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Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

Steev Riccardo
Boston
Punk Rock
Music Industry
Boston Music Scene
Rock N Roll
Rock Music
The Darts
Black Sabbath
Los Angeles
David Bowie
The Dogmatics
Vinyl Records
The Runaways
Ducky Carlisle
The Brother Stereo
Boston Punk Rock Scene
The Cranberries
Mike Peters
Boston Rock Scene
Seattle

Blowing 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 Follow along on Instagram @blow... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Dayton
Frontman, La Peste, and primary songwriter
La Peste
Episode: 477. Peter Dayton - La Peste
Turbo Stabs
Leader of Skanks With Knives, Australian-born singer now in Los Angeles
Skanks With Knives
Episode: 476. Turbo Stabs - Skanks With Knives
Mark O'Connell
Longtime drummer, Taking Back Sunday, now in Me
Me (band)
Episode: 475. Mark O'Connell - Me., Taking Back Sunday
Mariel Loveland
Singer-songwriter, Best Ex frontperson, former Candy Hearts member
Best Ex, Candy Hearts
Episode: 473. Mariel Loveland - Best Ex, Candy Hearts
Smitt E. Smitty
Musician; Smitt E. Smitty & The Fez Tones, former Figures On A Beach member
Smitt E. Smitty & The Fez Tones; Figures On A Beach
Episode: 471. Smitt E. Smitty - From Figures On A Beach to the Fezztones
Louise Post
Member of Veruca Salt, musician
Veruca Salt
Episode: 470. Louise Post-Veruca Salt(Replay) plus Woodstock 94 revisited
Olivia Saperstein
Guitarist for Pegzilla; former member of Egg Drop Soup
Pegzilla, Egg Drop Soup
Episode: 468. Olivia Saperstein - Pegzilla
Stephen LoVerme
Founder of SomerGloom
SomerGloom
Episode: 466. Stephen LoVerme - SomerGloom 2026 Preview
Nick Zampiello
Recording engineer, mastering engineer, and co-founder of New Alliance East
New Alliance East / New Alliance Recorders
Episode: 464. Nick Zampiello - New Alliance East

Host

Steev Riccardo
Host of Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • First hand look

    Keeps it interesting and real

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philipb310
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Excellent long form interview podcast with lots of well known and not so well known (but should be well known) musicians. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jakeobs
    United Statesa year ago
  • True ROCK & ROLLER

    Steev is an all out GREAT GUY! He has been there, done that and has a million great stories to tell. Anything you want to know about music, he’s got it. If you ever get the pleasure to speak to him you can go for hours without feeling anytime pass.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sillcat
    United States2 years ago
  • I knew him when!

    Steev has been a constant source inside knowledge of the Boston (and beyond) Indy rock scene and I’ve been glad to know of him since the jitty pre Y2K era of 1999.

    All around cool guy who likes cats and pro wrestling. The pod is worth a listen - just please get The Chelsea Curve on while I’m still able to hear it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bipolar Buddah
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Steve does a really great job and clearly does his homework with all his guests !! The conversation is easy flowing and he has some true icons on his podcast, Highly recommended !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skybar33
    United States4 years ago

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Engaging long-form interviews with deep music industry knowledge.
Often described as a must-listen for rock-and-roll history and industry insiders.
Great behind-the-scenes perspective on the Boston scene and independent artists.
Some episodes vary in guest fit, but overall feedback highlights authentic storytelling and strong guest lineups.
Listeners praise the host's homework, thoughtful questions, and access to influential guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

477. Peter Dayton - La Peste
Q: What was your experience recording Better Off Dead and dealing with controversy around its content?
The controversial line was about underage sex, which was intended to be against that behavior; the meaning was easily misconstrued, but the energy of the track and the raw production told a different story that resonated with fans and industry folks alike.
477. Peter Dayton - La Peste
Q: Can you tell my listeners where you grew up and how you ended up in Boston, for starters?
I grew up on the North Shore of Long Island, went to prep school in Western Massachusetts, and moved to Boston to attend the Museum School of Fine Arts, which set the stage for meeting the other La Peste members and forming the band.
473. Mariel Loveland - Best Ex, Candy Hearts
Q: You majored in poetry in college—did that decision pay off for you as a songwriter?
Yes. The writing degree helped me learn to communicate complex feelings concisely, and it has informed every aspect of my career, from lyrics to emails and collaboration.
471. Smitt E. Smitty - From Figures On A Beach to the Fezztones
Q: When did you come up with the name Smitt E. Smitty, and why did you choose that spelling?
I chose Smitt E. Smitty after considering unique spellings inspired by Bunny Carlos; the 'Smitty Smitty' form kept sticking, and the 'E' came from branding and URL availability, making it memorable and distinct.
470. Louise Post-Veruca Salt(Replay) plus Woodstock 94 revisited
Q: How did Veruca Salt come together and what were the early challenges?
Louise explains meeting Nina, the role of Steve and Jim, the band's rapid rise, and the industry pressures around lead roles and gender dynamics, plus the importance of finding the right collaborators.

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The show brings listeners into long-form conversations with musicians, producers, publicists, and others who shape the music world, often anchored in the indie and alternative scenes. Episodes frequently explore recording and production decisions, career trajectories from DIY roots to visibility in the streaming era, and behind-the-scenes stories from live performance, festivals, and the Boston scene. A standout thread is the host's deep industry experience, which yields candid, nuanced discussions and thoughtful context around how music gets made, promoted, and sustained over time. This podcast is likely to appeal to artists, engineers, managers, and music-nerds who crave honest storytelling, practical industry insights, and a lens on both... more

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Recent guests on Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico include:

1. Peter Dayton
2. Turbo Stabs
3. Mark O'Connell
4. Mariel Loveland
5. Smitt E. Smitty
6. Louise Post
7. Olivia Saperstein
8. Stephen LoVerme

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