Posts Tagged ‘tamara conniff’
Interview & Performance by Rodriguez; Lance Sloane talks “H +”
The Weekly Comet hosts Tamara Conniff and Jonathan McHugh present an exclusive interview and performance with singer/songwriter Rodriguez, who is the subject of the award-winning documentary “Searching for Sugar Man.” Plus Lance Sloane, head of digital productions for Warner Bros. Digital Distribution, talks about the new digital series “H +.” Sixto Rodriguez’ story is truly…
Read MorePerformance with Rodriguez of “Searching for Sugar Man”
The Weekly Comet hosts Tamara Conniff and Jonathan McHugh present an exclusive performance with singer/songwriter Rodriguez, who is the subject of the award-winning documentary “Searching for Sugar Man.” Sixto Rodriguez’ story is truly inspirational. A native of Detroit, in the 1970s he recorded two albums which went largely unnoticed in the U.S. He hung up…
Read MoreThe Weekly Comet – Live Music Every Thursday
Welcome to The Weekly Comet, hosted by Jonathan McHugh and Tamara Conniff. Each week we give you the low down on what’s happening in the world of music from the latest news to all the must see shows, what’s hot, what’s not–we got you covered. We showcase the hottest new bands and upcoming acts, premiere…
Read MoreInterview with Artist & Director Nick Egan
Artist, director and punk rocker Nick Egan sits down with co-host Tamara Conniff and KRCW DJ Jason Kramer to talk about his transition from album art, to fashion, to music video director, to feature director. Nick tells stories of working with the Clash, Oasis, Duran Duran, Bow Wow Wow, Iggy Pop, among others. Plus, he…
Read MoreThe Dirty Heads’ Jared Watson and Singer/Songwriter Keaton Simons
Co-hosts Tamara Conniff and Jonathan McHugh welcome Jared Watson of the Dirty Heads, who talks about the band’s new album “Cabin By The Sea,” and singer & songwriter Keaton Simons who performs two songs including “Beautiful Pain.” Plus, Jason Kramer is back with his Pick of the Week. Jared Watson, lead singer of of hip-hop,…
Read More“Rock of Ages” Music Supervisor Matt Sullivan & The Heavy Guilt
Co-host Tamara Conniff welcomes Grammy-nominated music supervisor Matt Sullivan who reveals the secrets to 80s romp “Rock of Ages” and indie rockers The Heavy Guilt who tear down the house. In the news: Justin Bieber has two top 10s on the Ultimate Chart; Lady Gaga and Madonna go to war; Whitney Houston and Jordin Sparks…
Read MoreComposer Kevin Manthei & Beach Rockers The Miracals
Co-hosts Tamara Conniff and Jonathan McHugh welcome film, TV and video game composer Kevin Manthei and “beach rock” trio The Miracals. In the news: Justin Bieber protégé Carly Rae Jepsen’s has finally stolen the No. 1 spot from Gotye on the Ultimate Chart. Plus American Idol winner Phillip Phillips’ first single “Home” bows in at…
Read MoreComposer Inon Zur and Electro Pop Act Maniac
Co-hosts Tamara Conniff and Jonathan McHugh welcome film, TV and video game composer Inon Zur and electro pop rockers Maniac. Plus KCRW DJ Jason Kramer reveals his pick of the week, The Neighbourhood. In the news: It’s hard to believe that it’s been 25 years since Michael Jackson’s “Bad” was released. In honor of the…
Read More“Revenge” composer iZler answers your tweets!
In a bonus post show edition of The Weekly Comet, Tamara and John sit down with iZler to address the twittersphere’s question about the hit show Revenge. iZler is a rock star turned composer whose credits include Humboldt County, Revenge, and Shameless. In this edition, he talks about the differences between scoring films and television,…
Read MoreInterview with composer iZler
Tamara and John sit down with iZler, fresh off his win at the BMI awards for his work on Revenge. iZler is a rock star turned composer whose credits include Humboldt County, Revenge, and Shameless.
Read MoreiZler, “Revenge,” Early Morning Rebel
In the news: Goyte’s “Somebody That I Used To Know” holds at No 1, while Rihanna’s “Where Have You Been” jumps from No. 88 to No. 8 on the Ultimate Chart. Lots of reality TV movement: Britney Spears and Demi Lovato have joined “X Factor” while Jennifer Lopez told Ellen DeGeneres she may not be…
Read MoreClip of the Week with Jason Kramer
The Weekly Comet mainstay KCRW DJ Jason Kramer is back with his Pick of the Week: Keaton Henson. During this segment Tamara has a laughing fit and starts to cry. You have to watch to find out why.
Read MoreThe Weekly Comet – John Anderson of Hunnypot Unlimited
Hunnypot Unlimited ringmaster John Anderson brought his own party to The Weekly Comet, complete with himself, a posse, a bar, a band, and the video to LMFAO’s remix of Far East Movement’s “Live My Life” featuring Justin Bieber! He divulges how Hunnypot started out as a music supervisor/A&R party and turned into an indie music…
Read MoreMadonna in the News
The material girl strikes yet again. Madonna is no stranger to controversy–from the burning crosses in the “Like a Prayer” music video to her very sexually charged performances, Madonna often faces criticism for her behavior. This time her primary critic is DJ DeadMau5, who denounced her sly reference to doing ecstasy at Miami’s Ultra Music Festival.…
Read MoreElan Atias is Interviewed and Performs “We Are”
Singer and songwriter Elan Atias performs “We Are” off his new album also entitled “We Are” on The Weekly Comet. Elan discusses what is was like being the lead singer of The Wailers, the reggae band formed by the members of Bob Marley & The Wailers after Bob Marley’s death. Currently, Elan has released two…
Read MoreJon Joins the Show from SXSW!
Jon checks in from this year’s South by Southwest to share information about the hottest artists, great performances, delicious Texan barbecue and more. Everyone from Kanye West, Big Sean, Bruce Springsteen and Dr. John to indie bands like Of Monsters and Men and Alabama Shakes to the punk/country fusion band Lucero get a mention in…
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