Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

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...

Punk Rock singer turned Comedian Joe Sib joins us on the show to talk about the road that took him from leading great 90's bands Wax and 22 Jacks, to his life as a touring and recording comic. We also talk about the highly successful Los Angeles based record label (Side One Dummy Records) that Joe started and has been running with Bill Armstrong since 1995, his former 22 Jacks bandmate, Steve Soto...

On this episode, Donni Thayer joins us to talk about some of the most popular early Worcester County(MA) bands that he played in, particularly Pretty Poison and Mad Angel.  Pretty Poison had it all; great songs, cool image, stellar live performance, but their bid for stardom some how fell short. We also pay homage to another member of both those bands who was a great friend to both the guest...

Boston hardcore/metal legends John Sox and Steve Grimes of The FU's join us on this our 200th episode. The FU's are one of the original American Hardcore bands emerging on the scene in 1981, being included on the now famous "This is Boston not LA" compilation. They followed up the compilation with an incredible run with three hardcore masterpieces "Kill For Christ"(1982), "My America"(1983), and "...

On this episode, we are joined by guitarist Curt Florczak, who talks about the journey that brought him from Los Angeles to Boston and all the great bands he has been part of over the years - From B-Movie Rats(LA) to Greg Allen's Fringe Religion to The Mochines. These days he is playing with buzz band Hammered Saint following a long stint with The Hi-End. And did we mention his great solo record?...

Robin Lane has had quite a life and in our fun interview, we get into it all. From her Los Angeles upbringing with parents in the entertainment world, recording with Neil Young, The Chartbusters, Asa Brebner, and her great new solo record "Dirt Road To Heaven". Its all here, enjoy the ride...   Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns(theme music) Robin Lane "Woman Like That" Robin Lane "D...

On this episode we are joined by 15 year old Bella Rayne, who despite only playing guitar for 3 years, is turning heads. We also play a track and talk about the awesome new Moving Targets album "In The Dust", which is a real scorcher. Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns" Moving Targets "Make It Easy" Avoid One Thing "Right Here Where You Left Me" Zoom Interview: February 2, 2023 This episo...

Suzi Moon joined her sister Liza Graves in Civet when she was a teenager and has been delivering the goods ever since. In our interview, we talk about her Southern California roots, Turbulent Hearts, L.A. Machina, her great fashion sense and style, and of course one of the best albums of 2022 her solo album "Dumb & In Luv". Its a good one... Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns" Su...

Jen de la Osa and Henry Beguiristain join us via zoom from Los Angeles to talk about their outstanding pop rock band Aloud. We discuss the band's early start in Miami, their relocation and early success in Boston, and the road that brought them to Los Angeles, where they are readying to release their sixth full length album entitled "Apollo 6".  Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns" Al...

On this episode, we are joined by The Legendary Rich Gilbert. Rich has had quite a career starting with his early days in the incredible Boston band Human Sexual Response, followed by the equally popular Zulus. Since then Rich has played with a who's who in music including Frank Black, Tanya Donelly, Wanda Jackson, Eileen Rose etc. We cover a lot of this in our talk and more. Enjoy! Music Milqueto...

On this episode, we are joined by Reid Paley, who in his own unique style has delivered great music to the masses since the early 80's. Reid started his musical journey when he moved to Pittsburgh and formed the outstanding garage punk band The Five. The band soon thereafter relocated to Boston and their buzz grew. When the band imploded Reid moved to Brooklyn and began a successful solo career wh...

On this episode we are joined by 18 year old Katy Nathan, who runs the Joe Perry fan page on Instagram and is a huge fan of Joe's music as well as Aerosmith in general. We also found out that she has an incredible knowledge of many other bands and proves it as she goes toe to toe with the host as they discuss their favorite songs from the Queen catalogue.  Music Milquetoast & Co "Ciga...

On this episode, we are joined by Jason "Ginchy" Kottwitz, guitarist and primary songwriter of the Austin Texas based rock band The Oxys.  "Ginchy", who has had stints with the reformed Dead Boys and Sylvain Sylvain and The Sylvains, and company made one of the coolest new albums ("A Date With The Oxys") to come out in 2022. The boys took the Dead Boys and Cheap Trick and smashed them togethe...

Nat Freedberg returns to the show and plays "The Fastest Gun In Town" from Freeloader 2 live at Voice Motel. We go on to have a great conversation about a variety of topics including the passing of old bandmate Randall Gibson(The Flies, Scruffy The Cat), his songwriting process, his current band Freeloader, and the status of The Upper Crust. Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns"(theme music...

This is a replay of a show that originally aired on November 8, 2021 of our interview with Bob Nalbandian, who passed away last week. Bob started covering writing as a teenager and spent his entire adult life dedicated to promoting Heavy Metal as a writer, manager, podcaster, film maker, and even worked for a record label. This replay is a tribute to his life and career. Rest In Peace, Bob Na...

Cowboy Mach Bell returns to the show and shares details about his recovery from open heart surgery and talks about his latest book "I Gotta Rock. Cowboy was a member of Boston rock legends Thundertrain and later went on to front The Joe Perry Project and now has a new project called The Mach Bell Experience(MBE). In recent years he has written two books, the first "Once A Rocker, Always A Rocker"...

Our last episode of the year! 2022 is over and it was a fantastic year for us here at the Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico podcast! This week we take a look back at some of the great moments and guests we had on the show. We also look back at some of the artists that topped various charts and made it an exciting year in music. Music Milquetoast & Co "Cigarette Burns"(theme song) Scrunchies "Par...