Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

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. The guys give their opinions on the latest Skid Row vocalist. They finish the episode with talks about 20/20, Gremlins 2 and Gerard Way. 

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 the Snot vs $not debacle. Is Nu Metal Back? Rob Zombie and Mudvayne tour talk and Phil Anselmo wants to write a Rob Halford sounding metal record. They give their picks of the week and Toomey reviews The Batman. The guys finish up with some NFL talk. 

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 Corey Taylor, Michael Anthony and Fred Coury. He gives his memories from over the years with the Slipknot camp. They do a lightning round with his thoughts on working with K.D. Lang, David Lee Roth, Rob Halford and Rob Zombie.  The guys finish with John 5's Top 5 KISS Albums. Joshua and Chris start the show talking about another Joshua Toomey winning 5 million dollars on a scratch off! They also discuss Sergio from Deftones leaving the band and how many of our favorite bands have hired guns. They also go into Tommy Vext being a guest on Chris Akin Presents and play a clip of audio from that interview. You know it's about Covid! After the John 5 interview, they discuss the Louder Than Life festival line up and Toomey recently going to see Tool. They finish with some recommendations including Generation Kill, Vexed and yard sales!

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 Bombs soon at Louder Than Life and Aftershock Festivals.Joshua and Chris start the show talking about Corey Taylor's recent comments on the passing of Joey Jordison. The guys also discuss Dave Lombardo rejoining Testament. After the interview, they discuss their picks of the week including ERRA and Allegaeon.

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-minute addition to last year's Louder Than Life are discussed. Joshua and Chris start the show with hypothetical Primer 55 tour talk. Joshua gives his thoughts on the passing of The Amazing Jonathan. The guys also discuss the Chris Barnes vs The Entire Death Metal Community nonsense and Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown doing joint interviews about the 30th Anniversary of Vulgar.

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 with family and he talks about his art. Always great to catch up with Frank.We start the show with talking some recent news. We talk about the upcoming Corey Taylor B-Sides album, Marzi leaving Exhorder and give our thoughts on the Super Bowl Half Time show. We end with some recommendations and picks of the week.

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 out on Sepultura when Max left you are missing out on a ton of great music. They discuss Munky from Korn talking about heavy music not being mainstream at the moment. Killswitch Engage live with both Howard and Jesse is debated. Cliff Burton Day, Toomey Tour stories and more also on this episode. 

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 with their thoughts on Jonny Z passing away and their plan to purchase Vinnie Paul's Dallas Mansion.

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 also talk about their love of Crowbar and the Down guys. The guys finish off with some Kiss talk and give their recommendations for the week.

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 eaten as poor kid. Joshua and Chris start the show off talking about the Knotfest Roadshow announcement. The guys talk in length about the Every Time I Die breakup. Chris and Joshua  give their thoughts on Tyler's Top 5 list. They finish up with some recommendations including Fit For An Autopsy and When We Were Young Fest talk.