff
Enuff Z'nuff
Episode: 7: Chip Z'nuff: Coolest Conversation 9/3/25

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The Mighty Manfred
Host and frontman of the garage rock band The Woggles, engaging in conversations with guests about their music careers and personal experiences.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
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    CJK3001
    United States5 years ago
  • Manfred brings the Cool!

    I save these podcasts up so I can listen to them in bunches when I have long travel times in my car or on planes. They are never short on "a-ha!" moments or laughs. If you've always wanted to be a "fly on the wall" in the studio during the creation of your favorite songs by your favorite artists, this is as close as it comes. The dulcet tones of show host the Mighty Manfred (lead singer of garage-rock band The Woggles) makes you feel like he's sitting right beside you in your car with whoever... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AustinHough
    United States6 years ago

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Reviews often highlight the nostalgic aspects of the stories shared, appealing to fans of classic and rock music heritage.
Listeners enjoy the intimate and authentic interviews, often describing them as 'fireside chats' that offer candid insights into the music world.

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20: Sal Baglio: Coolest Conversation 12/29/25
Q: How does the age difference between you and Dan influence your music and your conversations?
Sal noted that their different perspectives enrich their music and conversations, as he reminisces about bands like The Beatles while Dan brings his influences from The Clash.
20: Sal Baglio: Coolest Conversation 12/29/25
Q: What was the inspiration behind your Coolest Song in the World, Little Doll, Piccolo Poopa?
The song's inspiration came from Sal's childhood memories, particularly watching the Ed Sullivan Show and the cultural significance of a young Italian singer.
20: Sal Baglio: Coolest Conversation 12/29/25
Q: What was the process of putting together the album Pop Rocks and My Chewing Gum?
Sal shared that they primarily used home recordings, sending tracks to the drummer in Nashville, with Dan handling mixing and mastering.
20: Sal Baglio: Coolest Conversation 12/29/25
Q: Can you tell me about how you and Dan Kopko know each other?
Sal Baglio explained that he met Dan Kopko at a gig in 2019 after being impressed by Dan's band Watts, which led to a collaboration during the pandemic.
18: Butch Walker: Coolest Conversation 12/8/25
Q: What about another full-length album next year? Is there going to be another full-length?
We're taking a break from reunion shows next year because we want to avoid wearing out our welcome and need time to gather new ideas for a potential record.

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This podcast features a series of in-depth interviews hosted by a seasoned musician, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the lives of various prominent artists selected as the "Coolest Song In The World This Week." The conversations are rich in storytelling, covering personal journeys, musical influences, and the creative processes behind their work. Guests range from legendary figures to emerging talents, highlighting a diverse array of genres within music, particularly rock and its subcultures. The intimate format makes listeners feel like fly-on-the-wall participants in authentic discussions about music and life experiences.

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4. Eddie Angel
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