Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

Joshua Toomey is joined by Matt Naas of the Roach Koach Podcast to discuss listener's random Rock Star encounters while Ro Kohli is on assignment at San Diego Comic-Con. First up the guys talk about the Knotfest Nu Metal Bracket Challenge update and the two albums remaining. Joshua and Matt dive into the encounters and give some personal stories of their own. Joshua tells the story of meeting Alic...

Welcome to a special episode of Nu Pod, the ultimate destination for all things nu-metal. In this electrifying installment, hosts Joshua Toomey and Ro Kohli embark on a daring mission to determine the  Knotfest BRACKET CHALLENGE: BEST NU METAL ALBUM OF ALL TIME!! With their extensive knowledge and deep love for the genre, Joshua and Ro dive into an intense discussion where they meticulously dissec...

Welcome to Nu Pod, the ultimate podcast for all things nu-metal. In this episode, hosts Joshua Toomey and Ro Kohli sit down with the legendary guitarist Mikey Doling, best known for his work with the band Snot, to dive deep into their groundbreaking record, "Get Some." Join us as we embark on a nostalgic journey through the music that shaped a generation. Mikey Doling shares behind-the-scenes stor...

Ro starts the show with a tribute to his friend that passed away and the guys talk about losing people too early in life. Toomey then talks about his recent interview with Matty Mullins and how cool the hotel staff were with his requests to move furniture and light fireplaces! The guys then dive into a little state of the podcast and recap the first episodes of the show.  Toomey then sits down wit...

Join us for an in-depth interview with Megan Targett, the powerhouse vocalist of the metal band Vexed, as we dive into the world of Nu Metal and explore the genre's iconic records. From chart-topping hits to groundbreaking releases, we'll discuss the essence of Nu Metal and its impact on the heavy music scene. Featured Albums: "Toxicity" - System of a Down: Brace yourself for a thought-provoking b...

In this episode of Nu Pod, we delve into the making of Staind's iconic album "Break the Cycle" with drummer Jon Wysocki. Jon takes us on a journey through the writing process, making videos, and touring with Limp Bizkit. Join us as we explore the stories behind each track on this transformative album. We explore the themes and emotions that influenced the album's lyrical content. Jon Wysocki provi...

Toomey and Ro start the show with one question, was there any Nu at The Milwaukee Metal Fest? Ro recaps his trip to the festival and gives his thoughts on the bands that played. The Biohazard reunion was the talk of the town and the guys go in depth about their love of the band. Ro breaks down each day and talks Swollen Teeth, Anthrax, Vended, Lamb of God, Machine Head and more.  Jeremiah Mayhem o...

David Ellefson of Dieth joins Joshua Toomey and Talk Toomey this week to discuss the latest album, To Hell and Back. David and Joshua start the conversation with some Elvis, Pete Best and Glen Matlock talk. David looks back on Megadeth covering Anarchy In The UK and getting the lyrics wrong and the band going to Argentina for the first time. He also talks about see Bruce Dickinson and asking him a...

Mike Sarkisyan of Spineshank joins Toomey and Ro to discuss all aspects of The Height of Callousness. The guys start the show with a trip down memory lane of how each other met one another and Spineshank being on Roadrunner Records. Mike talks about the album cover artwork, the actors and models in the photos and Fear Factory comparisons. Ro discusses a video treatment that he had and Mike shares...

This week Toomey and Ro take a deep dive into the Deftones discography. The guys give their histories with the band and the impact Deftones had on their early days in Nu Metal. All studio albums are discussed and ranked. All Deftones!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Audley of Incendiary joins the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss their latest album, Change The Way You Think About Pain. The guys dive into Brian's influences and talk about the glory days of Victory Records. They walk down the Hatebreed VFW Hall memories and the charm of seeing hardcore shows in small venues. The guys discuss the fact that everyone in Incendiary have careers outside the band...

Toomey and Ro start the show with Ro's review of Sick New World. Ro talks about the bands that he made sure to see and how he made it a point to see as many bands as possible. The guys talk dive onto the popularity of System Of A Down and is it an absence makes the heart grow fonder thing. Was it too hot or too cold? How were the lines? Ro tells all!  Adam Ramey of Dropout Kings joins the show fro...

Johnny Kelly joins Joshua Toomey and Talk Toomey to discuss his latest project, Eye Am. The band consists of Kirk Windstein, Todd Strange, Kenny Hickey and Johnny Kelly. The Eye Am single will be released June 2nd through Corpse Paint Records. Toomey and Johnny talk about if he is still the drummer of Danzig and Johnny gives his thoughts on The Misfits reunion. He dives into getting the call to pl...

Toomey and Ro start the show with some talk about Ro recently seeing Bloodywood in concert. He talks about the significance of seeing a band from India doing well and representing their shared heritage. Toomey gives a review of the Riki Racthman story telling show that he attended. The guys speak on the Sick New World set times being released. The episode then throws to Robb Rivera and Toomey doin...

Brian Willie of Currents joins the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss the latest album, The Death We Speak. Brian talks about having the album completed for over a year and speaks on getting excited again for the record. Brian and Joshua talk about the latest tours the band has been a part of and thoughts on playing new songs before they are released. Brian talks Linkin Park and All That Remains being...

Nu Pod: In this debut episode of Nu Pod, Joshua Toomey and Ro Kohli explore their introductions to Nu Metal and talk about this new podcast venture. Toomey and Ro discuss finding Korn and watching the nu metal explosion. The guys take a deep dive into the Sick New World lineup and it is a good measuring stick to see where Toomey and Ro stand on these classic bands.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

Dez Fafara joins the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss all things Dealing With Demons Vol. II. Dez talks about his bout with covid and the record being prophetic with topics of time and mortality. Dez speaks on being grateful to being doing interviews, listening to music and being around family. The chat takes a turn when Dez's tiki mug collection is examined (Dez was pacing around his room during th...

DJ Kilmore of Incubus joins Joshua Toomey and Talk Toomey this week. Kilmore and Toomey start the conversation with his ties to Primer 55 and playing on Introduction To Mayhem. The guys talk about the plethora of DJs in bands in the late 90s and 2000s. The changing technology of DJing is broken down.  Kilmore talks about how he joined Incubus and how having to almost missing Valentines Day to audi...

Toomey and Akin start the show talking about their interivews with Alan Robert and Tony Simerman. Dethklok and Baby Metal are touring together. The guys give their review of the new Metallica record. Newsted is doing a show in Florida. Cavalera to rerecord Morbid Visions and Bestal Devastations. Trey Azagthoth says 'If You Don't Like My Music, F*** You. Go Listen To Some Other Band'. Motley Crue e...

Alan Robert of Life of Agony returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss the 30th Anniversary Tour of River Runs Red. Alan dives into the first show of the tour really setting the stage for the entire tour. Joshua and Alan talk about how much River Runs Red means to the fans and everyone in the crowd. Alan looks back on touring with KMFDM, Carcass, Ozzy and Obituary. The guys look back on the Oz...

Toomey and Akin start with a recap of their respective interviews with Tony Simerman, Marc Lopes and Jen Majura. The guys then dive into all the Metallica coverage this week for the new album. Metallica's Marching Band competition is broken down. Joshua and Akin discuss the new Sevendust single and video "Fence". Gimme Radio is shutting down and the guys talk about the new streaming service for me...

Tony Simerman is the CEO & Creative Director of KnuckleBonz, Inc. Tony joins the Talk Toomey podcast this week to discuss the story behind creating KnuckleBonz and giving all us metalheads a collectable that is also fine art! Tony recalls growing up in the Washington DC area and going to shows with his dad seeing Queen and others. Tony talks about starting the company with a Randy Rhoads statue an...

Toomey and Akin are back this week to talk all the nonsense and rock n roll! The guys start the show with thoughts on paying for premium podcasts, Lars Ulrich talking about Metallica having a decade left and Toomey recaps his Florida trip. Joshua and Chris talk in depth about the Morbid Angel show and the tragedies that surrounded the tornado. The guys take a deep dive into the Ace Frehley vs Paul...

Tyler Riley of Gideon joins the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss their latest release, MORE POWER. MORE PAIN. Tyler talks about the fan reaction to the album and actually searching out comments online. The guys speak on sitting on the record for a year and having to stop tweaking the record. Tyler and Joshua talk about Tyler growing up in Nashville and they look back on classic venues and shows that...

Toomey and Akin take a deep dive into the Rolling Stone Top 100 Heavy Metal Songs list. What did they get right? What did they get wrong? Is Led Zepplin Heavy Metal? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.