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 afra...
Latest episodes
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35 min
Primer 55 Is Back! Bobby Burns on Reunion Tours, New Fans & OzzFest Stories
Joshua sits down with Bobby Burns to talk about the return of Primer 55 and the momentum behind their reunion shows. Bobby breaks down how the comeback tours have grown, the wild m…
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47 min
Nu Metal Is Back! Robb Rivera Talks OzzFest, Deftones & Tour Life
Robb talks about the nu-metal revival and the renewed popularity of Deftones, plus classic memories of attending and playing OzzFest — including Nonpoint’s first fest show in Chica…
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19 min
Primer 55 Tour Recap / State of the Podcast
What’s up, everyone! Before the next wave of shows hits, I’m checking in with a recap of the 2025 tour, a preview of 2026, and some updates on the David Ellefson Show and Metal Nex…
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32 min
Sanguisugabogg’s Drew Arnold on Imposter Syndrome & Touring With His Heroes
On this episode of Talk Toomey, Joshua Toomey is joined by Drew Arnold of Sanguisugabogg to dive into the band’s latest album, Hideous Aftermath, and the chaos surrounding its rele…
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1 h 01
AJ Channer Breaks Silence on Fire From The Gods Exit and His New Life as CHNNR
In this raw and revealing episode of Talk Toomey, host Joshua Toomey sits down with AJ Channer to talk about his powerful new project, CHNNR. AJ opens up about his tumultuous depar…
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25 min
Matthew McDonough Reflects on the Making of Mudvayne’s L.D. 50
Joshua Toomey welcomes Matthew McDonough of Mudvayne to the Talk Toomey Podcast. Matthew dives into the 25th anniversary tour of L.D. 50 and reflects on seeing multiple generations…
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27 min
Brent Mills Talks Greyhaven’s Rise, Will Putney, and Keep It Quiet
Host Joshua Toomey sits down with Brent Mills, vocalist of Greyhaven, to dive into the band’s brand-new album Keep It Quiet. Brent talks about the writing process behind the record…
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37 min
Niklas Karlsson (Orbit Culture) + Toomey Talks P55 Tour and Welcome to Rockville
Niklas Karlsson of Orbit Culture joins Joshua Toomey on The Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss the band’s brand new album Death Above Life, out now. Niklas talks about the incredible e…
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44 min
Louisville Loves Louder Than Life Preview with Producers Zack Pennington and Brian Eichenberger
Toomey welcomes Zack Pennington and Eichenberger, the producers of Louisville Loves Emo and Louisville Loves Nu Metal, to the podcast this week to discuss their latest venture Loui…
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40 min
10 Year Anniversary of Talk Toomey and Austin Archey of Lorna Shore
On this episode of the Talk Toomey Podcast, host Joshua Toomey is joined by Austin Archey of Lorna Shore. Austin dives into the making of the band’s new record, I Feel The Everblac…
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40 min
Cliff Rigano Reflects on Dry Kill Logic’s Nu Metal Beginnings
This week on the Talk Toomey Podcast, Joshua Toomey sits down with Cliff Rigano of Dry Kill Logic for a deep dive into the band’s past, present, and future. Cliff talks about hitti…
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33 min
Jamie’s Elsewhere Return with Fire: New EP, Old Stories, and Big Plans
Aaron and Michael of Jamie’s Elsewhere join the Talk Toomey Podcast to talk about their new EP *Alchemical* and the band’s evolving sound. They reflect on 20 years of Jamie’s Elsew…
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30 min
Nicole Row (Incubus)
Bass powerhouse Nicole Row joins Talk Toomey to talk about her leap from Panic! at the Disco to joining Incubus. Nicole talks their Morning View + The Hits tour and dives into the…
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29 min
Raoul Kerr (Bloodywood)
In this episode, Joshua Toomey welcomes back Bloodywood’s Raoul Kerr for a powerful and emotional conversation. They reflect on the band’s explosive U.S. debut at Louder Than Life…
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37 min
Josh Fore & Diamond Rowe (Tetrarch)
In this episode of Talk Toomey, Diamond and Josh from the band Tetrarch dive into the details of their upcoming album, “The Ugly Side of Me,” set to release on May 9th through Napa…
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28 min
Brock Lindow (Paradise Slaves, Ex- 36CF)
Brock Lindow returns to Talk Toomey to dive into With Hell in His Eyes, the debut album from his new band Paradise Slaves. He talks melodic vocals, forming the band during COVID, o…
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42 min
Jonny Santos (Spineshank) 25th Anniversary of The Height of Callousness and The Resurgence of Nu-Metal
Jonny Santos of Spineshank joins the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss the band’s 25th anniversary comeback for The Height of Callousness and the resurgence of nu-metal. He shares ins…
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29 min
Alien Weaponry
All the members of Alien Weaponry join Joshua and the Talk Toomey Podcast to discuss the latest album, TE RĀ. The guys reflects on the incredible experience of touring with Kerry K…
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23 min
Dorothy Talks New Album, Working with Slash, and Rock-Country Crossover!
Joshua starts the show with some talk about his new podcast with David Ellefson and some housekeeping with coming up episodes of Talk Toomey. Singer Dorothy joins the Talk Toomey p…
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38 min
Kenny Hickey (Sun Don't Shine, Type O Negative)
Kenny Hickey joins the Talk Toomey podcast to discuss *Sun Don't Shine* and their latest single, "The Promise Song." He shares the story of Johnny Kelly’s unexpected allergic react…