In episode 422 of Signals From Mars, Victor welcomes back longtime friend and podcasting peer Joshua Toomey for a deep and candid conversation about the state of podcasting, legacy rock bands, and Toomey’s latest creative projects.

Toomey—co-host of The David Ellefson Podcast, host of Talk Toomey, and member of the reunited Primer 55—opens up about his podcasting evolution, lessons learned from past co-hosts and platforms (including Knotfest), and why his new partnership with Ellefson has been both rejuvenating and surreal.

The episode dives into:

🎧 The golden age of rock and metal podcasting 🎤 Blabbermouth clickbait, misunderstood interviews, and viral clip strategies 🤘 Toomey’s take on recent concerts by Ace Frehley, Quiet Riot, and Slaughter 🧠 Honest discussion on aging rock stars and what it’s like to watch your heroes struggle 🎸 The return of Primer 55 — how it happened, the lineup, and what fans can expect 💬 Memories of getting starstruck, being backstage, and finding lifelong friendships through music

Victor and Joshua reflect on 16+ years in the podcasting trenches, staying motivated through burnout, and how nostalgia and authenticity drive the hard rock and metal community forward.

Whether you’re a fan of KISS, Metallica, Faith No More, or underground legends like Primer 55, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and hard truths from two lifers who live and breathe music media.

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🎙️ In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor and Jeremy return with the second installment of “Vinyl Confessions,” diving deep into the records that mean the most to them. Whether it’s about musicianship, emotional connection, or unforgettable stories tied to each LP, this is more than just a show-and-tell — it’s a tribute to why vinyl still matters.

From iconic classics to unexpected favorites, each album comes with personal insights and memories that reflect decades of passionate music fandom. You’ll hear about record store finds, emotional connections to songs, and the joy of passing music down through generations.

💬 Expect laughs, stories, opinions, and a lot of heart as Victor and Jeremy crack open their shelves and invite you into their collections.

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This episode centers on a full fan and panelist breakdown of the Back to the Beginning tribute concert — the final show for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne. The panel (Victor, Brad, and Jeremy) reviews performances, band lineups, vocal quality, setlists, and surprises from the event.

Major topics covered:

• 🎤 Commentary on Ozzy's set and vocal performance
• 🥁 The original Black Sabbath reunion with Bill Ward on drums
• 🤘 Highlights and lowlights of participating bands like:
  • Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Pantera, Tool
  • Halestorm, Rival Sons, Anthrax, Alice in Chains
  • Guest performers: Nuno Bettencourt, David Draiman, Jack Black, Steven Tyler, etc.
• 🎸 Strong praise for Nuno Bettencourt, Zakk Wylde, and Jay Buchanan
• 👎 Harsh critiques of Axl Rose, Papa Emeritus (Ghost), and Billy Corgan
• ❓ Speculation on which band was "kicked off" the bill
• 💭 Discussion about whether other bands could pull off a farewell like Sabbath’s: (KISS, Rush, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Queen, ACDC)
• 🧠 Talk of potential future projects (Sabbath avatars, Ozzy recordings, etc.)

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