Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

Legendary Sound Engineer, Tour Manager, All around nice guy, "Nite Bob" Czaykowski joined us for a great interview and shared some incredible Rock N Roll Road Stories about his long career working with bands like The New York Dolls, The Stooges, Kiss, Steely Dan, Aerosmith, Ian Hunter etc. MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"(theme song)The Charms "Touch"The Neighborhoods "Hoodwinked"Recorded by Mike Nash at Voice Motel, Somerville MA on July 24, 2021please support the podcast Patreon.com/twistedrico

In this episode, we’re joined by the great Tracy Bonham, a twice Grammy-nominated American alt-rock singer-songwriter best known for her 1996 breakout hit, “Mother Mother,” and a career that spans far beyond it.MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Ape Hangers "She Comes Again"Speedfossil "Peg Leg"Tracy Bonham "Naked"Tracy Bonham "‎Un-F*k This F*kt Up Christmas"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

The Legendary Rich Gilbert returns to the show to talk about The Zulus 2022 "Outer Space" album which is now available on all streaming platforms for the first time!Music Clips(Used by permission)The Charms "So Pretty"The Charms "The One That You WantThe Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"The Zulus "Collide"The Zulus "The Tickler"The Legendary Rich Gilbert "One Ton Tomato"Check out our Best of 2025 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ala9IyQ4DvaMlxwh1AbNGProduced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Tim Shea, singer, guitarist, and songwriter with Black Helicopter returns to the show to talk about the bands incredible new 2025 album "Balancing Act". Music ClipsThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Black Helicopter "Charlestown's Burning"Black Helicopter "Egypt Ma"Shurr Jr "Lewis Park"Greg Allen's Fringe Religion "She's Stoned"Victory At Sea "Happy For You"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo Best of Past Guests https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6lHFZxDikYIabX6wKCGchE?si=n6vy_-yWRRudSdwQOQJv4Aπ=mGHBZ4-GSOOge

On this episode, we are joined by Justin Warfield(She Wants Revenge) who is in the process of launching an incredible series of music entitled “Deathrock Devotionals” under the moniker Warfield.“For Justin Warfield, Warfield marks his first proper solo project since co-founding She Wants Revenge in 2004 - “the only recording and touring project I’ve helmed outside of SWR,” he says. While She Wants Revenge continues to perform live and record, Warfield allows him to stretch out and fully lean into the creative and aesthetic instincts that have always pulsed just beneath the surface: cinematic melancholy, playful macabre, and rhythmic intensity".Music ClipsThe Charms "So Pretty"The Charms "The One You Want"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Warfield "Jet Plane"Warfield "No Party"*Special Thanks to Joe's Albums(Worcester MA) and Taang!(San Diego CA).Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Nate Perry, the leader of Nate Perry & Ragged Company joins us on the show to talk about his rapid rise in the Boston music scene!MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Victory At Sea "Happy For You"Shurr JR "Lewis Park"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Nate Perry & Ragged Company "Maria"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

On this special bonus episode, we talk about the amazing career of Jimmy Page and his most famous project, Led Zeppelin. First you hear the history and then we rank the albums and songs in our own special way...Music ClipsThe Charms "So Pretty" "The One You Want"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Greg Allen's Fringe Religion "She's Stoned"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Garett Vandermolen, longtime rocker and member of Speedfossil, joins us to talk about his new label, The Sound Cove. Launched in late 2023, The Sound Cove is ready to make some noise with its debut release, The Super Sonic Showcase, Vol. 1 — a compilation featuring fresh tracks from Figures On A Beach, Pat Lynch, The Daylilies, Fireking, Glowbox, and more.Music ClipsGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Outlets "You Don't Need Them"Shurr Jr "Lewis ParkSpeedFossil "Peg Leg"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we are joined by the extraordinary Azam Ali — a visionary artist whose voice transcends borders and genres. With a career spanning over fifteen years, Azam has released thirteen collaborative and solo albums, earned two JUNO Award nominations, and received a Hollywood Music Award, solidifying her place as one of the most prolific, versatile, and gifted singers, producers, and composers on the international stage.Music ClipsThe Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Shurr Jr "Lewis Park"*Warren Zanes clip from Episode 369Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Fergal Lawler, drummer for the legendary Irish band The Cranberries, joins us on the show to discuss the band’s upcoming MTV Unplugged release.Music ClipsThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Gang Green "Out On The Couch"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Shurr Jr "Lewis Park"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we're joined by Richard Marr — producer, engineer, former guitarist of Flexie, and owner of Galaxy Park Studios. We discuss the studio's recent relocation and more.Music ClipsGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Move Walkin"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

This episode is dedicated to the late Thommy Price, a legendary drummer known for his work with Scandal, Billy Idol, and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. We kick things off by sharing some of our favorite drummers, then revisit our April 2022 conversation with Thommy—a look back at his incredible career and impact on rock music.Music ClipsThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Gang Green "Out On The Couch"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we're joined by Blame It On Whitman to talk about their fantastic new album. Plus, they’ve shared an exclusive acoustic set recorded in their rehearsal space!Blame It On Whitman Acoustic Set"Big Talk From Your Basement""Porsche 911""GTA""Nostalgia"Additional Music ClipsGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin'"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we talk about our ten essential "Hardcore Punk" albums", plus we replay our historic 2021 interview with Author Nancy Barile. MusicMission Of Burma "That's How I Escaped My Certain Fate"Gang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we're joined by Christina and Matt Eskew of The Hellflowers, the explosive LA-based band known for fusing punk, garage, and rock ’n’ roll into a sound that’s both raw and infectious. Formed in 2015, The Hellflowers draw inspiration from legends like Blondie and The Ramones, creating music that pays homage to punk’s roots while carving out a space all their own.With much of their catalog now available on CD via Rum Bar Records, Christina and Matt reflect on the road so far — and what’s still ahead.MusicGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"The Hellflowers "Come On, Lets Dance"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this bonus episode, we rank our favorite albums and songs by one of the greatest ever - David Bowie. MusicGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this episode, we're joined by Jerry Lehane — singer, guitarist, and songwriter, and one of the original members of The Dogmatics. The band's new album Nowheresville is their first full-length release in over 35 years. It's a sharp, no-filler collection of 10 tracks, most clocking in under three minutes — concise, powerful and catchy!MusicGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics " I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev RiccardoThank you: Joe's AlbumsTaangSpectacle Eyeware

In this episode, we are joined by Johnny Angel — musician, writer, and radio personality. Johnny played in some well-known Boston bands in the late 70's/80's like Thrills and The Blackjacks, before heading out to L.A. and making a name for himself there too.MusicThe Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Gang Green "Out On The Couch"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev RiccardoThank you Joe's Album's, Taang Records, and Spectacle Eyeware.

In this episode, we are joined by the legendary Daniel Ash — the iconic English guitarist and songwriter behind goth rock pioneers Bauhaus, Tones on Tail, and alt-rock legends Love and Rockets. Ash has a new project called Ashes and Diamonds that will blow your rock n roll minds! MusicThe Charms "So Pretty"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Gang Green "Out On The Couch"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

In this exciting episode, we're joined by Marijke Boers—better known as Mikky—of the Austin, Texas-based rock band Mikky and The Doom! Mikky shares her incredible journey from being a Division I tennis player to a comic, and now the dynamic frontwoman of a high-energy rock band. She's got a great story, a lot of talent, and, honestly, she's just really cool.Music ClipsGang Green "Out On The Couch"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"The Charms "So Pretty"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo