439. Harold Bronson

Episode 439 of the Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico podcast, hosted by Steev Riccardo, titled "439. Harold Bronson" was published on February 2, 2026 and runs 58 minutes.

February 2, 2026 ·58m · Blowing Smoke with Twisted Rico

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Summary

Harold Bronson is a true pioneer of the American independent record scene. As co-founder of Rhino Records, he helped build the label into America’s leading reissue powerhouse, preserving decades of rock history through beloved compilations like Nuggets. Earlier, while attending UCLA, Bronson was a music writer and a founding member of the early ’70s L.A. band Mogan David & His Winos. His memoir, "Time Has Come Today" captures that journey through unforgettable stories of early L.A. and legendary artists—many of which he shares with us on the show. Its a wild rock n roll ride....MusicThe Charms "So Pretty" "Don't Let Me Down"The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"Ape Hangers "She Comes Again"The Long Wait "Your Plight"The Love Me Nots "Fall Down"The Prime Movers "Where Its At"Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo

Episode Description

Earlier, while attending UCLA, Bronson was a music writer and a founding member of the early ’70s L.A. band Mogan David & His Winos.

His memoir, "Time Has Come Today" captures that journey through unforgettable stories of early L.A. and legendary artists—many of which he shares with us on the show. Its a wild rock n roll ride....

Music

The Charms "So Pretty" "Don't Let Me Down"

The Dogmatics "I Love Rock N Roll"

Ape Hangers "She Comes Again"

The Long Wait "Your Plight"

The Love Me Nots "Fall Down"

The Prime Movers "Where Its At"

Produced and Hosted by Steev Riccardo