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Tim King (Soil) Navigating Nu Metal's Resurgence to Fond Memories with Dave Williams
Publisher |
Joshua Toomey
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
Comedy
Heavy Metal
Interview
Music
Publication Date |
Feb 17, 2024
Episode Duration |
01:19:37

In this episode of Nu Pod, Toomey and Ro kick off the conversation with a casual check-in and discuss recent experiences, including Toomey attending a Pantera show. Toomey shares insights into the atmosphere of the concert, highlights his favorite moments from Love on the Spectrum and The Underdoggs, a Snoop Dogg movie. The guys discuss the changing dynamics of Pantera's current tour, noting a scaled-back production and speculate on attendance numbers. The conversation transitions to the opening band, Nest, and their performance. They delve into the setlist, comparing it to previous shows, and share thoughts on the overall experience of witnessing the Pantera celebration. 

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Soil's bassist, Tim King, as he delves into the nuances of the band's journey, from the 2000s nu metal era to their recent album restorations. Reflecting on the upcoming tour with Union Underground, Tim shares insights on the cyclical resurgence of the nu metal scene, drawing parallels between past and present. The interview takes an emotional turn as Tim reminisces about the late Dave Williams and their cherished moments together. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories and the unexpected twists in Soil's musical evolution.

The guys end the episode with a Should Have Been Bigger segment featuring Nothingface. Nothingface, formed in 1993, lauding their impactful albums like "Pacifier" and "Audio Guide to Everyday Atrocity." Ro highlights the band's struggle to resonate with a wider audience during the nu-metal era, attributing this to a unique, guttural sound that differed from the prevailing trends. The discussion delves into Nothingface's challenges with the record label TVT, navigating internal conflicts, and the broader issues faced by bands in an industry shaped by trends and external pressures. Despite these hurdles, Toomey expresses enduring admiration for the band's legacy and recounts fond memories of their live performances.

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