Talk Toomey: The Metal Nexus Podcast

Robb Rivera calls in this week to the Talk Toomey podcast. Robb and I get deep when it comes to touring as a father. Robb talks about the new album "The Poison Red" and what B.C. Kochmit has meant to the band. We talk his Puerto Rican upbringing and love of baseball. I talk with Robb about his record collection. . Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

On this episode, I sit down with Madame Mayhem and her bandmates Billy Grey, Gogi Rhandawa and Percy Trayanov. We all caught up just before their show with Mushroomhead in Louisville, KY. Madame Mayhem talks about her life growing up and what got her into metal. The conversation goes from favorite concert of all time to some Pantera talk to life on the road. Billy fills us in on the future of his project Cyberstar and what is going on in the Fozzy camp. Music on this episode from Madame Mayhem, Cyberstar and Hatebreed. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Brandon Kellum and Corey Skowronski call in to this episode of the Talk Toomey Podcast. Brandon and Corey talk about their current tour they are on, their love of System of a Down and the current state of the underground. We discuss their time with Victory Records and how that was good and bad. We reminisce about the old days of Victory with bands like Hatebreed, Snapcase and Earth Crisis. Towards the end of the conversation they flip the script on me and ask me a few questions about what I was listening to back in the day when I joined Primer 55. Overall a great chat. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Mike Howe is BACK!! Well actually this is his first time on the podcast, but he is back in Metal Church. Mike and I break down where he has been. He talks about how he joined Metal Church back in 1988. We go over the great albums "Blessing in Disguise", "The Human Factor" and the new album "XI". Also on this episode, Something Old, Something New with Stephen Anthony. We break down "XI" and "Blessing in Disguise" Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Chad Lee calls in this week to Talk Toomey. Chad and I have a great talk about the state of photography and where he began. Chad tells us about the 2016 edition of Ride for Dime Nashville. We discuss his relationship with Dimebag Darrell and the story behind the iconic Dime tribute photo. Chad tells me about how John 5 sparked the idea behind him taking his photography and making a career out of it. Also on this episode is some Ozzy and Zakk Wylde talk. Chad was a great guest and had wonderful stories for the podcast. Head over to Chad Lee Photography Ride for Dime Nashville Page Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Let the podcast hit the floor, Stevie Benton comes on the show this week. Stevie and I talk about the current Drowning Pool album and his upcoming EMP Label Group ep by Even the Dead Love a Parade Stevie also recounts a few naked Dave Williams tales. We talk about the phenomenon that is "Bodies". Barry Donegan of Look What I Did comes on the podcast to talk the 2016 Presidential Race . Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Jim Breuer invades the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Jim and I talk about his upcoming release through Metal Blade Records. Jim Breuer and the Loud and Rowdy have a record dropping on May 27. Jim discusses having Brian Johnson sing on his album and the turmoil around AC/DC. We talk about his favorite band that played on SNL during his tenure. Erik Hall of the Shoot the Shred podcast is also on this episode. Erik and I have a great chat about podcasting and life in general. . Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Become a Patreon Supporter here Check out Shoot the Shred Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

The Duke of Metal joins the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Rich and I discuss all the happenings in the world of Stuck Mojo. He talks about why Bonz is no longer in the band. We discuss their current PledgeMusic Campaign. We talk about the future of Fozzy and his friendship with Chris Jericho. We discuss touring with all the time he spent touring with Pantera. Rich goes all the way back to the late 80s and we go over the origins of Stuck Mojo as one of the forefathers of Rap Metal. This is a must listen for fans of Rich Ward, Stuck Mojo and Fozzy. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Stuck Mojo here Become a Patreon Supporter here Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Ro Kohli of War Machine Marketing comes on the show this week. We talk about his early days creating Zines and his first interview being Marilyn Manson. He talks about running Roadrunner Records Street Team and working with Slipknot. We discuss the many avenues bands can take to promote their bands and the cost effective ways to get your name out there. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Go to War Machine Marketing here!! Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY and enter "TALK" for 10% off Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust calls in this week. Lajon and I discuss growing up in Nasvuille, the early days of Sevendust and the current touring plans of the band. Such a wonderful chat with the mighty voice of one of my favorite bands. Something Old, Something New featured band on this episode is Deftones. Rico Kohler and I breakdown "Gore" and "Around the Fur" Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Thom Hazaert blows through the Talk Toomey podcast on this episode. We talk all about the EMP Label Group, coffee and PUCK HCKY. We swap stories about Slipknot, Limp Bizkit and the Clerks Animated Series. Fun and hilarity ensue. Music featured on this episode by Green Death and Dead by Wednesday. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Go to EMP Label Group today! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

This week on the Talk Toomey podcast, Dave Ellefson calls in to discuss Dystopia, EMP Label Group and Roast in Peace coffee. We discuss the additions of Kiko and Chris Adler to the Megadeth lineup. Dave tells a great story about a band changing moment on the Killing is my Business tour. He goes over the mission of the EMP Label Group. Dave gives us all a lesson on the best climate and growing conditions for coffee. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Go to EMP Label Group today! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Brock Lindow of 36 Cazyfists calls in to the Talk Toomey podcast this week. Brock and I discuss the early days of 36CF and how they formed in Alaska. Why they moved to Portland, Oregon. We talk about the current Killswitch Engage tour. Brock was a blast to talk to and I hope you guys and gals are out supporting everything they are doing. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors: Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Stuck Mojo hereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Tim King of Soil and Pavement Entertainment stops by this week. Tim and I talk about his early days in Oppressor, the rise of Soil and his work with Pavement Entertainment. Tim was a fascinating interview. There are many insights into the state of the music industry on this episode. Music from RIFFT is featured on the show Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing. Go to RIFFT Bandcamp siteand download the new ep Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Sponsors Go to PUCK HCKY here. Buy a Talk Toomey Tee Today!! Support Nadene hereSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Chris Volz (Flaw) stops by the Talk Toomey podcast this week and talks all things Flaw. We discuss the upcoming Flaw record and their upcoming tour plans. Chris and I talk about Flaw reforming a few years ago. We talk playing Louder than Life Festival and getting to play with Lynyrd Skynyrd.. Ron Jeremy is also brought up on this episode. Barry Donegan (Look What I Did) makes his monthly appearance on the Talk Toomey podcast. We discuss the upcoming election. Presidential dick pics and other nonsense. Also on this episode: Shout outs for sharing and questions from the friends of the show. Email Talk Toomey Go to Talk Toomey Facebook and "LIKE" the page Tweet Talk Toomey Twitter here. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Mark was a great guest on the Talk Toomey Podcast. We talked all things Chimaira, a little Metallica and his photography. Talk Toomey Facebook Email the show Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Amazing chat with downset. bassist James Morris. James and I discuss the origins of the band, touring with Biohazard and Ozzfest 97. He goes in depth about the LA scene in the early 90's that included Social Justice and Inside/Out. James tells a great Dimebag Darrell story for the show and gives his opinion on the Phil Anselmo controversy. This episode also features music from his current band NonCon with the song "Threats" Give the show a "like" Talk Toomey Facebook today!! Email the show Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Metal Church is back and Kurdt joins the podcast to talk about the new album, Mike Howe being back and he also talks about a couple of other little bands from Aberdeen. Also on this episode, Rico Kohler of 12v Negative Earth comes on to record his segment for the Where did all the Sunshine go? reflections. Musical spotlight this week is Dear Lucid. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Wonderful talk with Eric Brittingham of Cinderella this week. Eric and I discuss the early days of Cinderella, the time they turned Gene Simmons down and even having to choose between Jeff Labar or Dave Sabo for Cinderella. Eric also talks about the Def Leppard Cruise and filling the shoes of Jimmy Bain after the tragedy on the ship. Eric also gives his opinion on if Cinderella will play together again, Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Matt Snell and Brian Jackson come on the show this week to talk about their new project Invidia. We also talk about their time in Five Finger Death Punch and Skinlab, respectively. You will get to hear snippets of the new songs and get a taste of what's to come. Also on the episode is Talk Toomey political correspondent Barry Donegan (Look What I Did, Truthinmedia.com). Barry comes on to talk about the ongoing presidential race. Octalux is the featured music on this episode.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)