

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 8, 2016 • 1h 29min
Ep. 78 Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple) / Off Our Meds
On this episode of Talk Toomey, I chat with the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and bass legend Glenn Hughes. We talk about his start on bass, his induction in the R&RHOF, Tony Iommi and more. Glenn discusses his new album Resonate and working with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Also on this episode is a great Black Sabbath discussion with the hosts of the Off Our Meds podcast. Mike, Eric and Daniel had me over to their studio to record a riveting talk about the legendary Black Sabbath
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Dec 1, 2016 • 2h 1min
Ep. 77 Chris Akin (The Classic Metal Show)
Chris Akin of The Classic Metal Show joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Chris and I talk about the evolution of the show from the early days of internet radio to the juggernaut that is The Classic Metal Show. We discuss our thoughts on the great (just ask him) Eddie Trunk. Chris and I go at length on my favorite topic...Pantera. We also break down Cleveland sports, our opinion of Bruno Mars and even talk some Garth Brooks.
Music on this episode from Devil You Know, Pantera, Kataklysm, Metallica, Glenn Hughes and NOFX
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Nov 24, 2016 • 1h 22min
Ep. 76 Saint Dog / The DRP
Former Kottonmouth Kings and DGAF member Saint Dog joins the Talk Toomey podcast. Saint Dog and I talk about his new deal with Force 5 Records. We talk about his roots in hip hop and love of the Beastie Boys, NWA and Cypress Hill. Saint Dog talks about how The Kottonmouth Kings formed, what he did post-KMK and his solo career.
The DRP joins this episode to breakdown the signing of Saint Dog. The DRP and I talk about his time with Primer 55. We discuss the differences in the metal scene as opposed to the underground hip hop scene.
I also give my review of the Five Finger Death Punch show I went to over the weekend.
Music on this episode from The Beastie Boys, Saint Dog, Insane Clown Posse, Trapjaw, Primer 55, 40 Below Summer and Crystal Lake
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Nov 17, 2016 • 1h 5min
Ep. 75 Trevor Phipps (Unearth)
Trevor and I sat down at their recent tour stop in Louisville. We discuss touring Europe, starting a label and being a father. Trevor talks about the musical landscape that was happening when Unearth began. He also talks about some of the new artists he is working with and I play a track from Unwill.
Music on this episode from Unearth, Life of Agony, Stone Sour, snapcase, Metallica, Unwill and Johnny Cash
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Nov 10, 2016 • 2h
Ep. 74 Pantera Far Beyond Driven Breakdown
Hiran Deraniyagala of Battlecross joins the podcast this week to breakdown Pantera's legendary album Far Beyond Driven. Hiran and I go through every song, talk about the album cover and Dimebag's tone. We agree that Phil is one of the best vocalists of all time and that Rex and Vinnie are beasts. Come join us for this Pantera love fest!
From the Talk Toomey vault is my interview with Steev Esquivel of Skinlab
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Nov 3, 2016 • 2h 1min
Ep. 73 Doc Coyle Returns
Doc Coyle returns to Talk Toomey on this episode. Doc has a great new podcast called the Ex Man. We talk all about podcasts, his time playing with Meytal
Cohen, his thoughts on a God Forbid reunion and his new project I of Tongues.
This episode also features some listener requests. Music from Mastodon, Gojira, Metal Church, Sepultura and Death will Tremble
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Oct 27, 2016 • 1h 60min
Ep. 72 Mike Spreitzer (DevilDriver) / Them Evils
Mike Spreitzer and I sit down and discussed everything from Marilyn Manson to hardware stores. Mike talked about how he joined DevilDriver and playing his first show with the band on zero rehearsals. We chat about the stigma that Dez had coming from the NU Metal world and how that affected early DevilDriver tours.
Them Evils joined the show for a quick interview from Louder than Life.
Music on this episode from The Misfits, DevilDriver, Devil You Know, Them Evils, Marilyn Manson and Coal Chamber
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Oct 20, 2016 • 2h
Ep. 71 Chris Beattie (Hatebreed)
Chris Beattie of Hatebreed and myself sat down at a recent show here in Louisville. Chris and I talked about Knotfest, New York Giants football, his tour of ESPN, the Hatebreed writing process and touring with Rocky George back in the day.
From the Talk Toomey vault is my talk with Brandon and Corey of American Standards
Music on this episode from Biohazard, Earth Crisis, snapcase, Every Time I Die, System of a Down, Hatebreed and more.....
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Oct 13, 2016 • 1h 60min
Ep. 70 Don Jamieson (That Metal Show) Biff Byford (Saxon)
Legendary NWOBHM vocalist Biff Byford of Saxon comes on this week to talk about their new live album, Playing with Metallica in 1981, touring with Motorhead and about the upcoming UFO/Saxon US Tour
Don Jamieson and I talk for close to an hour about his stand up comedy, performing at the Orion Festival, That Metal Show and all about comedy in general.
Music on this episode from Saxon, Metallica, Van Halen, Motorhead, Discrepancies and Slayer
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Oct 6, 2016 • 2h
Ep. 69 Clutch, Trivium, Skindred, The Amity Affliction, Sabaton
This is a star studded episode featuring interviews from Louder Than Life with Neil Fallon and Dan Maines of Clutch, Paolo of Trivium, Benji and Dan of Skindred, Ryan of The Amity Affliction, Par and Hannes of Sabaton and a very special appearance from Mark Tremonti of Alter Bridge.
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