n this episode, I sit down with one of doom’s most influential voices, Scott “Wino” Weinrich, along with his wife and creative partner Sharlee, for an in-depth conversation covering everything they have happening right now and what’s coming next.We dive into The Obsessed's past & ongoing current tour in 2026, how the band is performing, what fans can expect from the setlist, and the renewed fire driving the group forward. Wino also opens up about his new solo album, the writing process behind it, and how his approach to songwriting continues to evolve after decades at the front of heavy music.Sharlee joins in to talk about the latest on Ritual Arcana — their dark, atmospheric, and deeply personal musical project. They share updates on new music, recording plans, upcoming videos, and the possibility of future touring together.From their creative chemistry to their shared vision for Ritual Arcana, the conversation gives a rare look at how their partnership fuels the art.Scott “Wino” Weinrich is a cornerstone of American doom and heavy rock.Frontman for The Obsessed, founding member of Spirit Caravan, icon of Saint Vitus, and a prolific solo artist, Wino’s impact spans more than four decades. His unmistakable guitar tone, spiritual lyricism, and uncompromising commitment to underground music have influenced generations of bands across doom, stoner, punk, and metal.More From Wino & The ObsessedOfficial Site: https://www.theobsessed.comBandcamp: https://theobsessed.bandcamp.com

Albert Bouchard isn’t just a drummer — he’s one of the core architects behind Blue Öyster Cult’s most influential era, a songwriter whose creative fingerprints shaped the band’s identity. As a founding member, Albert helped steer BÖC from underground New York rock circles into one of the most inventive hard-rock bands of the 1970s and early ’80s. His approach blended precision, theatricality, and an unusual sense of melody and mood, creating drum parts that didn’t just drive the songs — they defined them.He co-wrote some of the band’s most iconic material, including “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Cities on Flame with Rock & Roll,” and deep-cut fan favorites that helped establish BÖC’s blend of mysticism, sci-fi, humor, and hard rock. Albert worked closely with producer/manager Sandy Pearlman, whose “Imaginos” universe — a sprawling mythos tying together historical fiction, occult symbolism, and cosmic warfare — became a major creative engine for the band. Albert was one of the chief interpreters of Pearlman’s vision, translating the Imaginos lore into real, playable rock music.After parting ways with Blue Öyster Cult in the mid-1980s, Albert stayed relentlessly creative. He worked as a producer, multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and collaborator — and eventually revisited the Imaginos saga on his own terms. Between 2020 and 2023, he released the acclaimed Re Imaginos trilogy, re-imagining Pearlman’s mythic storyline with a combination of fresh arrangements, deep storytelling, and some of the most expressive vocals and drumming of his career. These albums connected the past and present, proving Albert’s artistic voice is as sharp and imaginative as ever.Today, Albert Bouchard is recognized as a musician who didn’t just play in a legendary band — he helped build one. His contributions to Blue Öyster Cult’s sound, the Pearlman mythos, and the evolution of hard-rock storytelling continue to inspire fans, musicians, and scholars of rock history. Whether behind the kit, behind the pen, or behind an entire conceptual universe, Albert remains one of rock’s most fascinating and inventive thinkers.

In this deep dive conversation with Dweezil Zappa, we explore the creative journey behind his album Via Zammata, one of the most personal and stylistically adventurous projects of his career. Dweezil walks through the origins of the record, the stories behind key songs, and how the music reflects both his own artistic evolution and the influence of his legendary family’s musical legacy.We discuss the writing and recording process in detail, including how he approached melody, arrangement, and texture across the album. Dweezil explains how the project allowed him to blend rock, instrumental sophistication, and unexpected musical turns while still staying true to his own identity as a guitarist and composer. He also opens up about the emotional and conceptual threads that tie the album together, giving listeners a rare inside look at how Via Zammata took shape.The conversation goes beyond the music as Dweezil reflects on creative independence, navigating expectations, and the balance between technical mastery and storytelling. His insight offers a fresh appreciation for the album, revealing both the craft behind it and the personal meaning infused into the songs.This deep dive gives fans—both long-time followers and new listeners—an opportunity to understand Via Zammata from the inside out, straight from the artist who built it. It highlights Dweezil’s unique voice as a musician and the thoughtful vision that continues to shape his work.