Rich Lupo (Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel, The Met)

Rich Lupo is a legendary club owner here in Providence for nearly 45 years. In our interview we cover why he got into the business, some of his favorite bands and personal memories over the last few decades, and even how Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel got its name!

Interlude songs:

"Welcome To Lupo's" by Roomful of Blues (from their album: Live At Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel, Providence, RI 17-19 April 1986)
The Wild Turkey Band live at the last show of Lupo's first location (July 25th, 1988; video credit: bobdtv)
The Silks live at The Met (April 2017; video credit: Mayte Antelo-Ovando) 

Recorded March 3rd, 2020 at The Met in Pawtucket
Intro music by Cedros
Hosted by James Toomey