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 Louisville Loves Louder Than Life. Zack and Brian talk about the early days of Louisville Loves Emo and how they have expanded the brand over the years to include Nu Metal and how they became the official pre-party of Louder Than Life. Toomey speaks on playing a full set with the crushers that are the musicians that participate in the event. The Pre-Party is Wednesday Sept. 17 @ 6pm 4th St Live Louisville, KY

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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 Everblack Festering Within Me, sharing how they crafted some of the most extreme parts of their career while still crossing over into a wider audience. He and Toomey discuss the band’s “right time, right place” moment as Lorna Shore continues to explode into the mainstream, all while staying true to their heavy roots. Austin also opens up about pushing back against gatekeeping in metal, embracing the fans that support them, and finding ways to make time for those connections despite the chaos of touring.

Toomey starts the show with a look back over the last 10 years of the podcast, the humble beginnings and the status of the podcast today.

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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 hitting the stage at Welcome to Rockville, the excitement surrounding their new single, and what it feels like to still connect with fans decades later. He looks back on the band’s debut album and the unforgettable contributions from J-Sin and Bobby of Primer 55, sharing stories from those early recording days. The conversation also explores the current nu metal resurgence, and how Dry Kill Logic fits into today’s heavy music landscape.

Host Joshua Toomey kicks things off with some exciting updates, including news on the Primer 55 reunion tour and details on the exclusive stage-played bass packages available for fans. Toomey also teases a packed lineup of upcoming guests on the podcast, giving listeners plenty to look forward to in the weeks ahead.

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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 Elsewhere, Aaron’s time fronting Of Mice & Men, and how that experience shaped the band’s next chapter. The guys share wild stories from the Myspace era, Sacramento’s scene, and building fire hazard light rigs for shows. Plus, how Aaron brought major-label-level infrastructure back to reboot Jamie’s with full force.

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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 challenge of learning every track from the legendary album. Nicole discusses how she adds her own style to the band’s iconic sound and shares behind-the-scenes stories from her whirlwind transition, the creative freedom she’s been given, and the surreal gratitude she feels onstage. Plus, we touch on her time with Miley, Panic!, and why Incubus fans still crave that Science-era funk.

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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 and the deep impact of their performance. Raoul dives into the creative journey behind their new album Nu Delhi, blending cultural identity, global issues, and genre-defying metal. From fiery anthems to songs about Indian food and family, this episode is a celebration of music that connects people across languages and continents. The guys also dive into their working with Baby Metal and the upcoming US Tour.

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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 Napalm Records. They discuss their journey as artists, touching on the challenges they’ve faced and how they’ve evolved their sound. With a focus on their creative process, they reveal how they learned from past experiences, particularly in working with producer Dave Otero. A key highlight of their conversation involves Diamond singing on the track "Never Again (Parasite)" , a choice that was met with support from Josh and others in the band. Their candid and humorous reflections on high school performances and aspirations underscore a deep appreciation for their musical journey. The interview also touches on music industry experiences, fan interactions, and future touring plans, notably their first European tour.

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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, opening for Five Finger Death Punch, and embracing music at 50. Plus: wild tour stories, radio days in Alaska, intense music videos, and hockey dad life.

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