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Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blowingsmoketr/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/blowingsmoketr/subscribe Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico starring music industry veteran Steev Riccardo features weekly guests mostly from the world of music including musicians, songwriters, record producers, label managers, roadies, publicists etc. There are also new music segments, new songs, reviews, and other lively rock n roll road stories. Follow Blowing

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00:43:47

368. Top Audio Clips From The Show Volume 2

Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico ·

2025/01/23

Special bonus episode featuring audio clips from various shows by Warren Zanes, Frank Meyer, Rev Hank, Mariel Loveland, Corey Loog Brennan, Dana Colley(Morphine), Britt Lightning(Vixen), Keith Bennett, Pete Cassani, Emily Grogan, Jo Krieger(JVK), Devon Thompson, Emily Whitehurst, Tom Baker, Jim McCarty(The Yardbirds), and Dave Amato(REO Speedwagon). MusicUltrabomb "Who Knows"JVK "Freak"(live acoustic)Astral Bitch "Haunting You"Rob Moss and Skin Tight Skin "We Just Don't Know"Additional MusicThe

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01:05:21

367. Destiny Costa - Mark Skin Radio

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2025/01/20

In this episode, we're joined by Destiny Costa, a DJ at Boston's Mark Skin Radio and a contributor to the Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico podcast. Destiny also starred in the 1996 indie film Chalk, delivering a fantastic performance. We dive into all of that, plus geek out over our favorite bands and tunes!"Chalk" https://vimeo.com/ondemand/chalkfilm Music Greg Allen's Fringe Religion "She's Stoned" Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The

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01:08:12

366. Vanessa Goldberg - Crystal Ball Records

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2025/01/16

Vanessa Goldberg, founder of Crystal Ball Records in Bellingham, MA, joins us on the show to discuss the current retail climate, her experience at Nevermind Records, and what's spinning on her turntable.MusicThe Croaks "Big Bug"Crystal Canyon "Turn Blue"Additional music The Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"*The clip at the end of this epsiode is from epsiode 365 with Kenny Chambers. Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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01:12:34

365. Kenny Chambers - Moving Targets

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2025/01/13

We're excited to welcome back one of our favorite musicians and songwriters, Kenny Chambers of Moving Targets, to the podcast! Kenny joins us to discuss the band's jam-packed 2024 touring plans and give us a sneak peek into their upcoming recording sessions for a highly anticipated 2025 album.Moving Targets first made their mark in 1984 and have since released a series of standout albums. In addition to his work with the band, Kenny was a key member of Bullet Lavolta and has also put out three solo

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01:14:49

364. Mike Fitz - Bad Marriage

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2025/01/09

Mike Fitz of the hard rock band Bad Marriage joins us on the show to discuss the band’s rise to prominence in the Boston hard rock scene, their strong bond with Tesla, and their thrilling experiences on tour across the country!MusicBad Marriage "Dangerous"Additional MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"audio clip from Episode 272: Britt Lightning Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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01:29:23

363. Hardcore and Metal 2024 Highlights with Kevin...

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2025/01/06

Kevin Hellestad from The Chord Progression Podcast joins us to discuss his picks for the top hardcore and metal releases and events of 2024. The host also shares some of his favorite hardcore songs and albums from the previous year.Music Not Enough Space "Primitive" SSD "Glue" Additional Music The Charms "So Pretty" The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll" Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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00:51:09

362. JVK Live on WMFO

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2024/12/30

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 at WMFO

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00:53:51

361. Top Audio Clips From The Show Volume 1

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2024/12/23

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 Dollyrots), Tim Shea(Black Helicopter), Peter Prescott(Mission Of Burma/Mini Beast), and Clif Croce(The

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01:02:41

360. Dave Harrison - The False Positives, The Voodoo...

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2024/12/19

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 psychedelia. Emerging from the vibrant Boston music scene, the band typically drew inspiration from classic

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01:34:34

359. Paul Marotta - The Styrenes, The Mirrors, The...

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2024/12/16

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 scene, known for their chaotic, raw sound and experimental approach to punk rock. While they didn’t gain

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01:03:02

358. Songs We Loved in 2024

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2024/12/12

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”Lenny Zenith “One Of Us Should Go”Gemz “Cycle Stops With Me”Additional MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love

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01:16:04

357. Michael Cudahy - Christmas, Combustible Edison

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2024/12/09

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 moody, sometimes brooding, tone.After Christmas, Cudahy went on to form Combustible Edison, a band that

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01:11:14

356. Lynda Mandolyn

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2024/12/05

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. MusicLynda Mandolyn "I Love How You Love Me"https://lyndamandolyn.bandcamp.com/track/little-dreamerAdditional MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Domatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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01:02:09

355. Lenny Zenith

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2024/12/02

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

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01:21:12

354. Tim Shea - Black Helicopter, Green Magnet School

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2024/11/25

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...MusicBlack Helicopter "Army Pup Tent"Black Helicopter "Mousemeat"(bonus track at end of show)Additional MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6lHFZxDikYIabX6wKCGchE?si=Ic9LefHASRyfh3friqNgNQProduced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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01:24:15

353. Gretchen Shae & The Middle Eight/Jesse Mayer...

Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico ·

2024/11/21

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 By Steev Riccardo

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00:45:49

352. Six Songs We Love from 2024 - Recorded Live on WMFO

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2024/11/18

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 Egg Drop Soup "One Hit Woman Diablogato "Lost Highway" JVK "My Own Man" Devon THompson "I Love You But It

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00:47:51

351. Brenna Red - The Last Gang

Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico ·

2024/11/14

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 struggle, social issues, and rebellion—hallmarks of the punk genre.MusicThe Last Gang

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01:08:42

350. Jonah Jenkins - Only Living Witness

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2024/11/11

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 blends emotional lyricism with raw, energetic performance, capturing the spirit of both underground and

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01:06:43

349. The Legendary Rich Gilbert

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2024/11/07

The Legendary Rich Gilbert returns to the show to talk about living in Italy, his new instrumental songs, and much more fun stuff...MusicThe Legendary Rich Gilbert " One Ton Tomato"Additional MusicThe 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_2nYZh2EAmVNgProduced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

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