Mike Howe is BACK!! Well actually this is his first time on the podcast, but he is back in Metal Church. Mike and I break down where he has been. He talks about how he joined Metal Church back in 1988. We go over the great albums "Blessing in Disguise", "The Human Factor" and the new album "XI". Also on this episode, Something Old, Something New with Stephen Anthony. We break down "XI" and "Blessing in Disguise" Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey T...
May 09, 2016•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 39
Chad Lee calls in this week to Talk Toomey. Chad and I have a great talk about the state of photography and where he began. Chad tells us about the 2016 edition of Ride for Dime Nashville. We discuss his relationship with Dimebag Darrell and the story behind the iconic Dime tribute photo. Chad tells me about how John 5 sparked the idea behind him taking his photography and making a career out of it. Also on this episode is some Ozzy and Zakk Wylde talk. Chad was a great guest and had wonderful s...
May 06, 2016•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 38
Let the podcast hit the floor, Stevie Benton comes on the show this week. Stevie and I talk about the current Drowning Pool album and his upcoming EMP Label Group ep by Even the Dead Love a Parade Stevie also recounts a few naked Dave Williams tales. We talk about the phenomenon that is "Bodies". Barry Donegan of Look What I Did comes on the podcast to talk the 2016 Presidential Race . Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page ...
May 02, 2016•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 37
Jim Breuer invades the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Jim and I talk about his upcoming release through Metal Blade Records. Jim Breuer and the Loud and Rowdy have a record dropping on May 27. Jim discusses having Brian Johnson sing on his album and the turmoil around AC/DC. We talk about his favorite band that played on SNL during his tenure. Erik Hall of the Shoot the Shred podcast is also on this episode. Erik and I have a great chat about podcasting and life in general. . Also on this episod...
Apr 29, 2016•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 36
The Duke of Metal joins the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Rich and I discuss all the happenings in the world of Stuck Mojo. He talks about why Bonz is no longer in the band. We discuss their current PledgeMusic Campaign. We talk about the future of Fozzy and his friendship with Chris Jericho. We discuss touring with all the time he spent touring with Pantera. Rich goes all the way back to the late 80s and we go over the origins of Stuck Mojo as one of the forefathers of Rap Metal. This is a mus...
Apr 25, 2016•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 35
Ro Kohli of War Machine Marketing comes on the show this week. We talk about his early days creating Zines and his first interview being Marilyn Manson. He talks about running Roadrunner Records Street Team and working with Slipknot. We discuss the many avenues bands can take to promote their bands and the cost effective ways to get your name out there. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Go to War Machine Marketing here!! Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the pag...
Apr 21, 2016•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 34
Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust calls in this week. Lajon and I discuss growing up in Nasvuille, the early days of Sevendust and the current touring plans of the band. Such a wonderful chat with the mighty voice of one of my favorite bands. Something Old, Something New featured band on this episode is Deftones. Rico Kohler and I breakdown "Gore" and "Around the Fur" Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twi...
Apr 19, 2016•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 33
Thom Hazaert blows through the Talk Toomey podcast on this episode. We talk all about the EMP Label Group, coffee and PUCK HCKY. We swap stories about Slipknot, Limp Bizkit and the Clerks Animated Series. Fun and hilarity ensue. Music featured on this episode by Green Death and Dead by Wednesday. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today...
Apr 14, 2016•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 32
This week on the Talk Toomey podcast, Dave Ellefson calls in to discuss Dystopia, EMP Label Group and Roast in Peace coffee. We discuss the additions of Kiko and Chris Adler to the Megadeth lineup. Dave tells a great story about a band changing moment on the Killing is my Business tour. He goes over the mission of the EMP Label Group. Dave gives us all a lesson on the best climate and growing conditions for coffee. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey...
Apr 11, 2016•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 31
Brock Lindow of 36 Cazyfists calls in to the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Brock and I discuss the early days of 36CF and how they formed in Alaska. Why they moved to Portland, Oregon. We talk about the current Killswitch Engage tour. Brock was a blast to talk to and I hope you guys and gals are out supporting everything they are doing. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to P...
Apr 07, 2016•1 hr•Ep. 30
Tim King of Soil and Pavement Entertainment stops by this week. Tim and I talk about his early days in Oppressor, the rise of Soil and his work with Pavement Entertainment. Tim was a fascinating interview. There are many insights into the state of the music industry on this episode. Music from RIFFT is featured on the show Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Go to RIFFT Bandcamp site and download the new ep Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Too...
Apr 05, 2016•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 29
Chris Volz (Flaw) stops by the Talk Toomey podcast this week and talks all things Flaw. We discuss the upcoming Flaw record and their upcoming tour plans. Chris and I talk about Flaw reforming a few years ago. We talk playing Louder than Life Festival and getting to play with Lynyrd Skynyrd.. Ron Jeremy is also brought up on this episode. Barry Donegan (Look What I Did) makes his monthly appearance on the Talk Toomey podcast. We discuss the upcoming election. Presidential dick pics and other non...
Mar 28, 2016•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 28
Mark was a great guest on the Talk Toomey Podcast. We talked all things Chimaira, a little Metallica and his photography. Talk Toomey Facebook Email the show Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Mar 21, 2016•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 27
Amazing chat with downset. bassist James Morris. James and I discuss the origins of the band, touring with Biohazard and Ozzfest 97. He goes in depth about the LA scene in the early 90's that included Social Justice and Inside/Out. James tells a great Dimebag Darrell story for the show and gives his opinion on the Phil Anselmo controversy. This episode also features music from his current band NonCon with the song "Threats" Give the show a "like" Talk Toomey Facebook today!! Email the show Suppo...
Mar 14, 2016•59 min•Ep. 26
Metal Church is back and Kurdt joins the podcast to talk about the new album, Mike Howe being back and he also talks about a couple of other little bands from Aberdeen. Also on this episode, Rico Kohler of 12v Negative Earth comes on to record his segment for the Where did all the Sunshine go? reflections. Musical spotlight this week is Dear Lucid. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Mar 08, 2016•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 25
Wonderful talk with Eric Brittingham of Cinderella this week. Eric and I discuss the early days of Cinderella, the time they turned Gene Simmons down and even having to choose between Jeff Labar or Dave Sabo for Cinderella. Eric also talks about the Def Leppard Cruise and filling the shoes of Jimmy Bain after the tragedy on the ship. Eric also gives his opinion on if Cinderella will play together again, Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Feb 29, 2016•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 24
Matt Snell and Brian Jackson come on the show this week to talk about their new project Invidia. We also talk about their time in Five Finger Death Punch and Skinlab, respectively. You will get to hear snippets of the new songs and get a taste of what's to come. Also on the episode is Talk Toomey political correspondent Barry Donegan (Look What I Did, Truthinmedia.com). Barry comes on to talk about the ongoing presidential race. Octalux is the featured music on this episode. Support the show (ht...
Feb 23, 2016•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 23
Mike and I chat this week about all things Spineshank, Ozzfest, and when Korn was a local band. Mike talks about the acoustic show they played in Utah, about a time they had to have their guitar tech babysit during a show and about finding bands pre-internet. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Feb 16, 2016•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 22
Michael Del Pizzo calls in this week to discuss Sunflower Dead's new album "It's Time to get Weird", Phil Anselmo and NAMM. Wonderful chat and I know you guys will love it. Also, I have an audio diary of my trip to see Badfish on this episode. I catch up with Benny Coleman of Shrub outside the venue and give a review of the show. Follow the link for the new Talk Toomey shirts http://amzn.com/B01BJUILOG Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Feb 09, 2016•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 21
Super Bowl 50 preview episode part 2. When reaching out to bands that are Carolina Panthers fans, one name kept popping up. And that name was Another Lost Year. The Panthers have used their single "Wolves" in a hype video that was played before the Panthers v Cowboys game on Thanksgiving. But we talk more than football, we dive into Back to the Future and Eddie and the Cruisers 2. So sit back and enjoy this bonus episode. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Feb 03, 2016•34 min•Ep. 20
Super Bowl 50 is upon us and Frank Novinec is one of the biggest Broncos fan I know. Frank calls in and talks Broncos, Star Wars and the new Hatebreed album. Also we get a treat when Yancy Turner calls in and talk about his favorite team, the Carolina Panthers. So this episode is full of music and football. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Feb 02, 2016•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 19
The mouth of Mojo is unleashed on the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Bonz was unfiltered and ready to talk. We discuss the Stuck Mojo falling out, his new band BONZ and the latest album "Broken Silence". Bonz also brings up time spent with Dimebag, Peter Steele and even a great Lemmy story. So sit back and buckle in because we go on journey. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Jan 25, 2016•1 hr•Ep. 18
This is a special episode that features interviews with the members of the band 12v Negative Earth and the entire album "Where did all the Sunshine Go?" This retrospective was a labor of love and I hope you enjoy the conversations and music within. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Jan 20, 2016•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 17
Tony Campos calls in this week to talk Fear Factory, touring Europe after the Paris attacks and Static X. Wonderful talk and I know you will all enjoy. Also a bonus guest this week with Joshua Hawskley talking with the Talk Toomey Podcast. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Jan 18, 2016•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 16
On this episode I talk with Gary Noon of Walking with Giants. We talk about the new album "Worlds Unknown" and how Clint Lowery and Morgan Rose (Sevendust) and Brian Marshall (Creed, Alter Bridge) became involved. Gary talks about his upcoming plans with the band. We also talk some Star Wars. This episode also features a new release from Look What I Did with "If I were you I wouldn't" Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Jan 11, 2016•48 min•Ep. 15
Marc Rizzo calls into the Talk Toomey podcast this week to talk about all things Soulfly, Cavalera Conspiracy and The Misfits. We discuss his influences and his passion for guitar. Marc discusses his favorite Sepultura, Soulfly and Misfits songs to play live. He also talks about a time Dimebag and Vinnie Paul joined them onstage in 2004. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)
Jan 05, 2016•59 min•Ep. 14
Talk Toomey this week features not one, not two, but three special guests and we talk all things Star Wars and The Force Awakens. Jason T. Smith (Thrifty Business/ Thrift Hunters), Aljon Go (WDW Tiki Room, WDW After Dark) and Casey Sweet (Star Wars Junkie) all join the show to give their reviews, thoughts and opinions on The Force Awakens. Beware there are SPOILERS throughout. So sit back in your Chewbacca underoos and drink from your officially licensed Star Wars juice bottle as we delve into a...
Dec 28, 2015•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 13
This week Frank Fontsere calls in to the podcast. We discuss the European Fozzy tour that could have been derailed by the Paris terrorist attacks. Frank gives us details on the new Stuck Mojo record. I tell the story of my one and only encounter with Chris Jericho and how I thought he might beat me up. Overall a great chat with a dear friend. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)...
Dec 22, 2015•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 12
Kyle Baltus calls into the Talk Toomey Podcast from his tour stop in Las Vegas. Kyle and I talk his history with 36 Crazyfists, how he started playing drums and what the future holds for 36CF. Amazing conversation with Kyle. Also on this episode, I breakdown the upcoming Star Wars movie with my good friend Casey Sweet. Casey and I discuss the rumors surrounding Episode 7 and what the future holds for the franchise now that Disney is involved. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?...
Dec 14, 2015•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 11
Kyle Turley pancake blocks the Talk Toomey Podcast this week and comes with great stories. We discuss his love of Pantera, Slayer and the New Orleans metal scene. Kyle gives his views of youth football and the dangers of youth sports. He delves into his pregame ritual of Slayer. Kyle was open about his concussions over the years. Great chat about football and metal...what more could you want!!! Music Spotlight: Walking with Giants "Heavy Hand" Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey...
Dec 07, 2015•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 10
