Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

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: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. Music on this episode from Judas Priest, Wage War, Megadeth and Snot ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 such bands as Tool, Megadeth and Paramore. Jeremy comes on to talk about our first times meeting Metallica, Pantera and Life of Agony. Jeremy also talks about the horrors of driving Marilyn Manson. Jeremy has great stories about driving Dave Mustaine and talking with him for hours on the road. ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 host of the Head For The Barricade podcast. Matt and I discuss the history of Nu Metal and his latest book. Music on the episode from Kittie, Mudvayne and Skindred. ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 episode from Stryper, Lords of Black and Animal Drive ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 about Loudwire's Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction series. Robb Rivera hits us with a Snapcase classic for his pick of the week. ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 guests on this episode. Eddy and I peal back the layers of podcasting and so much more. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives us his favorite Down song for his weekly Pick From The Kit ROCK N POD TICKET LINK CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Sevendust CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Rivera of nonpoint hits us with a Sepultura classic for his weekly Pick From The Kit CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE:Patreon Paypal Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.