The Roach Koach Podcast
Lorin Kozlowski and Jennifer Bloomer take a deep dive into rap-rock albums from the late 1990s and early 2000s, building what they call the Nu Metal Canon. Each episode examines a record from that era in detail, discussing its music, cultural context, and legacy. Matt Naas engineers and records the show. The podcast is aimed at fans of nu metal and rap-rock nostalgia.
Episodes
Episode 539: Complex dot com Nu-Metal List, pissed off amps, and Sloppy Glocks
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Matt and Lorin dive into the recent Complex.com list of the best Nu-Metal albums, talk Slipknot tour news and Jim Root’s quotes, listen to new P.O.D. and thrown, and say good bye to Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core for Old Heads 2. Take a listen!Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Hav
Episode 538: Catharsis by Machine Head
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt see what it is like to live life on a Triple Beam as they listen to Machine Head’s divisive return to nu-metal, 2018’s Catharsis. Topics this episode include:-Lorin’s 2018 Best of the year list-Phil Demmel vs Robb Flynn-Reacting to the 2016 election-The “Catharsis” music video-Was evolution good?-An updated Top 5 MCs list-Chess metaphors-And Can
Episode 537: Corey and Serj featuring, Fight Fest’s cup situation, and Vespera
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast Lorin and Matt cover all the big news in the world of Nu-Metal. Topics this week include:-That new Falling in Reverse song with Serj and Corey Taylor-Limp Bizkit is back opening for Metallica-Who’s Festing with Fight Fest-Who’s Emailing with a rec for Vespera-Feedback on Slipknot’s “Arsenal”-And Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core For Old Heads 2Take a listen!Rate, revie
Episode 536: Breaking Point by Afterlife
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt need an album that gets the job done! So they are listening to Afterlife’s debut album, 2019’s Breaking Point. Topics this episode include:-Nu-metalcore-Genius dot com, run by maniacs-Decisions made “behind closed doors”-Great bridges-“Got you by the THROAT”-Bopper?-Hybrid Theory, never forget-Is your karma in a good place-Top 5 MCs list update-
Episode 535: Slipknot return with “Arsenal”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt stop everything to dive into the new Slipknot song, “Arsenal”. Is it good? Is it bad? What did Jim Root say about it? Also: Roachamendations for King 810 and Nathan James, P.O.D. teasing, and of course Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core For Old Heads 2. Take a listen!Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it!&
Episode 534: Greed by Pulkas
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we got another 90s ripper on our hands! Lorin and Matt dive into the strange history of Pulkas and their lone album, 1998’s Greed. Topics this episode include:-Slap and wap-The origins of Pulkas-Meeting on the tube-Colin Richardson-MumCuss-The “Loaded” music video-A song called “Betrayal”-Lorin’s British accent-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if Pul
Episode 533: Who’s Tweeting “And introducing Spyder Z Prime”
This week on the Roach Koach podcast we say goodbye to some legends as Lorin and Matt discuss the passing of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, and Peter Katsis. Other topics this episode include:-Nu-Metal needs to be back in movies!-“Dope, when?”-Who’s got boots on the ground-Skrapegoat-This Linkin Park movie-Feedback on our Slipknot and Folder episodes-And Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu Core for Old Heads 2Take a l
Episode 532: Right Things by Folder
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt catch up with the Italian boys of Folder and their 2005 album, Right Things. Topics discussed include:-Not following rules or laws-Roach Koach bump?-What it is like to jam in the studio-Shaking it with Kathy Bates-Anywhere in the world you’ll find Linkin Park-Lovinging them and leavinging them-A brand new Top 5 MCs list-And Canon Talk, where Lor
Episode 531: Life on the Barricade with Patrick Bell
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt welcome Patrick Bell, proprietor of the @Superfuzz.frontrow instagram, to discuss life on the barricade, camping out for shows, how he gets those great videos and photos, the craziest fans, and more live show stories. Also in this episode:-Boots on the ground at the Machine Shop-Nu-metal makes it to the prescription drug ad world-Limp Bizkit bac
Episode 530: We Are Not Your Kind by Slipknot
No neck is safe! This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt decide that now is the right time to listen to Slipknot’s 2019 album, We Are Not Your Kind. Topics this episode include:-Who is the most important member of Slipknot?-Mask talk part 1000-Genre tags-Slipknot’s crown-Midtempo songs that kinda suck-The “Nero Forte” music video-Every song a masterpiece?-Every song underrated?-Half a
Episode 529: Who’s Tweeting “TMZ on the Slipknot beat”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we welcome Matt back from vacation with insane Slipknot news! How many members do they have now? Matt counts them all. Lorin breaks down his thoughts on new Loathe and Motionless in White albums, discusses his thoughts on The Punisher in the new Spider-Man movie, and the guys also look into Who’s Emailing with a Devildriver rec. They close out the episode with
Episode 528: House of Secrets by Otep
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt go deep into the long list and bring back Otep and their second album, 2004’s art-Nu-Metal opus, House of Secrets. Topics this episode include:-Matt’s 3D television -The history of Greg Wells-Hands off record label-Recording a ghost-Spoken word poetry-Making the call to Slipknot Inc.-Songmeanings dot com invents a new word-“Up next, it’s ’S
Episode 527: Who’s Tweeting “Boots on the ground @ Muse”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast Lorin reveals he went to a Muse concert! Also we dive into the comments and emails to answer questions, listen to new music from Watershipdown, check out Roachamendations, and of course listen to Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core for Old Heads 2. Take a listen!Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about
Episode 526: Angel Delivery Service by Emil Bulls
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we go deeper than ever into the Long List to find the major label debut from Munich’s own Emil Bulls. Topics this episode include:-All the AKAs-The Shocker-Ranking 9 out of 12-The Big Bopper-The Misogyny But It Slaps Playlist-A Perfect Nu-Metal Music video-Sliding doors-“That is that good shit”-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if Emil Bulls deserves
Episode 525: Untitled by Five Pointe 0
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt dive deep into the Long List to retrieve the sole release by Five Pointe 0, their album Untitled. Topics this episode include:-This was album title?-Why’d they break up?-“Ch ka ka pow!”-The battle between the head and the heart-SausageKing69 on Songmeanings dot com-“We’re gonna jack this”-“Freedumb”-“Skill and beauty”-“I’m on MDMA”-Heart coming-
Episode 524: Who’s Tweeting “Eros leaked!”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt bask in the afterglow of Roach Koach X, touch on some topics they missed at the live show, discuss the Eros leak, consider 60 dollar hoodies, read a crazy email, check on Ross Robinson, and listen to the latest entry from Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu Core for Old Heads. Take a listen! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and
Episode 523: Roach Koach X (Live From Go Comedy!)
It’s here! Roach Koach X! Recorded live at Go Comedy Improv Theater in Ferndale, MI on Saturday June 20th, 2026. Lorin, Matt, and Jenny (and some guests!) reminisce on a decade of the Roach Koach Podcast. They talk lists, they talk memories, they talk cum gutters. This episode has it all: Songmeanings dot com, chants, technical difficulties, Sweet Mitchell, and of course, Nu-Metal. Thanks for bein
Episode 522: Restoring Force by Of Mice & Men
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt celebrate the week of Roach Koach X by listening to some (fairly) new Nu with Of Mice & Men’s 2014 album, Restoring Force. Topics this episode include:-Final push for Roach Koach X tickets!-Metalcore band line up changes-The trials of unclean vocalists-Good reviews-Changing your screams-“This riff is hard”-Going to jail for a fan-“You hear t
Episode 521: Who’s Tweeting “Protective Tube”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Matt and Lorin continue to gear up for the arrival of Roach Koach X on Saturday June 20th, 9:30pm at Go Comedy Improv Theater in Ferndale, MI. Get your tickets at GoComedy.net! Also in this episode:-Masters of the Universe, SEEN!-Nic Cage, MET!-Gideon, BACK!-Ross Robinson, FOLLOWING!-RockLansing, HAS PROTECTIVE TUBES!-Louisville Loves It Loud, SATURDAY!-Klokwi
Episode 520: Ohms by Deftones
It’s 10 years of the Koach! This week Lorin and Matt welcome back the Indigo Angel Jennifer Socia as they celebrate 10 years of the Roach Koach podcast by discussing the 2020 Deftone’s classic, Ohms. Topics this episode include:-Can you believe it’s been ten years?-Don’t eat the sliders-The boys are back-The “ooooh” we’re living for-Secret room experiences-Eating cigarettes-The greatest song of al
Episode 519: Who’s Tweeting “Slop summer!”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Lorin and Matt (and a surprise guest) go over the latest in Nu-News, New Nu tracks, and so much more! Topics this episode include:-The bathroom situation at Roach Koach X-Who’s Emailing and The First Hundred and Eight-Matt is seeing He-Man-Papa Summer?-The Roadhog Rib Sandwich-Slop summer!-New Sevendust-The return of Unloco-An
Episode 518: Nation by Sepultura
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt decide it’s time to check in again on Sepultura, seeing as how the band is ending and all. The album this week is Sepultura’s final Roadrunner Records release, 2001’s Nation. Topics this episode include:-Where should you sit at Roach Koach X?-Matt with Boots on the Ground at the Token Lounge-“Sending love and light”-Sepultura/Van Halen compariso
Episode 517: The Mourning After by 40 Below Summer
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, the guys finally get around to covering the second 40 Below Summer album, 2003’s The Mourning After. Topics this episode include:-9 years?-David Bendeth behind the boards-Absolutely forgetting about a band-“Thanks for following the sun”-Picture me inside the sun-What does “F.E.” mean?-A review of MORTAL KOMBAT 2-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if 4
Episode 516: “Louisville Loves It Loud!”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast Lorin and Matt sit down with Brian and Clay of LLP Events to talk through all of the exciting shows coming up for the Louisville Loves team. What changes can audiences expect? What are Matt’s setlist ideas? Also Lorin and Matt discuss Korn’s new music video, listen to a new entry from Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu Core for Old Heads 2, and make the big announcement
RXK - RE-UP - Deftones - White Pony
Episode 125 and what a classic. It’s White Pony by Deftones. Listen to us go all in on this classic. Here’s the original write up:It’s an episode of Sensual Chino and Thirsty Bitches as Roach Koach celebrates 125 episodes with Deftones and their landmark album, White Pony. During Who’s Tweeting (1:26), Jenny, Lorin and Matt go over feedback from the live show and consider a listener question on
Episode 515: Who’s Tweeting “The boys are back”
This week on the Roach Koach podcast it’s the return of KORN! Yes, new Korn music! Are the boys in fine form? Other topics covered this week:-Fred Durst guests for MGK-What is going on with Fieldy?-The No Skips Tour-Who’s Emailing and the “Nu-Metal Watergate”-Who’s Ready for the Worst Night of Your Life-And Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core For Old HeadsTake a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is he
RKX - RE-UP STAIND DYSFUNCTION
Episode 514 : Episode 2: Medecine Cake by Pleymo
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s time to check on a French masterpiece and listen to Pleymo’s 2002 album, Episode 2: Medecine Cake. Topics this episode include:-Recapping the HEALTH/Carpenter Brut concert experience-Da Beast on turntables-“This is that good shit”-What happens in a Tank Club?-Refreshing, classic Nu-Nu-Metal Math-Stanley Kubrick-Getting a whiff of your past-And Canon Talk,
RKX - RE-UP - WWF Forceable Entry
Just in time for Wrestlemania Weekend! It’s WWF Forceable Entry and we are joined by Sweet Mitchell. Get the tables and strap in. Voted on by you through our Patreon! Sweet Mitchell Socia guides Lorin, Matt, and Jenny through the history of the wrestlers whose themes are dramatized on the album. Along the way there is a visit to the comment section of Songmeanings dot com, Mitch talks about hi
Episode 513: “What has been going on with Toomey?”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt ask “What has been going on with Toomey?” as they catch up with friend to all Josh Toomey on his return to the stage with Primer 55. Topics this episode include:-Primer 55 connecting with the youth-Tour riders-30 Seconds to Mars fandom-Planning for festival season-Toomey’s podcasting adventures-New music?-And Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core for Old He
RKX - RE-UP-TRUST COMPANY
Episode 512: Too Far Gone by Cane Hill
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt dive into the sophomore release from Cane Hill, Too Far Gone. Topics this episode include:-Roach Koach X has a time!-Mosquitos-The New Nu-“Prime Ganja”-Already Heard dot com-Shaking off the Nu-Metal tag-Korn and Slipknot make a baby-A Weiland-Chainsing-The Got Ems of All Got Ems-And Canon Talk, where the guys decide if Cane Hill deserve a spot i
RKX - RE-UP - HED PE
Our Boy Jahred and Jenny have history and it all starts here. It’s HED PE’s self titled album and it’s voted on by you through our Patreon.Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album recommendations? Just want to
Episode 511: The 30 Seconds To Mars No Skip Challenge
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt attempt the 30 (Thirty) Seconds To Mars No Skip Challenge. The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album recommendations? Just want to say hi? We’d love to hear from you!
RKX - RE-UP Methods of Mayhem
Episode 510: ¿Pimp? by Clown
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we finally FINALLY get around to listening to the much requested Clown and their lone album, 1997’s ¿Pimp? Topics this episode include:-Roach Koach X promo-The goal of every episode-Help from the Nu-Metal Reddit-Discogs, thank you-One Republic-“Now we ride, motherfucker”-A song for witches-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if Clown deserve a place in
RKX - RE-UP: Wisconsin Death Trip - Static X
Get Your Love Dumpers READY! It’s time to revisit a classic. We LOVE this record and we’re glad you voted it back to the feed. Please enjoy and remember that we are voting on episodes to bring up every Wednesday only on the Patreon.Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotif
Episode 509: Who’s Tweeting “The Culver’s Spread”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Lorin and Matt discuss what is going on in the world of nu-metal. Topics this episode include-Fest access?-Who’s Listing with Nu-Metal in the Rock Hall-Who’s Covering featuring Bjork?-Who’s Recommending some Nu Scratchy Scratch-Who’s Giving Feedback on our Stereomud episode-Wife’s birthday vs Roach Koach X-Who’s in those DMs ta
RKX - RE-UP Chamber Music - COAL CHAMBER
It’s the biggest fight in Roach Koach history. It’s Matt vs Jenny & Lorin. Matt still thinks he’s right but it’s up to you to decide. Welcome to ROACH KOACH X.Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album rec
Episode 508: Every Given Moment by Stereomud
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, the journey through 2003/04 sophomore albums continues! It’s Stereomud’s second and final album, Every Given Moment. Topics this episode include:-ROACH KOACH X-Not knowing this was a series-Featuring “Breathing”-The new Mortal Kombat II trailer-Wolfing out-Creating a catch phrase-Playing “Define This” at Christmas dinner-Amazon reviews-Volleyball camp-The Culv
RKX - RE-UP Fear Factory - Obsolete
It’s time to revisit the Edgecrusher. Grab some popcorn and grab a seat because this re-up is about to CHANGE THE WORLD!!! Thank you to all the Roach Ryderz and Indigo Angelz that voted on our Patreon.Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Que
Episode 507: ULTRA MEGA WHO’S FESTING
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s the most important episode we’ve ever done! It’s an Ultra Mega Who’s Festing! Louder Than Life 2026! The Blair Witch! Primer 55! Pile of Pillows! “Claw me!” Limp Bizkit new album? Plus Who’s Giving Feedback and the debut of Stupid F’N Matt’s Nu-Core For Old Heads 2. Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Sub
RKX - RE-UP ICP
The Juggalo Hundo! Our first episode based on reviews on iTunes reviews. Here we go talking about 1999’s Amazing Jeckyl Brothers and wasting time on Juggalo Name Generators.Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have
Episode 506: becoming i by Ünloco
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt continue their journey through 2003 follow up albums and listen to the second album from Ünloco, becoming i. Yes, all lower case! Topics this episode include:-The return of Mudrock-Music as a Weapon II-Dinner listens-Why you shouldn’t call a song “Failure”-Hellraiser, of course-The importance of a “Bodies”-Refusing to spit-The Matrix Reloaded So
RKX RE-UP KORN
Here it is! The first episode of the show brought back from the depths. Voted on by our Patreon Members. A lot to say about this episode. We definitely had something from the jump. It’s not really polished yet but everyone’s role in the show is definitely falling in place and the Cannon Talk moment is an all timer. Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Pat
Episode 505: Who’s Tweeting “Korn rumors”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Lorin and Matt go over Nu News, Roachamendations, new hot tracks and more. Topics this episode include:-Korn rumors! -Late breaking Korn rumors!-Who’s Touring with Godsmack and Staind-New heat from UnityTX-Whos in those DMs-Lorin vs Fake Deftones-Look Outside Your Window arrives-Who’s Festing In France-And The finale of Ri
RKX RE-UP Queen of the Damned
Episode 70 - Queen of the Damned. So much fun to talk vampires together. If my memory serves me correctly this is the first time I tell the story of the Vampire of Pizza Hut. Enjoy!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Have album
Episode 504: My So-Called Life by From Zero
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we head back again to the year 2003, when nu-metal bands were not sure what to do next and made some strange choices. Lorin and Matt examine the choices made by From Zero on their second and final album, My So-Called Life. Topics this episode include:-We love lists!-Pending candidates for the Genius List-What is for dinner?-Covid vs Hobo Johnson-Nothing more nu
RKX - Korn Issues
It’s here! Episode 120 is being pulled up! Korn’s Issues will always be a special one. Recorded in a hotel room in Nashville after doing Rock N’ Pod and waiting HOURS for Nashville Hot Chicken. There’s so much going on and it’s the right kind of chaos. Enjoy!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podc
Episode 503: Who’s Tweeting “Featuring SCUM”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Lorin and Matt go over emails, listener feedback, Roachamendations, and more. Topics this episode include:-Supporting the scene by going to FYE-Who’s Emailing with Otep recs-Gambo Hemp featuring SCUM-Matt and corsets-Who’s Festing at Inkcarceration 2026-Energy drink talk-And Rippers for Roaches 2Take a listen!The Crack, the But
RKX 2026 - Toxicity - System of a Down
The Roach Ryderz and Indigo Angels have spoken and the next episode to be pulled up is Toxicity by System of a Down. It was our 100th Episode and it’s LOADED. SO many key moments are in this episode including the creation of our sweet little boy Charel$ Man$ion. Please enjoy!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koac
RKX 2026 - Disturbed The Sickness
It’s time!!!! For Roach Koach X we are pulling up some of our favorite episodes, voted on by Patreon Patrons. Today we it’s time to get down with the sickness and boy oh boy this episode ages like FINE WINE. So grab The Guy and get Ready for Roach Koach X.The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow Roach Koach on Apple Podcasts
Episode 502: Two by Earshot
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we take a listen to one of the “Bands to Watch 2004”, and dive into the sophomore album by Earshot, appropriately titled Two. Topics this episode include:-A singer who plays guitar??-Drums by Chas Stumbo-Humble brag concerts-“Nu-metal oak”-Incredibly depressing lyrics-The top song on your Zune-The Winter Soldier-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if Ea
Episode 501: Who’s Tweeting “First dibs”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s the first Who’s Tweeting of 2026! Lorin and Matt kick things off with a rousing Who’s Festing, see Who’s Emailing, Who is possibly Reuniting, listen to some Ft Worth Thug Metal, and close the episode out with Rippers For Roaches 2. Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate, review, and follow R
Episode 500: The All-Star Sessions by Roadrunner United
It is here. Episode 500 of the Roach Koach Podcast. Lorin and Matt are joined by the Indigo Angel Jennifer Socia to reflect on 500 episodes of nu-metal discussion and friendship. As well, they have to discuss Roadrunner Record’s 2005 anniversary celebration, Roadrunner United: The All-Star Sessions. Thank you for being with us for 1 episode or all 500. Here’s to 500 more. Keep on rolling, baby.&nb
Episode 499: West Technique by DVSR
It’s 2026, baby! The Roach Koach Podcast kicks off the new year with a GD RIPPER, as Lorin and Matt take deep dive into West Technique, the 2020 new Nu album by the Australian band, DVSR. Topics this episode include:-The history of DVSR-Can DVSR get the Roach Koach Bump?-A notable review from Music Dot Com dot AU-“Holy mother of riff”-A song you’ve been waiting for your whole life?-Excellent nu-me
Episode 498: End of the Year Extravaganza!
It’s the end of the year and the final Roach Koach of 2025! Lorin and Matt kick things off by welcoming back Ashley Woolsey to discuss this year’s edition of Louisville Loves Nu-Metal. They talk highlights, Lorin’s hosting, and and of course where they parked the car. Later in the episode, Lorin and Matt break down their lists of favorite songs, albums, and movies from the past year, as well as di
Episode 497: Three Dollar Bill, Y’All by Limp Bizkit (Matt’s Version)
A whispering voice says “Indigo”. A second says “Matt’s version?” Yes, Roach Koach presents another installment of Matt’s Version, where Matt Naas finally gets to weigh in on the nu-metal albums he missed in our early episodes. This week he listens to and discusses Limp Bizkit’s debut release, Three Dollar Bill, Y’all. Topics this episode include:-Album lore-Matt’s nu-metal journey-Robert Christga
Episode 496: Up The Dose by Skrape
Hey hey! It’s new Roach Koach! This week on the podcast, Lorin and Matt take a very overdue listen to Skrape’s final studio album, 2004’s (or is it 2003) Up The Dose. Topics this episode include:-The early days of the Koach-Skrape vs Clive Davis-Skrape album art-Incredible thank yous-Forcing a summer song-“Hey hey!”-The one good comment on the internet -Suffocation-Hard Seltzer flavors-Does t
Episode 495: A Conversation with Derek Blevins of My Ticket Home
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s about a gift. That gift is a new album from My Ticket Home, called Pure To A Fault! The boys are back! To celebrate, Lorin and Matt welcome back My Ticket Home rhythm guitarist and vocalist Derek Blevins to discuss all things MTH. Topics this episode include:-Response to the album-Being Puke Rock to a fault-Producing yourself-Album covers-The video for “No
Episode 494: Metawar by 3TEETH
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we continue to journey to 500 episodes by finally getting around to the most important band in the world, 3TEETH, and their 2019 album, Metawar. Topics this episode include:-Dealing with the big issues-Lizard people-Incredible album art-No mustache jokes!-The eternal war of man vs machine-Song meanings with Alexis Mincolla-Music for the clubs-Hearing 3TEETH in
Episode 493: Louisville Loves Nu-Metal preview
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast its the big preview of the 2025 edition Louisville Loves Nu-Metal/Emo night at Headliners Music Hall in Louisville, KY. Lorin sits down with Zack and Brian of the newly christened LLP Events to talk all about the upcoming show. The guys talk about keeping the show fresh, the future of the franchise, partnering with Danny Wimmer Productions, and also annou
Episode 492: Skeletons by Nothingface
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we finally return to the boys in Nothingface and listen to their final studio album, 2003’s Skeletons. Discussed this episode:-The members of Nothingface were going through it-Catcher in the Rye-2003 in music-Sliding over that Dell-The price of a magazine-How hard it is to watch a movie when you have a small child-And Canon Talk, where Lorin and Matt decide if
Episode 491: Who’s Tweeting “Cenobite teambuilding”
This week on the Roach Koach podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting. This week, in an episode we recorded in mid October, we talk about the return of My Ticket Home, Fred Durst approved bands, the sale of the “Duality” house, Dirty Worms, Who’s Festing at Welcome to Rockville, and close out with Rippers for Roaches 2. Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon
Episode 490: Power Under Control by Islander
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we finish our unofficial 2016 trilogy with Islander’s second album, Power Under Control. Topics this episode include:-The legacy of “Coconut Dracula”-Liking the deepest sex-These music videos-Cookout playlist songs-Top tier bad shirt-The devil!-Dragging bodies in music videos-And Canon Talk, where Matt and Lorin decide if Islander deserve a spot in the Nu-Metal
Episode 489: RIP Sam Rivers
Lorin and Matt discuss the loss of Sam Rivers, his impact and his legacy. They also discuss the passing of Ace Frehley, the announcement of Sick New World 2026, and close out with Rippers for Roaches 2. The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon! Subscribe today! Rate and review Roach Koach on iTunes and Spotify! We’d appreciate it! Questions about the show? Hav
Episode 488: The Serenity of Suffering by Korn
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s two returns! The Indigo Angel Jennifer Socia is back to talk about Korn! Yes, it is the 12th studio album by Korn, 2016’s The Serenity of Suffering. Matt, Lorin, and Jenny do what they always do, and break down every track on the album along with the music videos to decide if Korn deserve another spot in the Nu-Metal Canon. Also in this episode:-Jenny on n
Episode 487: Who’s Tweeting w/ John Cullen
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s a special Who’s Tweeting with John Cullen of the P.O.D.Kast! Lorin and Matt chat with John about his new book, Curling Rocks, being a longtime podcaster, meeting Fred Durst, and whether Lorin’s dream of a Three Kings tour will ever come true. Also, Rippers for Roaches 2! Take a listen!The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on the Roach Koach Patreon
Episode 486: Gore by Deftones
The march to 500 continues on the Roach Koach Podcast, as this week we check back in with nu-metal fence sitters Deftones and their somewhat divisive 2016 album, Gore. Topics discussed this episode include:-The Deftones moment-Lorin’s old blog-Stef is psycho?-Chino always napping?-Captain420MD-Beatles math-“Let Frank blorp”-20 piece songs-Mystery guest-Top 1 from every album-And Canon Talk, where
Episode 485: Who’s Tweeting “Gut health confusion”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Matt and Lorin go over listener feedback, Roachamendations, and more. Topics this episode include:-Toomey returns to the Machine Shop-New Limp Bizkit!-The Return of Stepa-Gut Health Confusion-Who’s Emailing-Puddle of Mudd episode feedback-Rippers for Roaches 2-ArbysTake a listen! The Crack, the Butt Rock Bracket is here on
Episode 484: Topsy-Turvy by The Apex Theory
The march to 500 episodes continues on the Roach Koach Podcast as Lorin and Matt dig deep into the long list to finally get to those albums that have been sitting there for too long! This week, it’s The Apex Theory and their album, Topsy-Turvy. What is the nu-metal sliding door behind this album? Are these liner notes as hard to read as we say? Should this band have hired real worms for their musi
Episode 483: Who’s Tweeting “Everybody plus 1”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s all about Who’s Tweeting, as Lorin and Matt invite friend to all Josh Toomey back on the podcast. Topics include:-The return of Primer 55-Josh’s friendships with legends-Getting that plus one-New Deftones-New Mudvayne-New Soulfly-Who’s Emailing with Don Broco recs-Funky Ken-And Rippers for Roaches 2Take a listen!Exclusive episodes and more on the Roach Koa
Episode 482: Come Clean by Puddle of Mudd
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s a dip into the Mudd! Puddle of Mudd, that is. Lorin and Matt welcome back friend of the show and local boy done good Garrett Fuller of Wayne County Lyfe to discuss Puddle of Mudd’s 2001 major label debut, Come Clean. Topics discussed include:-Bridging to The Crack- The Butt Rock Bracket on the Roach Koach Patreon-9/11 as the true origin of butt rock-Secret
Bonus Emergency Episode! Louisville Loves Nu-Metal + Louder Than Life AND NEW LIMP BIZKIT
It’s a Bonus Emergency Episode of the Roach Koach Podcast! Lorin and Matt welcome back Zack and Brian from Louisville Loves Nu-Metal to discuss their upcoming show at Fourth Street Live on Wednesday September 17th, in partnership with Louder Than Life. They talk show details, possible and not possible guests, set list teases, and play a little game of “Emo or Nu-Metal lyric”. Also, Matt and Lorin
Episode 481: Who’s Tweeting with Hotline TNT
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt welcome back Will Anderson of Hotline TNT to talk all things Nu-Metal as well as things Not Nu-Metal. Topics this episode include:-The new album Raspberry Moon is perfect for a variety of listening settings-Will on new Linkin Park-Lorin vs Ghosts yet again-What is the worst song?-A defense of 311-“Music is magic”-This or That Linkin Park songs w
Episode 480: This Time by Painfield
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast we finally answer the calls of the Roach Riders and Indigo Angels and listen to Painfield’s album, This Time! Topics this episode include:-Roach Koach restaurant?-Liner notes-Confident band-Pit etiquette -“You’re a big boy”-Keeping a fucking secret-The ChUg-And Canon Talk, where Matt and Lorin decide if Painfield deserve a spot in the Nu-Metal Canon. Take
Episode 479: Who’s Tweeting “Be famous”
This week on the Roach Koach Podcast it’s time for Who’s Tweeting! Lorin and Matt go over questions, episode feedback, Roachamendations and more. Topics this episode include:-The Crack-Youtube Record-Time Magazine’s Podcast List-The Road to 500 Episodes-System of a Down, finally Nu-Metal?-Who’s in those DMs with Scars of Life and Monkey Puzzle-The Mortal Kombat 2 trailer-Who’s Emailing-Who’s Got S
Episode 478: Stone Sour by Stone Sour
It’s here! The epic conclusion of Side Project Summer 2025! Get out your pork pie hats and call up The Tatman, it’s time to listen to Stone Sour! Lorin and Matt dive into this Corey Taylor side project and discuss the origins of the band, mixing metaphors, the height of Jim Root, getting guys to go into your club, and of course whether or not this is Ego or Essential. Take a listen!Exclusive
Episode 477: Flip Phone Fantasy by Ocean Grove
Let’s get to the beach! This week on the Roach Koach Podcast, Lorin and Matt finally get around to Ocean Grove’s 2020 party album, Flip Phone Fantasy. Topics discussed this episode include:-How many bands does Ocean Grove sound like?-History with Razr phones-8 out of 8 rating scale-Giving your car a convertible makeover-Genius list?-“Prime Puddle”-the influence of ROBOCOP 2-One song to get you thr
Episode 476: Ozzy
Lorin and Matt discuss the life and impact of Ozzy Osbourne. (Lorin calls Tony Iommi “Tommy” at least twice. Sorry!)
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