Posts Tagged ‘tamara conniff’

iZler, “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…

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Interview 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.

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“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,…

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Composer 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…

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Composer 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…

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The 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,…

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Interview 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…

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The 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…

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Performance 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…

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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…

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Rodriguez – Sugar Man (LIVE)

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…

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Composer Adam Peters and Troubadour Steve Potlz

The Weekly Comet hosts Tamara Conniff & Jonathan McHugh welcome “Savages” composer Adam Peters and singer & songwriter Steve Poltz on their special show and after party celebrating the one year anniversary of the show! Adam Peters, former rhythm master of Echo and the Bunnymen, talks about his new score to the Oliver Stone film…

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Steve Poltz – Conversations with the Moon (LIVE)

Watch the full episode with another performance & interview here: http://www.empowerme.tv/?p=3810 Singer and songwriter Steve Poltz joins The Weekly Comet to perform “Conversations with the Moon”. His music – as both a solo artist and with cult legends the Rugburns – has topped the charts. Steve’s new album “Noineen Noiny Noin” was just released by…

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