Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey

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 Nexus. Big things ahead! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 release. Drew talks about playing major Danny Wimmer Presents festivals, touring with deathcore legends Despised Icon, and the surreal feeling of having heroes open for Sanguisugabogg including dealing with a bit of imposter syndrome along the way. The conversation also explores the band’s songwriting and recording process, the pressure that comes with new music, and working with Kurt Ballou of Converge behind the board. It’s an honest and heavy discussion about growth, expectations, and surviving the modern metal landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 departure from Fire From The Gods and the dark spiral that followed — from drugs and rehab to jail and hard lessons learned. He discusses breaking free from rock star stereotypes, losing friends along the way, and finding redemption through rebuilding his family and his purpose. AJ also shares stories of humility, including his time as a “failed FedEx driver,” and how all of it led to new beginnings and creative rebirth with CHNNR. Stage Played Basses info: talktoomeytalk@gmail.com Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Shop Talk Toomey Depop www.depop.com/talktoomey Subscribe to Talk Toomey on YouTube for in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #chnnr #primer55 #numetal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 of fans coming out to celebrate the record. He and Toomey talk about how nu metal has evolved into the new “classic rock” for many listeners. Matthew also looks back at the making of L.D. 50 with producer Garth Richardson, the mindset of having your whole life to write a debut album, and the continued greatness and influence of the Deftones.Stage Played Basses info: https://www.metalnexus.net/primer55basses/index.htmlJoshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Shop Talk Toomey Depop www.depop.com/talktoomey Subscribe to Talk Toomey on YouTube for in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #mudvayne #primer55 #numetal    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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, working with acclaimed producer Will Putney, and how the collaboration helped shape the band’s sound. The conversation also covers Greyhaven’s recent run of shows with Better Lovers, life on the road, and how the band continues to evolve while keeping their signature intensity intact. Listeners will get an inside look at the creative drive fueling Keep It Quiet and how Greyhaven is carving their own lane in the modern heavy music scene. Stage Played Basses info: talktoomeytalk@gmail.com Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Shop Talk Toomey Depop www.depop.com/talktoomey Subscribe to Talk Toomey on YouTube for in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #greyhaven #primer55 #metal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.