This week we dive into the EDM world and talk with one of the biggest names in the game, Kayzo. He is known in the metal world for working with Of Mice & Men, Memphis May Fire, Atreyu and more. Kayzo joins Joshua Toomey to discuss his latest album, New Breed. He talks about how he got into metal and hardcore and how he wanted to blend the two styles together. Kayzo speaks on Korn being ahead of their time with the Dubstep album, how Skrillex changed the game and bringing bands out to do show...
Aug 11, 2022•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 403
Max Cavalera returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast. Max is on the show to discuss his latest Soulfly album, Totem. Max and Toomey discuss what the term "totem" means to Max and how we all wear our totems daily. He also talks about this being the first album post-Marc Rizzo and how that affected the songs. Max speaks on falling in love with shorter songs and writing with Zyon Cavalera. The guys look back on the recent touring that Max did with his brother Igor and their playing of classic Sepultura ...
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 402
The first ever live taping of Talk Toomey took place at Losers 812 in Jeffersonville, IN. Trey Landrum of Devil's Cut sat down with Joshua Toomey and talked about his recording at Jelly Roll's studio, adding country elements to rock and working with Wage War. Trey also discusses playing Welcome to Rockville and the making of the Devil's Cut videos. Next up, Lorin Kozlowski of the Roach Koach podcast joins the stage to breakdown Loudwire's Nu Metal Mt. Rushmore. The guys discuss the list and give...
Aug 02, 2022•48 min•Ep. 401
Stormi Maya of Cinnamon Babe joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Stormi talks with Joshua about the stir that has been caused by her track "Rock N Roll Is Black". Stormi responds to the gatekeeping in metal, how she is a gateway for some listeners and comment sections. She also speaks on how Tik Tok blew the song up and people reacting positively and negatively to the track. Stormi and Joshua discuss the origins of Cinnamon Babe and what the future holds. She also talks about her acting roles, the te...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 400
Nik Nocturnal joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Nik is on to discuss Termina's latest track, Translucent. Nik and Joshua also discuss fans of his YouTube channel being fans of his original work, how he doesn't want to tour and building a team around the band. Nik also talks about bands that got him into heavy music such as Avenged Sevenfold and Disturbed. Nik is well known for his quick guitar covers and the guys discuss the process of turning around a quick video. Nik also speaks on his ...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 399
Joshua and Chris start the show talking all things PANTERA REUNION!!! Jesse Barnett of Stick To Your Guns joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming record, Spectre. Jesse and Joshua take a deep dive into the tracks on the record and also talk about their recent tour with Rise Against. The guys talk about tour essentials and how a fresh pack of socks can change your week. Jesse also talks about his work with the homeless and more. Chris and Joshua return with their picks of the week and Chris tak...
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 398
Charlie Benante of Anthrax and Matt Byrne of Hatebreed join the Talk Toomey podcast together this week. The guys are on to discuss the upcoming Anthrax/ Black Label Society/ Hatebreed tour. Charlie talks about all the recent 40 years of Anthrax documentaries and looking back on the band personally. Matt discusses his 20 years in Hatebreed and how the time has flown by. Charlie talks about Pantera helping fly the flag of metal and the peaks and valleys of Anthrax. He speaks on shows post pandemic...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 397
Jason Wisdom of Becoming the Archetype joins the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss their latest album, Children of the Great Extinction. Jason breaks down the first single, The Lost Colony. The guys talk about Jason being out of BTA for 10 years and his returning to the band. He answers if past members were asked to contribute to the new album. Tour talk and much more. Toomey and Chris start the show with some talk of Chris' USFL team making the Super Bowl and some quick thoughts on Tracii Guns rec...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 396
Fred Coury makes his triumphant return to the Talk Toomey podcast. Fred joins Joshua and Chris to talk the legacy of Cinderella and thoughts on if a reunion would ever happen. Fred discusses the Motley Crue stadium tour and his thoughts on Poison never doing a bad show. The guys speak on scoring TV shows and Chris gets all his burning Arcade questions answered. Fred tells the story behind the Van Halen tunes he played with John 5, Corey Taylor and Michael Anthony. They finish up with some classi...
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 395
Aaron Matts returns to Talk Toomey this week. Aaron is on the show to discuss his new band ten56. Joshua and Aaron talk about him leaving Betraying The Martyrs, why there was no drama and forming the new band. Aaron gushes on Luka and his use of electronics in ten56. The guys also speak on starting a new band during the lockdowns and how it was an equal playing field for everyone. Aaron finishes up with the upcoming As I Lay Dying shows and the future of the band. Joshua and Chris start the show...
Jun 16, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 394
Gene Hoglan joins the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss all the things going on his world. Gene talks about joining the Twitch world, Death To All touring and leaving Testament. He also recalls knowing Dave Lombardo got the gig and people asking if he knew beforehand. Gene talks about staying busy during Covid by doing session work and studio time some gigantic projects. We also talk about his thoughts on being patient zero with Covid and his weight loss (Gene Slimmons!). Gene also gives his though...
Jun 09, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 393
Adam Gontier of Saint Asonia joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Adam is on the show to discuss the latest record, Introvert. He also talks about his history singing, recording the parts of the record separately and playing with Mike Mushok. Adam speaks on leaving Three Days Grace, rock radio and forming Saint Asonia. Joshua and Chris start out the show with Stranger Things spoilers. They discuss some record sales and touring numbers. Chris lets us know about Rich Ward playing out Britt Baker in AEW ...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 392
Raoul Kerr of Bloodywood joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Raoul is onto discuss their upcoming U.S. Tour, Rakshak and the metal scene in India. Raoul and Joshua talk about the formation of the band, going from viral covers to writing originals and adding traditional Indian instruments to the music. Raoul also discusses his love of Mike Shinoda and Linkin Park. Great story about meeting Jayant at the video shoot for the first time. Bloodywood are a breath of fresh air. Joshua and Chris start the sh...
May 26, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 391
Two great guests this week on the Talk Toomey podcast! First up we get a quick check in from Fozzy guitarist, Billy Grey. Billy discusses the writing process for the latest Fozzy record, Boombox. We also talk with him about his connection with Rich Ward, playing Chris Jericho to the ring and his project Tattoo the Scars. Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh (GFM) then join Joshua and Chris to discuss being the Queens of Beautycore, their meeting Jericho and him wanting them for tour and their drive to s...
May 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 390
Wade MacNeil of Alexisonfire joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Wade and Joshua discuss the upcoming record, Otherness. Wade also talks about the sound of the band over the years, getting in the room with the 5 guys and working out the vocals with the three singers. He also speaks on Alexisonfire playing the Olympics, his friendship with Jay Baruchel and appreciating the fans. Joshua and Wade debate the Misfits and even give love to the Graves era. Wade also talks about being on the Columbian Festiv...
May 12, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 389
Jonah Matranga of Onelinedrawing and Far joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Jonah discusses his upcoming album, Tenderwild, that will be released on June 24th. Jonah and Joshua talk about writing hooks, the collaborations on the album and songwriting in general. The guys go deep and talk about the struggles of growing up poor and his move to Sacramento. Jonah speaks on the early 90s Sacto scene, Far going out with Sepultura on the "Roots" tour and watching Deftones blossom. There is some Chi Cheng t...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 388
Wednesday 13 joins the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss his current "20 Years Of Fear" tour. During the conversation the guys hit on getting Alice Cooper on his record, touring with Doyle and collecting toys. Wednesday also discusses getting the phone call from Joey Jordison to form Murderdolls, flying to Iowa for the first time and both being from small towns. He also speaks on feeling cool around Joey due to all the other legends that would freak out on Joey being around. Wednesday talks about g...
Apr 28, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 387
Sergio Vega of Quicksand joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Sergio and Joshua discuss his latest writing and production project that will feature multiple vocalists including Keith Buckley. Sergio also speaks on his joining Deftones, relationship with Chi and his recent departure from the band. They also talk about being a hired gun versus a full member. Sergio is very candid in this interview with his time in Deftones. They also discuss Deftones playing Riot Fest with the Misfits, his ear...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 386
Carla Harvey of Butcher Babies joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Carla and Joshua discuss her book "Death and Other Dances", talk about being kids of divorce and Carla being a people person. Carla also speaks on her work in the funeral business and getting the bodies ready for viewing. They talk about the recording of the new Butcher Babies album in Michigan and the band staying together at a hunter's lodge AirBNB, A Talk Toomey is never complete without some Pantera talk. Carla remembers...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 385
The mighty Max Cavalera returns to Talk Toomey this week. Max and Joshua talk about the upcoming Cavalera tour where the brothers will play cuts from Beneath the Remains and Arise. They start the discussion with some Dino in Soulfly talk, the possibility of different guitarists on upcoming tour and being productive throughout the shutdowns. Max speaks on writing and recording BTR and Arise, working with Scott Burns and the growth between the two records. He also discusses the infamous Eddie Vedd...
Apr 07, 2022•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 384
Isaac Lamb of Kublai Khan joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Isaac is on to discusses the latest EP, Lowest Form Of Animal. He also speaks on writing drum parts for Kublai Khan, getting married during covid and his influences. Isaac talks about the Kublai Khan name fight with another band by the same name. He also gives his thoughts on the Kate Beckinsale Tik Tok video. Joshua and Chris start the show talking about the passing of Taylor Hawkins and their thoughts on the Will Smith slap. Th...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 383
Nicky Calonne & Alex Alereza of Nekrogoblikon join the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. The guys are on to discuss the upcoming release, The Fundamental Slimes and Humours. Nicky and Alex also talk about the difficulties in writing and recording during the pandemic, the evolution of John Goblikon and starting out on MySpace. They also discuss Hank the Tank, punching kids and being an independent band. Joshua and Chris start the show with some Dolly Parton vs The Rock hall talk. The guys debate...
Mar 24, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 382
John 5 returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast. John 5 is on to talk about his upcoming tour to promote his latest solo album, Sinner. John 5 discusses his latest show in Mexico City and love of guitar. The guys also discuss the Dave Mustaine and Carla Harvey cameos on Sinner. He talks about is love of Marty's guitar tone with Megadeth. John 5 discusses his love of the bluegrass shredders from the 50s and 60s. He also tells the story of Peter Criss playing drums on a track on Sinner and the jam with ...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 381
Alicia Taylor of Cherry Bombs joins the show this week to discuss the troops latest show, Macabaret. Alicia and Joshua talk about the storyline behind the show and bringing the show into the clubs. Alicia also discusses what drives her to make Cherry Bombs into one of the biggest acts out. She touches on performing at Knotfest LA and the show being a family affair. They also talk about both being at Knotfest Iowa and watching Corey Taylor be a proud dad watching Vended play. Check out Cherry Bom...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 380
Matty Mullins returns to the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss all things "Remade in Misery". Matty and Joshua talk about releasing multiple singles prior to the album release. Matty lets us know about writing with not only the headphone listener in mind but also the large festival crowd. He talks about some of the topics of the album such as depression and more. The guys discuss Head from Korn praising his BBQing skills and how he met Head with Kathy Lee Gifford. Touring plans and their last-minut...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 379
An old friend stops by this week. Frank Fontsere is on to talk about his recent departure from Fozzy, talk about the last few years in the band and what is up with Stuck Mojo. Frank talks about filming the Sane video and having to ride the wooden roller coaster over and over. We talk about the effect the song Judas had on Fozzy and how the crowds changed over the years. Frank talks a little Stuck Mojo and about the current state of that band. We also talk about him getting off the road to be wit...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 378
Derrick Green of Sepultura joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week to discuss their upcoming tour with Sacred Reich and Crowbar. Derrick and Joshua also talk about living abroad, tour must haves and Quadra. Derrick also let's us know his favorite moments during the SepulQuarta sessions. The guys go into Derrick's early days in Cleveland and talk Derrick's love of skateboarding. Joshua and Chris start the show talking about their love of Sepultura over the years and Chris believes if you checked ...
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 377
Morgan Lander of Kittie joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Morgan is on to discuss Kittie returning to the stage at The When We Were Young Festival. Morgan answers all the questions about Kittie being added to the bill. She talks about Ivy coming back for these shows and what it took to get her to commit. Thoughts behind the setlist, being one of the heavier bands and one of the only nu metal bands on the bill. Morgan also talks the future of Karkaos and more. Joshua and Chris start off the show wit...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 376
The riff lord himself, Kirk Windstein joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Kirk is on to discuss Crowbar's upcoming album, Zero and Below. Kirk discusses the album being shelved during the pandemic and how excited he is to finally get it out. Kirk and Joshua also talk about Kirk's solo album, his Top 5 Kiss albums and meeting Ace Frehley. Kirk gives us an update on his recent neck issues and hits us with some Dimebag stories. Joshua and Chris start off the show discussing Josh losing his voice. They a...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 375
Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Joshua and Tyler discuss their latest record, Say Nothing. Tyler also talks about the shortening of the name to Theory over the years and if they should have listened to the record label early in their career. He talks about getting signed through Chad Kroeger and Nickleback, working with the WWE and playing a Grey Cup halftime. Tyler gives us his Top 5 Canadian Bands. He also talks about some of the grossest food eat...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 374
