About this Event
Step inside the conversation.
“Fred Talks To…” is a monthly live interview series hosted by legendary music journalist Fred Bronson, bringing audiences face-to-face with the icons, storytellers, and cultural voices who’ve shaped the entertainment world. Set in the elegant, Old Hollywood ambiance of The Velvet Martini Lounge at Vitello’s in Studio City, each event offers a rare, up-close experience you simply won’t find anywhere else.
With a career spanning five decades, Fred Bronson has interviewed some of the biggest names in music and entertainment—Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, ABBA, Smokey Robinson, Carole King, and countless others—through his work with Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Rolling Stone, and the Los Angeles Times. He’s also written for major television events including the American Music Awards and Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, and is the author of multiple bestselling books, including The Billboard Book of Number One Hits.
Now, he brings that same depth, warmth, and insider perspective to the stage—live and unscripted.
And on Dec 5 at 1 PM:
Ron Dante is the legendary voice behind some of pop music's most unforgettable hits. As the lead singer of The Archies, he delivered the vocals on "Sugar, Sugar," Billboard's No. 1 single of 1969. That same year, he achieved the remarkable feat of having two Top 10 hits simultaneously, also singing lead on The Cuff Links' "Tracy." Beyond his success as a recording artist, Dante built an extraordinary career as a record producer, songwriter, and jingle singer. He provided backing vocals on Barry Manilow's iconic hit "Mandy" and produced Manilow's first nine albums, helping shape one of pop music's most successful careers. Today, Dante continues to entertain audiences as the lead singer of The Turtles on their beloved Happy Together tour, bringing more than five decades of musical history and unforgettable stories to the stage.
Following the interview, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a live audience Q&A—because sometimes the best questions come from the room.
Pair it all with a relaxed brunch setting, craft cocktails, and the signature atmosphere of The Velvet Martini Lounge, and you’ve got an afternoon that feels equal parts salon, storytelling session, and backstage pass.
Join us in-person at The Velvet Martini Lounge or virtually with our online streaming ticket. For purchasers of the online streaming option, details will be emailed to you the day before the event with the password to access the stream.
Seats are limited. Conversations like this don’t come around often.
PLEASE NOTE: The Velvet Martini Lounge has a $35 per person food and beverage minimum daily, including during this event.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Velvet Martini Lounge, 4349 Tujunga Avenue, Los Angeles, United States
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