Jeff Duran

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Jeff Duran

Jeff hosting Duran Show 2009
Born Jeffrey Dandurand
Arcadia, California, U.S.[1]
Nationality American
Occupation Radio personality, dj, musician, stand-up, actor, producer, rapper, writer
Influenced by Andrew Dice Clay, Sam Kinison, Rodney Dangerfield
Website
www.jeffdandurand.com

Jeff Dandurand (born February 13, 1974),[2] mostly known as Jeff Duran, is an American Radio Personality, Comedian, Musician, [3] and former child actor who is based in Los Angeles, California.

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[edit] Early career

[edit] Child actor

Dandurand's mother was the first to nurture his creative aspirations and began taking him on auditions by the time he was 11.[4] Dandurand was able to obtain management and sign with the Savage Agency, which resulted in bit parts on television and in film.[5] Jeff Duran began his career as a child actor[6] appearing in one episode of Tough Cookies, a short-lived sitcom that starred Robby Benson.[7] Jeff's role as "kid auto thief" was omitted from the theatrical release of No Man's Land,[8] a 1987 film starring Charlie Sheen and then unknown Brad Pitt who played a "waiter".[9] According to IMDB, Jeff also appeared in Twilight Zone and the ABC series The Wonder Years episodes: "Math Class" (1989) and "Rock and Roll" (1990) as Jeff Dandurand.[6][10] In 1989, Jeff was cast as one of "Lil Dave's" friends by Penelope Spheeris in a video for the group Megadeth.[11] Dandurand’s last appearance as a child actor was in the ABC sitcom Step By Step.[12]

[edit] Radio

On Southern California radio, Jeff has been most-known as the "rock and roll junkie." At KLSX, KCXX and KIXA, Dandurand would urge callers to stump the junkie on his vast music knowledge, with the listener normally losing to challenge. Jeff has since retired stump the junkie, but includes the "rock and roll junkie" sound bite on the Duran Show.[13] Jeff began his radio career at KCLB 93.7 in Palm Springs, California where he worked from 1994 through 1995. To get back on the air, Dandurand paid out of his pocket to host a radio show called L.A. Rock Scene.[14] This led to full time work at KIXA, a small rock station in Victorville, California.

Jeff Duran shown above hosting Metalblitz on KLSX 97.1 in Los Angeles

Jeff caught a break hosting "Metalblitz Radio" on KLSX, an FM talk station in Los Angeles that also carried The Howard Stern Show.[15] "Metalblitz Radio" was funded by MUSICBLITZ Records, a web based label, and became the subject of high profile articles and a sold out live show. Jeff appeared on an episode of the Late Late Show[16] as a result of his weekly show. Although the show had good ratings for KLSX, "Metalblitz Radio" was dropped when MUSICBLITZ Records folded in 2001.[17]

“Duran” resurfaced in Riverside, working for KCXX an alternative rock station.[18] At KCXX, Jeff worked his way from weekend announcer to Morning Drive co host.[19] This led to a solo morning gig at active rock station KKXX-FM in Bakersfield. In January 2006, Jeff returned to Los Angeles to resume his comedy career.[20]

Duran has worked as a radio personality on:

[edit] Duran Show

In 2007, Dandurand returned to radio as afternoon drive host on modern rock station KKZQ in Palmdale, California. Shortly after, a feud erupted between Jeff and morning show host Fathead. Both traded insults until he challenged Fathead to a one mile race. The feud eventually got settled with both DJs running for charity at a local water park. Even though he lost, Jeff ran on behalf of the March of Dimes in honor of a friend's baby who was born with a heart defect.[21]

Many guests appeared on the Duran Show, including Lady Gaga, who would frequent the show before becoming an international phenomenon.[22]

On February 7, 2011 Dandurand parted ways with KKZQ after three years on air. Dandurand shifted focus on his label Pop Roxx Records and comedy/music tour to support his latest CD How Embarrassing.[23]

On December 11, 2011 Coupe De Grace-Best of Duran Show 2007-2011 [24]was released. The album includes exclusive interviews with Lady Gaga, Jeffree Star, Rob Halford, Breathe Carolina and Shuggie Otis.

On December 29, 2011 The Greatest Radio DJ Alive, [25] a biography about Jeff Duran was released.

As of January 2012, Jeff hosts the Duran Show in conjunction with Paparazzi-daily Radio and Hip Hope Dope.com.[26] The later was inspired by a popular mixtape produced by Duran that featured Eminem and Lil Wayne. [27]

[edit] Stand up

[edit] JJ Star

Duran Performing As Jeff "JJ Star" Duran

Jeff's presence on radio helped his edgy stand up act,[28] opening for the likes of Carlos Mencia, Pauly Shore, Dave Attell and Doug Stanhope. Dandurand started performing stand up at age 19 under the pseudonym "JJ Star",[29][30] alongside comedians Jamie Kennedy, Dane Cook and Brian Holtzman in Los Angeles. In a 2006 television appearance, Jeff told host Denise Ames that he created JJ Star to be the "most outrageous comedian of all time."[30] Dandurand now records and performs under the moniker Jeff "JJ Star" Duran, which is a combination of his mainstream and racy personas.

How Embarrassing is the latest CD/DVD project from Jeff "JJ Star" Duran, released March 9, 2011 and featured Lady Gaga.[31] The album inspired a documentary called Belligerence - The Journey of JJ Star and will be released in early 2012. [32]

[edit] Musician(2010–present)

Besides releasing mixtapes for other artists like Nicki Minaj and Eminem, Duran completed work on his first all music release as a artist. 'Still Fresh' was released under the JJ Star moniker on August 23, 2011. The album's sound is a mix of electronica, pop and hip hop elements.[33] On December 29, 2011 Duran released Jeffree Star Vs. JJ Star, a mixtape featuring the electronica and hip-hop artist up against his alter ego musicially.[34] More of Duran's songs will be featured in his upcoming documentary Belligerence - The Journey of JJ Star.

[edit] Filmography

  • Perry, Katy – The Girl Who Ran Away (2011) ......Himself
  • Jeff "JJ Star" Duran: How Embarrassing [Blu-ray] (2011)......Himself
  • Glamourpuss – The Lady Gaga Story (2010)....Himself
  • Bon Jovi – In The Third Millennium: The Billion Dollar Quartet (2008)....Himself[35]
  • Tool A Complete Review (2008) DVD Blu-Ray....Himself[36]
  • Aural Amphetamine: Metallica and the Dawn Of Thrash metal (2008) DVD...Himself
  • Guns N' Roses-Two Classic Albums Under Review: Use Your Illusion I and II (2007) DVD...Himself
  • Green Day Under Review: 1995-2000-The Middle Years (2006) DVD...Himself
  • Minding the Store (2005)(TV)[37] Voice Only
  • Whether You Like It or Not: The Story of Hedwig (2003) (V) (special thanks)
  • Banned For Life (2000)...Dice, scenes deleted[38]
  • Step by Step (1996) (TV)... DJ coobie
  • Drives Me To Drink (1996)...Short stand-up comedy film VHS
  • Megadeth's "No More Mr. Nice Guy" (1990) music video...Little Dave's friend
  • Wonder Years (1989) (TV)...Kevin's bully/math class
  • No Man's Land (1987)...Kid auto thief w/ Brad Pitt, scenes deleted
  • The Twilight Zone (1986) (TV)...Kid on beach
  • Tough Cookies (1986) (TV)...Kid on basketball court

[edit] Discography

Year Album title
2006 Still Kicking[39]
2007 Defects of Character
2010 How Embarrassing Mixtape
2011 How Embarrassing
2011 Still Fresh

[edit] Hosted mixtapes

[edit] Jeffree Star

  • 2011 : Jeffree Star Vs. JJ Star

[edit] Eminem

  • 2011: Relapse 2

[edit] Nicki Minaj

  • 2011: Reloaded[40]

[edit] Hip Hop Dope

  • 2011: Hip Hope Dope [41]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Jeff Dandurand News, Jeff Dandurand Videos, and Jeff Dandurand Photos
  2. ^ "Radio Broadcasting History". Historyorb.com. http://www.historyorb.com/entertainment/radio/radio-broadcaster. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  3. ^ "Los Angeles Radio People". Laradio.com. http://www.laradio.com/whered.htm. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  4. ^ Jeff Dandurand IMDB Bio
  5. ^ Jeff Dandurand Hollywood Reporter Biography[dead link]
  6. ^ a b Jeff Dandurand In Celebrity Elle
  7. ^ Full cast and crew
  8. ^ "Ultimate Movie Guide". Movie Station. March 1, 2007. http://www.moviestation.org/actor//Jeff_Dandurand. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  9. ^ Jeff Dandurand In No Man's Land
  10. ^ "The Wonder Years" Math Class (1989) – Full cast and crew
  11. ^ Jeff Dandurand Hollywood Reporter Bio[dead link]
  12. ^ Step by Step Videos, Step by Step Clips, and Step by Step Quotes
  13. ^ [1][dead link]
  14. ^ Jeff Edge 100.1 Radio Bio[dead link]
  15. ^ "Metalblitz Radio on KLSX 97.1". Allbusiness.com. June 19, 2000. http://www.allbusiness.com/technology/software-services-applications-internet-audio/6458083-1.html. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  16. ^ "The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn" Episode dated May 17, 2001 (2001) – Full cast and crew
  17. ^ Brad King (June 10, 1996). "When Heavy Metal Ruled The Net". Wired. http://www.wired.com/culture/lifestyle/news/2001/01/40840. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  18. ^ "Clear Channel's Rash of Regionals Expands | Company Activities & Management > Company Strategy from". AllBusiness.com. November 9, 2001. http://www.allbusiness.com/transportation-communications/communications-radio/4355075-1.html. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  19. ^ http://xmfan.net/guide.php?q=Www.goherenext.c&mode=artist
  20. ^ Going From Stand Up To On Air[dead link]
  21. ^ TravisLeland (May 28, 2008). "Showdown At Drytown". Youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnC0NEd3RrQ. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  22. ^ duranradio. "Lady Gaga Rare Radio Appearance". Youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad4M5eQzqGA. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  23. ^ Jeff "JJ Star" Duran: How Embarrassing [Blu-ray]
  24. ^ Coupe De Grace: Best of Duran Show 2007-2011 CD, Deluxe Edition, Extra tracks, Limited Collector's Edition
  25. ^ http://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Duran-Greatest-Radio-Alive/dp/B006QUN546/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1325244629&sr=8-10
  26. ^ http://www.myppk.com/PPKs/indexC.aspx?PPK=9756 Jeff Dandurand Official
  27. ^ http://www.datpiff.com/mixtapes-detail.php?id=285642 Jeff Duran Presents - Hip Hop Dope Vol. 1 New EMINEM, LIL WAYNE, YOUNG JEEZY, 50 CENT PLUS ODB TRIBUTE WITH EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS WITH GHOSTFACE AND PRODIGAL SUNN OF WU TANG CLAN. FEATURING NUBOMB!
  28. ^ Jeff Dandurand Official
  29. ^ JJ STAR Movie Teaser[dead link]
  30. ^ a b "Rustam Report Celebrity Interview With Jeff Duran". Therustamreport.tripod.com. http://therustamreport.tripod.com/id32.html. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  31. ^ How Embarrassing (iTunes Version) [Explicit
  32. ^ Underground Comedian’s “Belligerent” New Film
  33. ^ Jeff "JJ Star" Duran Beverly Hills, CA Comedy / Hip Hop / DJ!
  34. ^ Jeffree-Star-Jeffree-Star-Vs-J-J-Star
  35. ^ "Bon Jovi – In The Third Millennium: The Billion Dollar Quartet". Movies.yahoo.com. http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810049094/info. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  36. ^ Tool – The Ultimate Review[dead link]
  37. ^ Minding The Store
  38. ^ "Andrew Dice Clay Banned For Life". Moviestation.org. http://www.moviestation.org/movie/1781/. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  39. ^ allmusic ((( Jeff "JJ Star" Duran > Discography > Main Albums )))
  40. ^ "Nicki Minaj – Reloaded Hosted by Jeff Duran // Free Mixtape @". Datpiff.com. http://www.datpiff.com/mixtapes-detail.php?id=290309. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 
  41. ^ "Hip Hop Dope - Hosted by Jeff Duran // Free Mixtape @". Datpiff.com. http://www.datpiff.com/mixtapes-detail.php?id=285642. Retrieved December 4, 2011. 

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