Stay ConnectedBlowing Smoke with Twisted Rico, hosted by music industry veteran Steev Riccardo, brings you weekly conversations with the people who make the music world go round — musicians, songwriters, producers, label execs, roadies, publicists, and more. Each episode also serves up fresh new music picks, honest song reviews, and no-shortage-of-stories rock ‘n’ roll road tales
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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 Clips
The 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 369
Produced 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 Clips
The 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 Clips
Gang 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 Clips
The 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 Clips
Gang Green "Out On The Couch"
The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"
The Charms "So Pretty"
Blame It On Whitman "Bad Mood Walkin'"
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In this episode, we talk about our ten essential "Hardcore Punk" albums", plus we replay our historic 2021 interview with Author Nancy Barile.
Music
Mission 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.
Music
Gang Green "Out On The Couch"
The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"
The Charms "So Pretty"
The Hellflowers "Come On, Lets Dance"
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In this bonus episode, we rank our favorite albums and songs by one of the greatest ever - David Bowie.
Music
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 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!
Music
Gang Green "Out On The Couch"
The Dogmatics " I Love Rock N Roll"
The Charms "So Pretty"
Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo
Thank you:
Joe's Albums
Taang
Spectacle 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.
Music
The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"
Gang Green "Out On The Couch"
The Charms "So Pretty"
Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo
Thank you Joe's Album's, Taang Records, and Spectacle Eyeware.
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