Talk Toomey: The Metal Nexus Podcast

Morgan Lander of Kittie returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast this week to talk about their new DVD “Kittie: Live At The London Music Hall”. Morgan talks all about the history of Kittie, becoming one with meme culture and the future of the band. CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Shaun Glass of Repentance joins the podcast this week. Shaun and I discuss all things Repentance, Broken Hope, SOiL and Dirge Within. Shaun is a great candid guest with lots of stories about his history in music. I start out this episode with my reviews of the recent Jim Breuer, Metallica and Kiss shows I attended. I also play tracks from those bands throughout. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives us his weekly Pick From The KitCONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

We celebrate 200 episodes this week with Devin Townsend. Devin is on to talk about his new solo effort "Empath". The album is a musical journey that needs to not be taken lightly. Devin discusses his writing process and what it took to finish this epic journey of an album. He also let's us know how important Chad Kroeger was to the album. We then talk about cutting off dreads and procrastination.Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives a Machine Head classic for his Pick From The Kit.CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Bill Conway of The Hard Times and The Hard Times Podcast joins the show this week. Bill lets us know all the inner workings of the internets best punk satire site. We also pick some of our favorite punk and hardcore songs. Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives us his weekly Pick From The KitCONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

David Silveria and his BIAS bandmates join the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. The guys talk about their two singles that are available now, writing new songs and even how the band was formed from the ashes of Core 10. David talks about his influences as a drummer and tells the story behind Mike Bordin filling for him on the Korn tour. This episode is co-hosted by Lorin Kozlowski of the Roach Koach Podcast.Robb Rivera hits us with a Korn classic for his weekly Pick From The Kit.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Phil Demmel joins the show this week. Phil is on to discuss the upcoming Vio-Lence shows and the future for that band. Phil also talks about his time in Machine Head. He let's us know his feelings on the last few years of the band and the latest album, Catharsis. Phil also talks about playing in Slayer and how amazing that was. This was a very open and honest conversation. Robb Rivera gives us his weekly Pick From The Kit.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Steve Tucker is the vocalist and bassist of Morbid Angel. Steve joins the show to talk about all things Morbid Angel, football, touring and more. We discuss their upcoming tour with Cannibal Corpse, touring with Pantera back in the day and what's changed over the years in the crowd. Music on this episode from Morbid Angel, Obituary and Cannibal Corpse. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Wednesday 13 returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast. This time we talk about their upcoming tour with Cradle Of Filth, Ted Bundy and collecting toys. Wednesday 13 discusses opening for Ozzy on NYE. We also throw in some Murderdolls talk and an update on the newest album from Wednesday 13. W13 Depop:http://www.depop.com/mrmotherfucker13CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Jamie Madrox of Twiztid joins the Talk Toomey podcast this week to discuss the upcoming Astronomicon convention. Jamie gives us the rundown of the guests and who he is most excited to meet. Jamie also tells us about how the latest album cycle has gone and what is on the horizon for Twiztid. As always, Jamie is an absolute amazing guest. Jason "Bakko" Bakken of Cobras and Fire jumps on to co-host this episode. Bakko and I talk about bands splintering off into two separate touring entities. We discuss the upcoming Static X tour. We get some KISS talk in and at the end of the episode we talk some good ole NFL Playoffs. Music on the episode from Twiztid, Skribbal and Static XCONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Jakob Nowell of LAW joins the show this week. Jakob is on to talk about his band's latest album "There and Back Again". We also discuss how the band formed, touring and future recording plans with Steve Albini. I also gush over Jakob's father Bradley Nowell of Sublime. Jakob was a great guest and good sport listening to my nonsense!Robb Rivera of Nonpoint gives his weekly Pick From The KitCONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

John 5 joins the show to talk about the new single from John 5 and The Creatures. John tells about the inspiration from Scooby Doo for the video. John and I discuss his relationships with Matt Zane and Fred Coury. We talk about his history with Kiss and John plays some of his favorite Kiss songs. John 5 also gives us an update on the new Rob Zombie album.Robb Rivera of Nonpoint also gives us his weekly Pick From The Kit.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Monte Pittman is most notably known for playing guitar for Madonna and Prong. Monte joined the Talk Toomey Podcast during his solo tour opening for Sebastian Bach. Monte's bandmates Jon Dette (Slayer, Testament, Anthrax) and Eli Santana (Huntress, Holy Grail) also sat in on the conversation. Monte tells the story behind teaching Madonna "A New Level" by Pantera. Jon talks about his time in Anthrax and how he got into drumming. Eli goes in depth on how he came to act in the show Westworld. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Richie Cavalera joins the show this week to discuss the latest Incite album. Richie talks about touring with his brother in Lody Kong. We also reflect on Christmas with family, when Christmas was the best for Richie and how Max Cavalera shops for presents. Music on this episode from Incite, Sepultura, Soulfly, Lody Kong and Cavalera Conspiracy. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

The legend himself, Billy Graziadei of Biohazard fame is the guest this week. Billy is on to talk about his new solo venture, BillyBio. We also discuss Biohazard and the connection with Onyx, touring with Pantera, touring with Ozzy and porn being shot on their bus (spoiler: Sharon was not happy). But most of all we talk about his solo tour and the pressures of going it on his own.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Robb Rivera sat down with me at Nonpoint's recent stop in Louisville. Robb and I picked our top 3 songs of 2018. We also discuss the greatness of Howard Jones, touring with P.O.D. and Nonpoint's latest video. Let me know your top 3 songs of 2018 on Facebook and Twitter. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Chris Akin of the Classic Metal Show joins the podcast this week to discuss his latest book "Cause and Effect: Turbo". We talk all things Judas Priest, backstage at shows and our stance on autographs. Nice long talk with Chris that doesn't disappoint. CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

Trevor Phipps of Unearth is the guest this week. Unearth "Extinction(s)" is set for release on 11/23 via Century Media. Trevor and I discuss the current political landscape, festival touring and The New England Patriots. Music on the episode from Unearth, Bury Your Dead and Bad Wolves.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

WWE Hall of Famer, Jake The Snake Roberts joins the show for a quick chat. Jake is on to talk about his upcoming "Dirty Details" spoken word tour. Jake also reflects on Andre The Giant, Alice Cooper and Stone Cold Steve Austin.Mark Tremonti then joins the show to discuss all things Tremonti. Mark and I discuss his writing process for 2 bands at the same time. We also talk about pinball machines, the movie Creed and winning the lottery. Mark was a great guest and fun to talk with. Robb Rivera joins the show for his weekly Pick From The Kit.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

This week we are joined by author of Rabid Heart and guitarist of Broken Hope, Jeremy Wagner. Jeremy is on to talk about his book Rabid Heart and the origins of his writing career. Jeremy and I also discuss his writing process and if writing lyrics translates to his book work. Jeremy also tells the story of buying the collection of Jeff Hanneman of Slayer's guitar collection.Up next is a quick chat with Stephen Pearcy of Ratt. Stephen talks about his upcoming solo album and what is in the works for Ratt. Robb Rivera gives us a Machine Head classic for his Pick From The KitCONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)

This is an action packed episode with two great interviews. Up first is the bassist and vocalist of Skillet, John Cooper. John is on to discuss his new project, Fight The Fury. Fight The Fury is the heavier side of John Cooper. We talk about the album, Still Burning, and future Skillet plans.Next up is the legend himself, Jake E. Lee. Jake is on to discuss the latest Red Dragon Cartel album, Patina. Jake and I also talk about the one time he met Zakk Wylde, his thoughts on Yngwie and his writing of "Rock N Roll Rebel". We also go over the writing process and jamming in room with your band versus file sharing. We also play a track by the great up and coming band Verses.CONTACT: Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true)