Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

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 Kevin Smith. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives 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.

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 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.

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 tour. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives us his weekly Pick From The Kit and talks about the V.I.P. perks on the upcoming Butcher Babies/ Nonpoint tour. Music on this episode from Cane Hill. Sick Of It All, Deftones and nothingface. 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.

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 nu metal”. He talks about having to dump the name Devil You Know and now going by Light The Torch. They also talk fishing, some hilarious things Howard has done on stage and upcoming tour for Light The Torch. Howard Jones also recently was photographed hanging out with his former band mates in Killswitch Engage and about spending time with them he said “They Are Friends Who Saw Me At My Worst…It Was Good To See Them Again”. . Josh answers some listener and Facebook Live questions. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives 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.

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 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.

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: 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.

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 Down. 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.

Ryan Phillips of Story of the Year joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. Ryan and I discuss their new album "Wolves" that is out now. We also talk about their journey from St. Louis to California and back. Ryan goes in depth about working with John Feldmann, Steve Evetts and more. Ryan and I go way back so we also discuss Big Blue Monkey and playing shows together in the late 90s. Music on this episode from Story of the Year and The Misfits. 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.

Bad Wolves drummer John Boecklin joins the podcast this week. John and I talk about the hype train that is Bad Wolves. We discuss the upcoming 5FDP tour, his time in Devildriver and how Tommy Vext came into BW. John also tells a few great Phil Anselmo stories and talks about his Patriots in the Super Bowl. Robb Rivera makes his weekly "Pick From The Kit" Music on this episode from Black Sabbath 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 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.

Gene Hoglan of Testament returns to the podcast this week. Gene and I talk about the upcoming Slayer tour. Gene discusses the very first Slayer tour and how he was the 16 year old lighting guy. Gene also talks about the Inside Metal: The Rise of LA Thrash documentary, the timetable of the next Testament record and if he wants to do another Atomic Clock DVD. Gene has stories for days. Ian Wadley of The Rock and Metal Combat Podcast is the cohost of the episode. Ian and I yap all about his great podcast, Slayer, New Orleans, their adventures at the first Rock N Pod Expo and even some football talk. Robb Rivera of nonpoint also makes his "Robb's Pick From The Kit" Music on this episode from S.O.D., Testament, Uncle Acid and the deadbeats and Refused. 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.