

Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey
Joshua Toomey
In the world of music podcasting, there are basically two categories - podcasts by fans, and podcasts by famed musicians that have reached the pinnacle of success. Somewhere in the middle of that is the Talk Toomey podcast. Hosted by Joshua Toomey, who previously was a member of national recording artists Primer 55, Talk Toomey avoids the pitfalls of fandom and the backslapping glad handing that comes from successful bands shamelessly talking to each other. Instead, you get focused, powerful and real looks into “the inner circle” of being a hard rock/heavy metal band, complete with questions most are too afraid to ask because their experience doesn’t meet or exceed the level needed to ask and relate. Talk Toomey has been regularly hailed as a top show since the onset, being highlighted on sites like Blabbermouth, Brave Words, etc. Talk Toomey is released for music fans free every Thursday!
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Dec 20, 2018 • 52min
Ep. 190 Christmas with the Cavaleras
Richie Cavalera joins the show this week to discuss the latest Incite album. Richie talks about touring with his brother in Lody Kong. We also reflect on Christmas with family, when Christmas was the best for Richie and how Max Cavalera shops for presents. Music on this episode from Incite, Sepultura, Soulfly, Lody Kong and Cavalera Conspiracy. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Dec 13, 2018 • 52min
Ep. 189 Billy Graziadei (BillyBio, Biohazard)
The legend himself, Billy Graziadei of Biohazard fame is the guest this week. Billy is on to talk about his new solo venture, BillyBio. We also discuss Biohazard and the connection with Onyx, touring with Pantera, touring with Ozzy and porn being shot on their bus (spoiler: Sharon was not happy). But most of all we talk about his solo tour and the pressures of going it on his own.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Dec 6, 2018 • 48min
Ep. 188 Robb Rivera (Nonpoint)
Robb Rivera sat down with me at Nonpoint's recent stop in Louisville. Robb and I picked our top 3 songs of 2018. We also discuss the greatness of Howard Jones, touring with P.O.D. and Nonpoint's latest video. Let me know your top 3 songs of 2018 on Facebook and Twitter. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Nov 29, 2018 • 1h 19min
Ep. 187 Chris Akin (Classic Metal Show)
Chris Akin of the Classic Metal Show joins the podcast this week to discuss his latest book "Cause and Effect: Turbo". We talk all things Judas Priest, backstage at shows and our stance on autographs. Nice long talk with Chris that doesn't disappoint. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Nov 22, 2018 • 38min
Ep. 186 Trevor Phipps (Unearth)
Trevor Phipps of Unearth is the guest this week. Unearth "Extinction(s)" is set for release on 11/23 via Century Media. Trevor and I discuss the current political landscape, festival touring and The New England Patriots. Music on the episode from Unearth, Bury Your Dead and Bad Wolves.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Nov 15, 2018 • 57min
Ep. 185 Mark Tremonti // Jake "The Snake" Roberts
WWE Hall of Famer, Jake The Snake Roberts joins the show for a quick chat. Jake is on to talk about his upcoming "Dirty Details" spoken word tour. Jake also reflects on Andre The Giant, Alice Cooper and Stone Cold Steve Austin.Mark Tremonti then joins the show to discuss all things Tremonti. Mark and I discuss his writing process for 2 bands at the same time. We also talk about pinball machines, the movie Creed and winning the lottery. Mark was a great guest and fun to talk with. Robb Rivera joins the show 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 PaypalSupport 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.

Nov 1, 2018 • 1h 14min
Ep. 184 Jeremy Wagner (Broken Hope) // Stephen Pearcy (Ratt)
This week we are joined by author of Rabid Heart and guitarist of Broken Hope, Jeremy Wagner. Jeremy is on to talk about his book Rabid Heart and the origins of his writing career. Jeremy and I also discuss his writing process and if writing lyrics translates to his book work. Jeremy also tells the story of buying the collection of Jeff Hanneman of Slayer's guitar collection.Up next is a quick chat with Stephen Pearcy of Ratt. Stephen talks about his upcoming solo album and what is in the works for Ratt. Robb Rivera gives us a Machine Head classic for his Pick From The KitCONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Oct 25, 2018 • 1h 13min
Ep. 183 Jake E. Lee // John Cooper (Skillet/ Fight the Fury)
This is an action packed episode with two great interviews. Up first is the bassist and vocalist of Skillet, John Cooper. John is on to discuss his new project, Fight The Fury. Fight The Fury is the heavier side of John Cooper. We talk about the album, Still Burning, and future Skillet plans.Next up is the legend himself, Jake E. Lee. Jake is on to discuss the latest Red Dragon Cartel album, Patina. Jake and I also talk about the one time he met Zakk Wylde, his thoughts on Yngwie and his writing of "Rock N Roll Rebel". We also go over the writing process and jamming in room with your band versus file sharing. We also play a track by the great up and coming band Verses.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Oct 18, 2018 • 41min
Ep. 182 Max Cavalera (Soulfly)
Max Cavalera returns to Talk Toomey this week to talk about the latest Soulfly release Ritual. Ritual will be released this Friday through Nuclear Blast Records. The album is a throwback to early Soulfly. Max and I discuss Marc Rizzo and his outstanding playing on this release. Zyon Cavalera on drums steps up and delivers. We also discuss the recording of Ritual with Josh Wilbur and the album's crushing tones. Max also talks about when and if they will celebrate Chaos A.D. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport 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.

Oct 11, 2018 • 1h 9min
Ep. 181 Seann Nicols (Westfield Massacre) // Ken Mills
Seann Nicols of The Westfield Massacre joins the show to discuss their upcoming release. Seann also talks about how he joined former Guns N Roses drummer Steven Adler in Adler's Appetite through a radio show. We talk about his time in Quiet Riot and how that soured. But most importantly we talk all things Westfield Massacre.The Podfather himself, Ken Mills, stops by for a chat about Zilch!. Zilch is the all Monkees podcast that knocked Talk Toomey out of the Podcast Kings bracket that was put on by Ear Peeler. Robb Rivera returns with 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 PaypalSupport 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.