Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

Louise Post is part of the outstanding Chicago band Veruca Salt who along with Guitarist Nina Gordon, Drummer Jim Shapiro and Bassist Steve Lack made a huge impact the minute they arrived on the rock scene in 1992. The original lineup released two highly popular albums("American Thighs"/"Eight Arms To Hold") and a host of EP's before Gordon left the band and was followed la...

Cherry Vanilla has seen and done it all. She starred in the Andy Warhol UK production of "Pork," was part of the team that launched David Bowie in America, worked with New Age star Vangelis, and got signed to RCA Records as a recording artist — and that's not even half of it. In 2010, she released her no-holds-barred memoir,  Lick Me: How I Became Cherry Vanilla , detailing her outra...

Linnea Herzog joins us on the show to talk about her groovy project Linnea's Garden, her previously cool band Powerslut, growing up in the Minneapolis area and moving to Boston. We also got into the current state of the Boston music scene, gender, her PHD, and more. Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns" Linnea's Garden "No Bra" Linnea's Garden "Cut &...

Boston hardcore legends Bryan and Rick Jones of Jerry's Kids join us on the show to talk about the legendary "This Is Boston Not LA" album. We also have a great talk about Braintree Ma. hometown not only of all the members of Jerry's Kids, but also Chris Doherty and the original Gang Green . Lots of cool stories about the origins of the early Boston hardcore scene etc.. Music Mil...

Alice Austin started her musical journey in the late 90's as guitarist of the popular Burlington, Vermont band Zola Turn. She then went on to do some time with The Lavas in Boston, moved to LA, and has been consistently releasing music as a solo artist including the superb 2022 album "Goodnight Euphoria". Her newest release "Feel Too Much" hits the streets this Summer. She...

Kira Roessler joins us on the show to talk about her interesting upbringing, playing Bass with Black Flag and dos, winning two Emmy Awards, and her hauntingly beautiful self-titled solo record. Music Milquetoast &Co "Cigarette Burns" Black Flag "My War" Live Kira Roessler "The Ghosts" Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico is brought to you by Light Street Media(Denver C...

On this episode of the show, we are joined by Bethany Leavey and JC Supastar from the band Thrust Club. We talk about about a host of topics including the band's formation and history, their meaningful 2020 song "Why Does Your Congressperson Want Me Dead", GRCB, and a busy upcoming Summer of shows. Enjoy! Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns"(theme song) Thrust Club...

Gregg Turner joins us on the show to talk about his interesting life, which includes being an original member of LA's notorious punk band, Angry Samoans, several years as a writer for Creem Magazine, a PHD in mathematics, and several really good solo records. There is also that one unforgettable year he spent in Worcester Ma. We have a great talk and cover all this and more. Music Milquetoast...

Bootleg Dan joins us on the show to talk about his involvement with Red On Red Records, booking bands, and his live bootleg collection. Dan spiced the show up by bringing along a bunch of his early live recordings from shows by Montrose, Thin Lizzy, ACDC etc which made for great conversation. It's a fun talk about his new booking operation and a look at the past and the many of the great shows...

On this episode, we have a great conversation with Chloe Orwell and Brad Elvis about their outstanding Chicago based band, The Handcuffs, who just released their fourth album, "Burn The Rails", which is packed with great songs. Chloe and Brad take us through their entire music history, including how they met, the first band they put together, The Big Hello, Brad's epic band The Elvis...

On this episode, we are joined by Boston drummer Chris Anzalone, who has played with everyone from Roomful Of Blues to Juliana Hatfield and a ton of bands in between. Whether it be Rock, Blues, or Jazz, Chris is your guy. He also runs one of the Boston area's coolest new record stores, Stereo Jacks, located in the Ball Square section of Somerville. We had a great talk about all this and more.....

On this episode we have guitarist/multi-instrumentalist/song writer/arranger Kellindo Parker, who started his career supporting his famous Uncle, Maceo Parker(James Brown etc.) and since has been a staple in Janelle Monáe's band. He has shared the stage with everyone from Prince to Amy Winehouse, while also cultivating his own solo career. We have a great conversation with Kellindo about his m...

On this episode, we talk record stores, vinyl, collecting, etc. with Joseph Demers from Joe's Album's(Worcester/Northampton MA), and if that is not enough Jobe Freeman performs live in the CCTV studios for us. We also play a brand new song from Portland Maine's Crystal Canyon! It's an action packed hour of music and fun! Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns"(theme...

On this episode of the show, we are joined by Dana Colley, who along with his band Morphine, were one of the most compelling bands to come from the 90's alternative rock scene. Colley brought a sax sound to contemporary rock music like we hadn't heard before. In our interview, we talk about Dana's early days in Boston, the formation of Morphine, their fantastic run that ended tragicall...

Mel Lederman makes a return to the show to talk about growing up in Boston, his long run playing Bass with indie rock stars Victory At Sea, touring and recording with the great Thalia Zedek, and his new solo project. We even get to hear a new previously unreleased track. It's a fun conversation with our friend about music and more. Music on this episode Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns"(Theme mus...

On this week's show we are joined by Kelly Ogden of The Dollyrots, a band she and her husband Luis Cabezas started over 20 years ago that continues to release great music. We talk about how Kelly and Luis met as teenagers and have played together ever since while also raising two children that now accompany them on the road. It's not just a rock n roll story its also a love story. Music Mi...

On this week's show, we are joined by Chris Horne and Lynda Mandolyn from the Portland Maine garage rockers Tiger Bomb. We talk about how the band formed, their two fabulous albums(Uproar, Sugar Buzz), and their upcoming trip to Spain and more. We also talk a bit about Chris' former band The Brood, who will be re-forming for a reunion show with Melanie Vammen(The Pandoras) on keys. Its a g...

Producer/Engineer Paul Koderie joins us on the show to talk about some of the great projects he has worked on over the years. We talk about Paul's involvement with seminal bands like The Pixies, Lemonheads, Hole, Radiohead, Warren Zevon etc. We also get into Paul's early days at Yale University and The Sex Execs, a band that Paul played Bass in that made their mark on the Boston music scen...

We are joined on this episode by Tim Catz, who has played in many great bands over the years including Seka, who won the WBCN Rock N Roll Rumble, and were subsequently sued by the porn star of the same name, and changed their name to Strip Mind. Tim has also been a long time member of Stoner Rockers Roadsaw, and most recently White Dynomite. We talk about all that, how Tim started a scene at O&#39...

On this episode, we are joined by Melanie Vammen, who played with some influential bands over the years including The Pandoras, The Muffs, and Leaving Trains. Most recently, she has been involved with all star band The Coolies, and has backed Josie Cotton. We have a great talk with Melanie about how she got her start at 17 when she joined the Pandoras and and later being part of their reunion show...

We are joined on the show by well known music photographer and Boston based promoter JJ Gonson, who returns for a third time to talk about her Summer series at Boynton Yards(Somerville). JJ also previews us on her upcoming Spring shows and talks about her current photography exhibits as well as other fun music stuff including calling Billy Hough during the show and having me invite him on to a fut...

Lori Barbero, Drummer of Babes In Toyland, joins us on the show and talks about her high school years in New York, moving to Minneapolis, and the ups and downs of one of Minneapolis' coolest bands. We cover a lot of history including the band's re-formation and unfortunate break up, as well as the time Lori spent working as Courtney Love's assistant and more... One of our favorite interviews yet.....

Lead Singer Elana Justin joins us to talk about her band Motive Black's new album "Auburn", the inspiration behind the writing and making of the record, signing with AFM, and the move that brought her from New York to Los Angeles. We also talk about some of Elana's musical influences, making videos, and more... Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns" Motive Black "Broken" Motive Black "Lift M...

Todd Erickson and John Songdahl, self described "side guys" join us on the show to talk about their Maine based project "Holy Smoke" and their new recordings(including a cover of The Cars classic "Bye Bye Love"). We have an interesting conversation about how the pair have been connected for years through recording studios and bands. We cover a number of topics including The Cars, New Models, Shake...

On this episode of the show, we are joined by Music Critic, Author, and former Managing Editor of Creem Magazine, Robert Duncan. We talk about a variety of topics from Robert's early writing days at Creem, his friendship with the great Lester Bangs, and his books including Loudmouth, and his unauthorized biography of Kiss. Robert also talks about interviewing everyone from Freddie Mercury to Bruce...