Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

In this week's episode of the Nu Pod, Toomey and Ro feature an interview with the legendary Max Cavalera, founder of the metal band Soulfly. The focus of the discussion revolves around Max Cavalera's current project, "Go Ahead and Die," and their upcoming tour. The guys express excitement about the intense schedule of the tour and highlight Max Cavalera's dedication to metal, emphasizing his authenticity in living and breathing the genre.The episode starts with reflections on the new year, with the guys expressing enthusiasm for the upcoming episodes and guests lined up for 2024. They tease a history of Roadrunner Records documentary that is in the works, featuring insights from former employees and artists associated with the influential metal label. The hosts discuss a post shared by Monte Conner, a legendary figure associated with Roadrunner Records, revealing details about the label's attempt to sign Deftones in the early '90s.Moving on, the guys delve into the metal scene's current landscape, reacting to Mudvayne's Chad Gray's comments about the perceived lack of originality in new music. They challenge Gray's perspective, citing several bands that, in their opinion, bring fresh and innovative elements to the genre. The hosts also touch upon Fear Factory's plans to release a new studio album in 2024 with vocalist Milo Sylvestro, expressing their anticipation for the project.In a new segment, Ro introduces a metal-themed comic book called "Belzebubs." They provide details about the humorous storyline featuring a black metal family. The guys close the episode with a discussion on Godsmack, debating whether the band falls within the nu metal genre or not, considering their distinctive sound and position in the early 2000s rock scene.Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #soulfly #maxcavalera

Toomey catches up with Dom and Sam from Ithaca at Louder Than life. The band meets the warmth of the south- the duo shares their thoughts on the sunny vibes and the incredible reception from the American crowd. Dive into the behind-the-scenes of their first-ever U.S. show, the highs, the lows, and the unwavering support from the fans. Raw honesty, technical difficulties, and a fill-in drummer - the real deal. Get the scoop on their latest album, "They Fear Us." From the powerful vocals to the intense emotions, Ithaca takes you on a journey of healing from trauma. It's not just metal; it's a message of rebuilding and standing true to oneself. Let's reminisce about the nu-metal era! Ithaca draws inspiration from the emotional depth of bands like Korn and Deftones. Discover how they bring a positive spin to the genre, channeling anger into something meaningful. What's next for Ithaca? Dive into their future plans - a colossal show in the UK, capturing the album live, and gearing up for a new project! Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #louderthanlife #ithaca  

Unleash the power of metal with the latest Talk Toomey interview featuring the legendary Dino Cazares of Fear Factory! Join the conversation as Dino delves into the intricate dynamics of his role within the band, drawing parallels to the wisdom imparted by none other than Dave Mustaine of Megadeth. Discover the roots of Fear Factory as Dino unveils the intense journey of auditions that led to the birth of this iconic metal force. Metallica fans, this one's for you! Learn how the colossal track "One" served as a template for Dino's creative process and left an indelible mark on Fear Factory's sound. Dive deep into the conversation as Dino opens up about the intriguing association with the term "Nu Metal" and its profound connection to the seminal track "New Breed." Unravel the layers of the metal genre with a musician who's been at the forefront of shaping its evolution. Everyone is buzzing with talks of Nu Metal's resurgence, and Dino shares his insights on this exhilarating revival. Get ready to headbang as he recounts meeting the legendary Ross Robinson, who produced Fear Factory's early demos. Dino discusses his history with Robb Flynn and Machine Head, offering a glimpse into the dynamic world of metal collaborations. Dino reflects on the evolution of Fear Factory's new singer, Milo Silvestro, and the changes he brings to the table. And here's a surprise revelation – Dino doesn't get nervous to go on stage, but you'll be intrigued to hear what does make him nervous! Get ready for an epic journey through metal history, insights into the creative process, and a glimpse into the mind of Dino Cazares that will leave you craving for more. Hit play now and turn up the volume to experience the raw energy of Fear Factory like never before!Toomey's Depop @ www.depop.com/talktoomeyJoshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​#interview #numetal #knotfest #fearfactory 

Dive into the world of Dance Gavin Dance with an exclusive interview on Nu Pod from Louder Than Life! Join Matt and Will as they share insights about their single, 'The Ghost of Billy Royalton,' a heartfelt tribute to their late bass player. Get the inside scoop on their Sacramento roots, connections with hometown heroes like Deftones, and memorable collaborations with Chino Moreno. Brace yourself for a rock showdown as they weigh in on the ultimate nu-metal bracket challenge! Who will emerge victorious – Deftones or Slipknot? Find out and don't miss the raw energy of Dance Gavin Dance on their current tour! Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #dgd #louderthanlife #dancegavindance

Jason Hook and Wes Horton of Flat Black sat down with Joshua Toomey at Louder Than Life. Join them as they dive deep into the journey of these musical vets who've ventured beyond the familiar territories of established bands to create something truly their own. Jason reflects on the transition from Five Finger Death Punch, sharing the challenges and excitement of starting anew. The fearless pursuit of passion and the commitment to handpick a team of "Lethal Mother Fuckers," including the incredible Wes Horton, fuels the fire of Flat Black. Discover the raw authenticity behind the scenes, as Jason and Wes discuss the importance of positive energy within the band and the contrast to the sometimes harsh reality of the metal scene. The chemistry between them is palpable, creating a vibrant atmosphere that transcends into their music. Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #flatblack #louderthanlife #jasonhook

Join Nu Pod for an electrifying ride as Max and Justin from Tallah take the stage in this explosive interview at Louder than Life 2023. Dive deep into the chaos as they discuss their unique take on the new wave of nu-metal, blending influences from the classics with a modern twist! Get the inside scoop on their latest single that dropped in early October. Find out how they handpicked the track from a collection of three intense songs. The nu-metal bracket challenge heats up as the band faces off favorites like Korn, Limp Bizkit, Disturbed, Slipknot, and more! Who will be crowned the ultimate nu-metal champion? The answers might surprise you! Curious about the future? Tallah talks about the journey towards their next full-length album. Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest 

In this episode of Nu Pod, Joshua and Ro discuss some upcoming changes to the podcast in the new year. Toomey talks about the recent Nonpoint and Vended shows he attended and Ro tells us all about a charity jam he witnessed featuring members of Biohazard, Ministry and more. Ro also talks about seeing the final 3 Kiss shows and there is some avatar talk. The guys introduce a "Should Have Been Bigger" segment and end the chat with a Nu or Nah? Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest

Clay and Jeromy of Foxbat sat down with Toomey at Louder Than Life to talk all things Nu Metal. The guys give their histories with the genre. They take the NU Metal Bracket Challenge. Clay and Jeremy discuss the possibilities of Deftones winning a NU Metal contest. Clay talks about the band going independent and the strategy of bands releasing singles. The guys end the chat with some thoughts on "Swarm Weather".Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest​​ #nupod #foxbat#knotfest 

Aaron Matts & Arnaud Verrier of ten56. sat down with Toomey at Louder Than Life for Nu Pod. The guys talk about ten56. hitting the states for the first time, playing festivals right out of the gate and the fans supporting the band. Aaron and Arnaud take the Nu Metal Bracket Challenge and talk their history with Nu Metal. They finish the interview speaking on Downer and releasing EPs. Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest​​ #nupod #ten56 #knotfest 

Johannes Eckerström of Avatar sat down with Joshua Toomey and Nu Pod at Louder Than Life. Johannes takes the Nu Metal Bracket Challenge. He talks about getting into Nu Metal a little later in his life and the wrestling connection with his taste. Johannes speaks on System Of A Down being a huge influence on Avatar. The guys talk about the fan reception to Dance Devil Dance and the writing process for new music. Corey Taylor was at the festival but no plans to perform live with the band. Johannes finishes with his favorite truck stop snacks. Listen to Nu Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or at https://talk-toomey.simplecast.com/episodes Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest​​ #nupod #avatar #knotfest