Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

On the final episode of 2024, we’re broadcasting live on WMFO (Medford, MA) featuring a special acoustic performance by Jo Krieger from the incredible Boston band JVK. Music The Bags "Spread It Around" JVK "All I Want"(Live) JVK "Freak"(Live) Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo This episode was engineered by Mike Newman a...

This epsiode features many highlights from the podcast and audio clips from Chris Foley(SSD), Todd Phillips(The Juliana Hatfield 3/Bullet LaVolta), Kurt Davis(Bullet LaVolta), Anna Waronker(That Dog), Brenna Red(The Last Gang), Chris Gates(Big Boys), Juliana Hatfield, Cam Ackland, David Hull, Lenny Zenith, Amber Tortorelli(Sapling), Jackie Fox(The Runaways), Mike Peters(The Alarm), Kelly Ogden(The...

Dave Harrison joins us on the show today to talk about his all-star band The False Positives and their new recordings. We also take a trip down memory lane to revisit his work with the late '80s/early '90s band The Voodoo Dolls, along with much more! The Voodoo Dolls were a garage rock band from Boston, known for their raw, energetic sound that blends elements of punk, rock 'n' roll, and psychedel...

On this special edition of the podcast, we are joined by Paul Marotta, who played in several legendary Cleveland bands including The Styrenes, The Mirrors, and The Electric Eels. Paul also has the distinct honor as having been the man who hired the host of this show to his very first job in the music business..Yes it's True. The Electric Eels were a pioneering band in the early Cleveland punk scen...

On this episode we play and talk about some of our favorite songs from 2024... The Legendary Rich Gilbert “One Ton Tomato” The Last Gang “Madness” Egg Drop Soup “One Hit Woman” Diablogato “Lost Highway” The Brother Stereo “Time In History” Already Dead “Rock Bottom” Linnea’s Garden “Cherry” Leah Callahan “Super” The Dogmatics “Library Girl” The Shang Hi Los “Op Operator” Spiller “The Sparkler” Len...

Michael Cudahy(Combustible Edison, Christmas) joins us on the show to talk about the release of Propeller Product 4.1 double album. Cudahy was a founding member of Christmas. Christmas was known for its unique blend of alternative rock, post-punk, and experimental sounds, often with a dark and atmospheric edge. Their music was marked by layered guitar work, unconventional song structures, and a mo...

Lynda Mandolyn( Tiger Bomb, Crystal Canyon) returns to the show to discuss her new maxi single, which includes a heartfelt cover of the classic "I Love How You Love Me." The track serves as a tribute to the late Justine Covault. Music Lynda Mandolyn "I Love How You Love Me" https://lyndamandolyn.bandcamp.com/track/little-dreamer Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Domatics "I Love Rock N R...

We are joined on the show this week by Lenny Zenith, a trailblazing transgender artist, that has captivated audiences worldwide with his bold exploration of music and his unwavering authenticity. Music Larry Zenith "One Of Us Should Go" Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Tim Shea, of the well-known Boston band Black Helicopter, joins us on the show to discuss the band's history, his time with Green Magnet School, WDJM, and other cool stuff... Music Black Helicopter "Army Pup Tent" Black Helicopter "Mousemeat"(bonus track at end of show) Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6lHFZxDikYIabX6wKCGc...

Today, we're featuring an interview with the members of Gretchen Shae & The Middle Eight, along with a segment from our CCTV live show featuring Jesse Mayer of Diablogato. Both bands have exciting new releases dropping this month! Music Gretchen Shae & The Middle Eight " Diablogato "Lost Highway" Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Produced and Hosted...

This episode was recorded live on WMFO in Medford, MA, with Mike Newman on the board and adding his thoughts along the way. We dive into a selection of my favorite tracks from 2024, featuring amazing artists like Egg Drop Soup, JVK, Devon Thompson, The Last Gang, The Legendary Rich Gilbert, and Diablogato. Plus, we revisit one of our top picks from 2023— Youngblood  by The Family Township. Music E...

On this epsiode we are joined by Brenna Red from The Last Gang. Brenna Red is a punk rock musician and one of the founding members of The Last Gang , a punk band from Orange County, California. The band blends elements of punk rock, skate punk, and pop-punk with an energetic, socially conscious style. Their music often features fast tempos, catchy hooks, and lyrics addressing themes like personal...

Jonah Jenkins is our guest in this episode, where he shares insights on Only Living Witness, Milligram, Milltown, and much more! Jonah is an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist and one of the founding members of the alternative rock band Only Living Witness. He's also been associated with other musical projects, particularly in the post-punk and indie rock scenes. His work often ble...

The Legendary Rich Gilbert returns to the show to talk about living in Italy, his new instrumental songs, and much more fun stuff... Music The Legendary Rich Gilbert " One Ton Tomato" Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Best Of Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico music: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3lDn0icbmAnmWY3vtyr9zp?si=-Eyg4H4gQ_2nYZh2EAmVNg Produced an...

Mighty Joe Vincent joins us on the show to talk about his new band Junior Varsity, who have a new EP on Rumbar Records. We also go back in time and talk about The Prissteens and The Devil Dogs, two great bands Joe played drums in...it's a fun time. Music Junior Varsity "Back To Reno" additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Jo Krieger of JVK returns to the show to talk about the band’s recent national tour and the buzz they continue to create! We also pay tribute to the late Inger Lorrie, who made her mark in the Rock N Roll world as the singer of The Nymphs. Music Inger Lorrie "Coldest Season" JVK "My Own Man" additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Best of Blowing Smoke with Twist...

Gritty lush alternative rocker Jennifer Tefft is interviewed by Destiny Costa and Mike Newman. Music Jennifer Tefft & The Strange "Lullaby" "Second Chance To Burn" "Papercut" "Shoulda Known Better" "Down On My Knees" Additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll Tunes by artists on the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6lHFZxDikYIabX6wKCGchE?si=MjG9giikR6i-xfLG...

Our good friend and outstanding drummer Christian Negrette joins us on the show to talk about his playing days with Spore, The Eels, Caged Heat, plus other cool stuff.. music Spore "Fear God" Caged Heat "Raised In Hell additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo This episode was recorded live on WMFO on October 19, 2024, engineer...

Adam Sherman is back on the show to talk about his new single "Pure As Yours", a look back at his 80’s band The Souls, and much more... plus who are the best bands to come from Southern California? No we are not talking about the Red Hot Chili Peppers. *The interview with Adam Sherman for this episode was recorded on September 29, 2024. Music Adam Sherman "Pure As Yours" additional music The Charm...

Jen Wood and Ted Chen from the brand new electro-pop duo Gemz join us on this episode. The pair share their backstories and the road that brought them together… Music Gemz "Cycle Stops With Me" additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Best of Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico guests: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6lHFZxDikYIabX6wKCGchE?si=kLlx69_oSr6DkQa4QSCfJA&...

Emily Grogan has starred in the Canadien TV series "Rocker Moms", had a song in the outstanding cult film "Jawbreaker", has released three solo albums, and has played and contributed to numerous other bands and projects as a multi-instrumentalist. And..she's a sweet human being. Music Emily Grogan "Join Together" Emily Grogan "Weathervane" additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I L...

The Rat was a staple in the Boston music scene from the 70's to the late 90's. On this episode, we talk the recent "Rat Reunion" show which featured performances by The Nervous Eaters, The Dogmatics, and Tree. We also review some recent episodes of the show... Music The Dogmatics "Library Girl" Carissa Johnson "Congratulations" The Real Kids "Somewhere West Of Nowhere” Additional music The Charms...

Jesse Mayer(Diablogato) and Tom Wilson(Touring Guru) join us on the show to talk about the changing face of punk rock. We get into some pretty heavy Dickie Barrett talk and much more.. All recorded live on WMFO in Medford MA! We also talk about some of our favorite bands and songs! And it was all live on WMFO! Music The Neighborhoods "Arrogance" The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogma...

Aixa Vilar, drummer of LA punk band Go Betty Go, joins us on the show to talk about the band's history, Betty’s recovery, and the new EP "Black & Blue". *Apologies for calling the EP "Black & White" in the intro! Its "Black & Blue"!!! Music Go Betty Go "Party At Sea" Go Betty Go "C'Mon" additional music The Charms "So Prett...

Collibrina returns to the show(for a fourth time) to talk to us about modeling, photographers, onlyfans, travel and much more... "Collibrina is a bevy of knowledge, practicality, and fun all wrapped in a sexy package". Music Survival Guide "Blood Perfume" Fabulous Disaster "Rich Bitches in Volvos Piss Me Off" additional music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogma...