Rich & Turbo’s Heavy Half Hour

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episode 24 – Jupiter Cyclops

Episode 24 – Jupiter Cyclops
This time on a special bonus episode of Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, we talk to a new band out of Phoenix, Arizona, Jupiter Cyclops, who drop their new record, Return of the UFOnaut, on the world on July 19, 2024. I wanted to get this stand-alone interview out there prior to the album release date so you could learn a bit about the band before you check out the album tomorrow. The record is killer and the guys are super cool.  Check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 22 & 23 – Fireball Ministry

Episodes 22 & 23 – Fireball Ministry
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, on combined episodes 22 and 23 we talk to Emily Burton (Guitar) from the legendary, and one of Rich's favorite bands of all time, Fireball Ministry, who, as part of the Ripple Music's Beneath The Desert Floor series, will release their classic 2005 album Their Rock Is Not Our Rock for the first time ever on vinyl on August 9th, 2024. We cover a whole ranges of topics, including the band's history, how they came to partner with Todd from Ripple Music, what's next for the band, Emily's other projects outside of FM, touring with Dio and Anthrax (one was positive one not so much) and so much more. In addition, Rich and Turbo discuss their album of the week, the classic record of the week, and Turbo picks his Future Classic Song of the episode.  Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 20 & 21 – Restless Spirit (plus R&T's Q2 Top 12)

Episodes 20 & 21 – Restless Spirit (plus R&T's Q2 Top 12)
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour on combined episodes 20 and 21 we talk to Paul Aloisio (Guitar and Vocals) and Marc Morello (Bass) from the band Restless Spirit! We talk about all sorts of stuff, including their killer record from 2023, Afterimage, as well as a number of the other great releases in their catalog.  We touch upon the history of the band, their influences, the Long Island scene from one Long Islander to another (sorry Turbo), their interesting musical choices when in the van on tour, and a near death experience with a killer cow. In addition, Turbo and I review our top 12 records of Q2 2024, because we are just so much bigger than 10. Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 18 & 19 – Thunder Horse

Episodes 18 & 19 – Thunder Horse
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, on combined episodes 18 and 19 we talk to Stephen Bishop (Guitar/Vocals) from the band Thunder Horse! We discuss their upcoming live record, Dead Alive Again In TX, that drops on July 3rd on Ripple Music for digital/CD and through the band directly on vinyl. We talk about the history of the band, Stephen's influences, including a geek out from Rich on the 90s Industrial scene, the band's writing process, how a band can be political without picking a side, and so much more. In addition, Turbo and I discuss our album of the week, the classic record of the week, and Turbo picks his Future Classic Song of the episode. Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 16 & 17 – Horseburner

Episodes 16 & 17 – Horseburner
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, on combined episodes 16 and 17 we talk to Adam Nohe (Drums/Vocals) from the band Horseburner! We discuss their awesome new record, Voice Of Storms, that drops tomorrow, June 21. We touch upon the history of the band, including the very deep meaning behind the band name, their songwriting process, influences, their upcoming tours, and dive deep into the Trans-Appalachian Orchestra.  In addition, Turbo and I discuss our album of the week, the classic record of the week, and Turbo picks his Future Classic Song of the episode. We even manage to piss off Zeppelin, Van Halen, and Guns n’ Roses fans all in one episode. Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 14 & 15 – Sons of Arrakis

Episodes 14 & 15 – Sons of Arrakis
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, on combined episodes 14 and 15 we talk to Frederic Couture, the mastermind behind Sons of Arrakis!!! We discuss the amazing new record, Volume II, along with a ton of other stuff, including Fred’s influences both musically and what he takes from some pretty deep literature, the Montreal (and wider Canadian) scene, who would win in a battle between the Sons and DVNE, and so much more!!!  In addition, Turbo and I discuss our album of the week, our classic record of the week, and Turbo picks his Future Classic Song of the episode. Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 12 & 13 - Vitskär Süden

Episodes 12 & 13 - Vitskär Süden
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, on combined episodes 12 and 13 we talk to Martin Garner (Bass/Vocals) and Julian Goldberger (Guitar) from the band Vitsk​ä​r S​ü​den! We discuss their awesome new record, Vessel (out now on Ripple Music!!!), their creative process, the band's influences, their connection to the D&D scene, that rad cover of Thriller, and so much more. In addition, Turbo and I discuss our album of the week, our classic record of the week, and Turbo picks his Future Classic Song of the episode. Come and check it out!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episode 11 - KITSA

Episode 11 - KITSA
This time on a special edition of Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour, episode 11 is dedicated to our talk with KITSA, who were cool enough to have all four members of the band join us for what's less of an interview and more just six dudes hanging out, laughing, and talking about music. We get details about the making of Rich's Album Of The Year so far, Dead By Dawn, KITSA's creative process, both during the creation of their first record and now as they start working on new material. We hear about what it is like working with the great Tony Reed and get insights into the unique influences each member brings to the table. We even get into the DLR vs. Sammy debate and also beards. Come and check it out, but go listen to Dead By Dawn first, then come back here and enjoy!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 9 & 10 - Zach Amster (ABRAMS)

Episodes 9 & 10 - Abrams (Zach Amster)
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour we have combined episodes 9 & 10 where we talk to Zach Amster from the band ABRAMS, who are releasing their 5th album, Blue City, on May 24, 2024 (which is awesome, BTW...). Zach talks about the new record, the growth of the band over their decade of existence, the bands that influence their sound (and some that do inadvertently), the Denver, Colorado heavy music scene, working with producer Kurt Ballou, and a whole lot more. Turbo and I also talk about our Album of the Week, the Classic Record of the Week, and Turbo's Future Classic Song. Come and listen!!!

Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour - Episodes 7 & 8 - Karl Agell (Lie Heavy, Corrosion Of Conformity, Leadfoot)

Episodes 7 & 8 - Karl Agell (Lie Heavy, Corrosion Of Conformity, Leadfoot)
This time on Rich & Turbo's Heavy Half Hour we have combined episodes 7 & 8 where we talk to Karl Agell from Lie Heavy, who just released their killer debut album, Burn To The Moon. Karl talks about the new record, another upcoming super cool project, a bit about his time as lead singer of Corrosion Of Conformity during the Blind era, and his growing up in the Connecticut hardcore scene. Turbo and I also talk about our Album of the Week, the Classic Record of the Week, and Turbo's Future Classic Song. Come and listen!!!