Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

Travis Turner of the As The Story Grows podcast is the guest this week. Travis is one of my favorite podcasters in the game and it was time to have him on for his solo episode. Travis and I talk about his upbringing in music and having to hide metal albums from his parents. We discuss his early bands and opening for Biohazard. Travis talks about his journey in podcasting and his favorite guests that have turned into friendships. And last but not least, we talk about our podcast supergroup PODTERA!! I discuss the latest issues with Five Finger Death Punch, play my contribution to the latest Skribbal mixtape and some Megadeth. GUEST WEBSITE: As The Story Grows WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Some bonus content for you while I'm on my honeymoon. I was recently on the Classic Metal Show and talked about bands playing to backing tracks, Rex Brown, White Zombie and more. Thanks to Chris Akin for letting me throw this up for your ears. 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.

Some bonus content for you while I'm on my honeymoon. I was recently on the Classic Metal Show and told my story of meeting President Bill Clinton and Marty Friedman on the same night. Also talked some Primer 55. Thanks to Chris Akin for letting me throw this up for your ears. 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.

Cody Perez of Amerakin Overdose joins the podcast this week. The outspoken and controversial vocalist talks about the latest news with AOD and their latest album. He lets us know how the collaboration with Waylon Reavis came together. Cody and I also discuss the struggle for up and coming bands and how we hate the system of clubs taking cuts of the merch. Cody lets us know if he still has issues with 36 Crazyfists drummer Kyle Baltus (hint....he doesn't). Cody also tells a story about seeing Primer 55 when he was teenager. WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Donald Tardy joins the podcast this week to talk about Obituary's self titled album. We also talk about their current tour and John Tardy's voice. Don tells a story about watching Slayer play while talking with Nicko McBrain. Donald also talks about his time in Andrew W.K. and playing SNL. WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Eyal Levi of Nailthemix.com joins the podcast this week. Eyal was also in the band Daath. We talk about the pipeline from Daath to Chimaira that seemed to take place. Eyal also tells us about his teaching platform Nail the Mix. You cannot go wrong giving this episode a listen. Eyal gives you a behind the scenes look at what goes on with your favorite recordings. We also have a voicemail from Loose Cannon of Cobras and Fire Cover of the Week is from The Melvins doing Kiss' Going Blind WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Quick chat with Fozzy guitarist Billy Grey. We talk about the new Fozzy single, their current tour and plans for the remainder of the year. Billy also talks about the Cyberstar single "Floods". Music on this bonus clip from Fozzy and Cyberstar. WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Mark Slaughter joins the podcast for the monumental 100th episode. Mark tells us about his new solo album "Halfway There" that is due out on May 26th. We talk about the mystery that is Vinnie Vincent. Mark talks about the difference between a Slaughter album and a Mark Slaughter solo album. He discusses his relationship with David Ellefson and the EMP Label Group. Mark also talks about living in Nashville and how much the city has changed in the last 20 years. In celebration of the 100th episode, I asked for listener voice mails. There are comments, questions and requests. Music from Spineshank, Ill Nino, 12v Negative Earth and more. WEBSITE: TalkToomeyPod.com CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.

Wednesday 13 joins the show this week. We discuss his new album "Condolences" and the new direction of the band. Wednesday talks about playing in bands in the early 90s and what he thought about Marilyn Manson when he came out. the Murderdolls are brought up and he talks about Joey Jordison getting back behind the kit. We also get super nerdy and talk about collecting toys. He is a huge collector of 80s toys such as MOTU, G.I. Joe and more. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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 sat down with Robb Rivera recently at their show here in Louisville. Robb and I talked about the coincidental tragedies that seem to follow nonpoint. We talk about collecting vinyl and some of his recent finds. Robb talks about his love of thrash. We also talk about life, kids and more. I say a few words about the untimely passing of Matt Holt. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter SPONSORS: PUCK HCKY STORE: Talk Toomey Merch Talk Toomey Logo Tee ADVERTISE: Advertisecast DONATE:Patreon Paypal Rock n Pod Expo GoFundMe 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.