Mike Williams of The Agony Scene joins the podcast this week. Mike and I discuss what brought them back from their lengthy hiatus. We also talk about the band's early days in Tulsa, OK. We also bring up the other big band from Tulsa, Hanson. Mike and I talk about being dads in bands and trying to be good parents. But most of all we discuss "Tormentor", the band's latest album. Before I talk to Mike I give a couple of concert reviews. I went to see The Fucking Pantera Cover Band on Friday and the...
Aug 02, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 189
Skinny from Mushroomhead calls in this week to talk about their upcoming DVD release "Volume III". Skinny and I also talk about the Cleveland music scene, water drums and the process of masking up a new member. Skinny also talks about the departure of Jeffrey Nothing. We discuss why Mushroomhead is not on Spotify and other streaming services and many more topics. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/III-Mushroomhead/dp/B07DPLN5F6>PREORDER MUSHROOMHEAD VOLUME III HERE I give a quick review of th...
Jul 26, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 188
Joey Jordison of Sinsaenum joins the podcast this week. Joey talks about the new Sinsaenum album that is due out soon. Joey and I also talk about working with a band that is half in America and half in France. We also discuss his time in Korn, news on a new Vimic album and the future of The Murderdolls. Music on this episode from Sinsaenum, Slipknot and Foxbat Don't miss Robb Rivera's Pick From The Kit CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming...
Jul 19, 2018•49 min•Ep. 187
Ro Kohli of War Machine Marketing returns to the podcast to talk about their exclusive Mini Pantera guitars. The guitars will only be available at the San Diego Comicon this weekend. Ro and I also talk about our love of Pantera, should I go and see a Pantera Tribute band and his thoughts on the Star Wars franchise. As most of you know, Ro is a talker and has great stories. Hit that play button and sit back for the ride! CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: T...
Jul 17, 2018•41 min•Ep. 186
Spider One joins the show for a nice almost hour conversation. Spider talks about the history of the band and giving props to his heroes. We discuss PM5K opening for Kiss on the 1997 reunion tour. Spider tells about the transition from Mega Kung Fu Radio to Tonight The Stars Revolt!. Spider also talks about the current state of rock radio and the mostly ups of touring. Music from Powerman 5000 and Sepultura CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Fl...
Jul 12, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 185
Rob "Blasko" Nicholson joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week to discuss his latest venture entitled "A New Level". A New Level podcast recently dropped 10 episodes with interviews from music business veterans from all levels. Blasko also talks about his time in Drown, one of favorite bands in the 90s. We go over his talk of retirement from playing in bands once Ozzy is over and how often they play when Ozzy is on tour. But the main thing we discuss is podcasting and our love of the medium. Mus...
Jul 09, 2018•45 min•Ep. 184
Skye and Matt from Sumo Cyco call into the show this week. We discuss Vinnie Paul being at their recent show in Las Vegas and their favorite Pantera albums. They talk about their video making process and how they do it totally DIY. I talk with Skye about her pop past and getting to tour with Britney Spears and being the singing voice of Barbie. The band also talks about the pluses of being an independent band and the future of Sumo Cyco. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives us a metal classic for his P...
Jul 05, 2018•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 183
Mikey Doling of Snot and Channel Zero is the guest this week. Mikey calls in to talk all things Snot, his time in Soulfly and Channel Zero. Mikey tells great Lynn Strait stories and how the band formed. Mikey also discusses how he quickly joined Soulfly and played Australian Festivals without any rehearsals. We have to talk Pantera and the late great Vinnie Paul. He also catches us up on his management company and the band Channel Zero. I talk a little more about Vinnie Paul in the intro to the ...
Jul 02, 2018•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 182
Mikey Doling of Snot and Channel Zero is the guest this week. Mikey calls in to talk all things Snot, his time in Soulfly and Channel Zero. Mikey tells great Lynn Strait stories and how the band formed. Mikey also discusses how he quickly joined Soulfly and played Australian Festivals without any rehearsals. We have to talk Pantera and the late great Vinnie Paul. He also catches us up on his management company and the band Channel Zero. I talk a little more about Vinnie Paul in the intro to the ...
Jun 28, 2018•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 181
I just learned of the passing of Vinnie Paul. I am, as you all know, a massive Pantera fan and this is all I could think to do. I tell a couple of stories about meeting Vinnie throughout the years and seeing him live. Vinnie was a monster behind the kit and a true rock star out from behind it. Please email stories about meeting Vinnie or seeing Pantera or Hellyeah live into the show and I can do a part 2 of this episode. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: ...
Jun 23, 2018•10 min•Ep. 180
Two great interviews this week. First up is the vocal tandem of Briton Bond and Cody Quistad of Wage War. Both guys come on the podcast to talk about the upcoming Warped Tour, Johnny Cash and their history with A Day To Remember. Second on the bill is my chat with Ron Williams of Ronzworld Guitars. Ron is an artist that specializes in custom paint jobs. Ron has painted guitars for Louder Than Life, Carolina Rebellion and more. Awesome chat with a guy that went for it and made his dream a career....
Jun 21, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 179
Robb Rivera joins the show for the 3rd time to talk about the upcoming Nonpoint album "X". Robb took some time out from the sightseeing on Venice Beach and touring with Butcher Babies. Robb and I discuss the writing and recording of the latest album, taking time off and the future of Nonpoint. Robb and I also talk about which is better Song Writing or Technical Ability. Jeremy Owsley is one of my oldest friends in not just the music world, but life. Jeremy is a tour bus driver and has driven suc...
Jun 14, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 178
Oh man, what an episode. The podcast has truly gone global on this one. Morgan Lander of Kittie calls in to the podcast. We talk about their new documentary "Origins/Evolutions". Morgan and I discuss the history of Kittie and what were we all thinking with our fashion choices! Morgan also sets me straight on the Canadian delicacy, the back bacon sandwich. This was a fun trip down memory lane. First up on the episode is my chat with Matt Karpe, author of Nu Metal: Resurgence. Matt is also the hos...
Jun 07, 2018•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 177
Nick Tieder is the GM of Frontiers Music and he joins the show this week. Nick has a great story in the music industry starting with Roadrunner Records and now with Frontiers Music. Nick is a fan first and an industry vet last. Nick and I discuss the Stryper vs Walmart debacle, working with the Dokken reunion and he tells us about the new bands they are championing. I begin this episode with an announcement from the Rock N Pod Expo and my thoughts on Vinnie Vincent backing out. Music on this epi...
May 31, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 176
Brandan Schieppati of Bleeding Through joins the show this week. Brandan and I discuss Bleeding Through's return from hiatus. Brandan talks about why they returned, why they left in the first place and whatever happened to his podcast. Brandan peels back the music and touring business. Brandan also tells us his sports loves and talking with Drew Brees. Graham Hartmann, the senior writer of Loudwire, joins the show to discuss bands continuing on with just one original member. Graham also talks ab...
May 24, 2018•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 175
Woody Weatherman of the mighty Corrosion of Conformity joins the show this week. Woody talks about the latest COC album "No Cross, No Crown". We also discuss touring with Black Label Society and some historic tours with Metallica and Megadeth. Woody tells us about the relationship between James Hetfield and Corrosion of Conformity. Woody also remembers a pre-White Zombie Sean Yseult. We end on a breakdown of a track off "No Cross, No Crown". Eddy Torres of the Rock n Roll Beer Guy Podcast also g...
May 17, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 174
Dez Fafara returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast. Dez calls in to talk about the upcoming Devildriver release "Outlaws Till The End". We discuss our mutual love of country music and the origins of this country covers album. Dez goes into detail about working with John Carter Cash and John's stories about his dad. Chris Czynszak of the Decibel Geek Podcast calls in to talk about the upcoming Rock N Pod Expo. Robb Rivera hits us with a great Prong tune for his Pick From The Kit CONTACT: Email Talk To...
May 10, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 173
Sevendust legend John Connolly returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast. John and I discuss their new album "All I See Is War". We talk for over an hour about all things Sevendust, his previous band and how is Projected album was taken in by the fans. I do cheat and ask a series of fan submitted questions, but they do get great responses. All in all this is a great chat and John is definitely a talker. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives his weekly Pick From The Kit Music on this episode from Heartsick and ...
May 03, 2018•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 172
I recently sat down with Max Cavalera before their show in Louisville, KY. Max and I discuss the new Soulfly album and the return to the tribal roots of the band. We discuss his growing up in Brazil and how he and his friends found new music. Max and I talk about his love for the Killer Be Killed project and more. Also on this episode is co-host Lorin Kozlowski of the Roach Koach podcast. Lorin and I review the Soulfly show, talk Rock n Pod 2 and discuss the Inkcarceration Fest lineup. Robb Rive...
Apr 26, 2018•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 171
Brian "Head" Welch joins the ranks of the Talk Toomey Podcast. Head and I talk about his upcoming documentary "Loud Krazy Love", being a rock star dad and some Korn memories. Head talks about playing with Mike Bordin from Faith No More. We talk about his coming back to Korn and what Korn means to him today. Head evens gets a few questions in on me. Robb Rivera gives us one of his favorite Iron Maiden tracks for his weekly Pick From The Kit Music on this episode from Korn, Iron Maiden and REdEFIN...
Apr 19, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 170
Heidi Shepherd guests this week on the podcast. Heidi and I discuss the ups and downs of being a lady in the music business. Heidi talks about the journey from cover band to one of the most rising bands in metal. We talk about Wendy O Williams and the famed nipple tape. We also discuss our love of Garth Brooks. Heidi and I also talk about the latest album "Lilith" and the jam of all jams "POMONA"!! Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives his weekly "Pick From The Kit" CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toome...
Apr 12, 2018•1 hr•Ep. 169
Sean Yseult of White Zombie joins the show this week. Sean and I discuss her history in music and how she met up with the White Zombie guys. We discuss their rise through the ranks and working with the great Michael Alago. Sean talks about her post WZ bands Famous Monsters and Star and Dagger. We also talk about White Zombie's relationship with Pantera. So much goodness on this episode. Robb Rivera of nonpoint gives his weekly Pick From The Kit. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Ta...
Apr 06, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 168
Wendy Dio returns to talk about the upcoming Ride For Ronnie. Wendy and I discuss the ride, the performers and the cause. We also discuss Ronnie's relationship with Tenacious D. Wendy also weighs in on the hypothetical match up between herself and Sharon Osbourne. From the press release: It’s nearly time once again for the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund’s annual Ride for Ronnie, which is in it’s fourth year now! This year’s event will take place on Sunday, May 6, 2018. The ride ...
Apr 05, 2018•31 min•Ep. 167
Frank Fontsere of Fozzy returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Frank and I talk about the Judas effect and what that song means to his career. We discuss how famous Chris Jericho really is and my one interaction with Jericho. Frank talks about the legacy of Stuck Mojo and how fans still some up to him today to talk about the impact of Stuck Mojo. Jon Beatty from Jon's Untitled Podcast joins the show this week to guest co-host. Jon and I talk about Buckle Up For Chi, deftones and some Kevi...
Mar 29, 2018•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 166
Jeff Irwin of Will Haven joins the podcast this week. Jeff and I discuss his growing up in Sacramento and the great bands of that scene. Jeff talks about his ties to deftones and the importance of Chi Cheng. He also tells us about how Chris Fehn of Slipknot joined Will Haven for an album. But the main reason Jeff joins the show is to talk about the new album from Will Haven entitled "Muerte". The album is out March 23rd. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives his weekly Pick From The Kit. CONTACT: Email ...
Mar 22, 2018•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 165
Elijah Witt of Cane Hill graces the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Elijah and I talk about their rise to being the kings of modern Nu Metal. Touring with Devildriver, Atreyu and Light the Torch and what those singers taught him. We learn that his brother is Phil Anslemo's banker. We discuss the latest album "Too Far Gone". Elijah also takes us on a journey through the ICP tour they opened. He also let's us know the backstory of "It Follows" and discusses the upcoming Butcher Babies/ Nonpoint tou...
Mar 15, 2018•58 min•Ep. 164
This week on Talk Toomey: The Metal Nexus Podcast host Joshua Toomey welcomed the man with the golden pipes himself Howard Jones. The two tell a slew of tour stories from over the years of playing stages across the country and abroad. The guys also talk about their JNCO jeans from back in the late 90’s that were so popular. The jean company tried to make a comeback but failed and announced recently they would be closing the door yet again. Toomey also refers to Howard as “the voice that killed n...
Mar 08, 2018•1 hr•Ep. 163
That Metal Show host Jim Florentine is the first guest this week. Jim has a new book out called "Everybody is Awful (Except You). Jim and I talk about the latest Judas Priest news, the state of metal media and pre-cellphone porn. John Klagholz of Vexes also joins the show to discuss their latest album, starting a new band in this time period and the Philadelphia Eagles winning the Super Bowl. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint returns with his "Pick From The Kit" CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Face...
Mar 01, 2018•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 162
Steve Thompson is a 7x Grammy-winner and has worked on 150+ diamond, platinum and gold records. Steve worked with Metallica, Guns N Roses, Anthrax, Life of Agony, Korn and many others through the years. Steve and I discuss working on Appetite For Destruction, ...And Justice For All, Ugly, Bring the Noize and Korn's Follow The Leader. Steve is a treasure trove of knowledge and this interview was just scratching the surface. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint returns with his "Pick From The Kit" CONTACT: Ema...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 161
Ryan J Downey of Speak N' Destroy podcast joins the show. This episode sees Josh and Ryan talking about the Metallica and Megadeth lineage, growing up listening to Metallica and other Metallica nuggets. Ryan also talks about how he got into journalism and his early days in the band Burn It Down. He tells us about his entrance into MTV and how he became a writer on the show Movie House. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint returns with his "Pick From The Kit" Music on this episode from Metallica and Burn It D...
Feb 18, 2018•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 160
