It's a hot one on the Roach Koach Podcast this week as Jenny, Lorin and Matt listen to Coal Chamber's debut album and consider the arc of nu-metal as one big, out of control party. Topics discussed: Guessing what Robert Christgau would have given this album had he reviewed it, Jenny and Muriel: a friendship forged in the Chamber; "A splash of Zombie", "If Ross was here…", Is Coal Chamber on your sex playlist?; pitching Mortiis, giving credit for a bit, SongMeanings.com, Who's Tweeting, and of course, deciding if Coal Chamber deserve a place in the Nu-Metal Canon.

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Don't get your wig split and take a listen as Jenny, Lorin and Matt explore the world of Primer 55 on this week's episode of The Roach Koach Podcast. Topics discussed: Is it possible to be nu-metal to a fault?; "Is this song about dry humping?"; Matt Naas returns to sing, The Godsmack Lesson of Sequencing, should aliens hear this album?; as well as Who's Tweeting, the comfort of JNCOs, Matt Naas taking a trip down a nu-metal rabbit hole and of course the answer to the question, does Primer 55 deserve a place in the Nu-Metal Canon?

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Blessed be Roach Ryders and Indigo Angels. Jenny, Lorin and Matt convene at the Indigo Porch and spend this week on the Roach Koach podcast considering Godsmack's self-titled debut album. Topics discussed: Sully, the Wiccan; the importance of sequencing, The Christgau Challenge, Godsmack and empathy, eyebrow talk, the nu-metal hammock, Matt's blind hatred for Godsmack, and of course, whether Godsmack deserves a spot in the Nu-Metal Canon. As well, Who's Tweeting? and Lorin's Big Thrifts!

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This week on the Roach Koach podcast, Jenny, Lorin and Matt are put to the test by 311's self titled album. Topics discussed: Jenny's childhood 311 connection; Are 311 hoarding lyrics? Have the naysayers been truly fucked? Are 311 big nerds? How easy is it to obtain a physical copy of this album? Is this album our number one rated enemy? All this, plus Who's Tweeting and of course the answer to the question, does any of this belong in the Nu-Metal Canon?

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Pits are activated and hearts are changed on this week's episode of Roach Koach. Lorin and Jenny give Matt Naas their full report from Return of the Dreads. They talk about meeting a fan, eating fries, and Jenny's change of heart regarding Korn. Once that business is handled, the team gives a listen to Sepultura's album Roots, another in a long line of productions by "The Angel" Ross Robinson. Does it make the Nu Metal Canon? Listen and find out! Please give us a like on Facebook, a follow on Twitter (@roachkoach) and a review on iTunes. 

Recorded by Matt Naas on location at the Indigo Porch. 

Roach Koach is back with the most violent episode they have ever recorded. This week Jenny and Lorin dive deep into the mind of Tommy Lee and his attempt to cash in on the nu-metal craze with Methods of Mayhem. Topics discussed: Did this album break the spirit of Roach Koach show producer Matt Naas? Did it break our hosts? Has anyone ever said "no" to Tommy Lee? Does listening to this album make your life worse? Most importantly, is it worthy of the Nu-Metal Canon? All this and a report on Roach Koach at the Detroit Improv Festival. Take a moment to rate and review Roach Koach on iTunes, like Roach Koach on Facebook and follow @RoachKoach on Twitter. 

This week Lorin and Jenny return to the Indigo Basement to listen to another Ross Robinson production, the debut album from Slipknot. Topics covered: Does this album turn Jenny into a mom? What does it take to join Slipknot? Is the pit activated? And most importantly, does this album belong in the Nu-Metal Canon? Put on your red jumpsuit and listen up to this new episode of Roach Koach. Thanks again to Eric Haenke for helping record this episode. Please take a moment to share with your friends and rate the show on iTunes. 

This time around, Lorin and Jenny discuss the first album from nu metal underdogs Hed PE. Is this the album that would have changed the life of a young Jenny? Are these the worst produced drums that Lorin has ever heard? Are the lyrics despicable? Most important, does this album belong in the Nu Metal Canon? Take a listen to find out! Also some nu metal news! Please rate and review in iTunes! Tell your friends about the show and visit @roachkoach on twitter!

In this episode, Lorin and Jenny consider the debut album by their namesake, Papa Roach. Topics include: Coby Dick, is he a babe? Is this album dumb? Does Papa Roach stand by their lyrics? Should you throw out all your material possessions because Papa Roach tells you to? Most important, does Infest belong in the Nu Metal Canon? Listen and find out! Logo by Mark Rudolph. 

In this episode, Lorin and Jenny go deep on the debut album from Deftones. Was the recording process rushed? Is Chino a sensual vocalist? Is Matt surviving all this nu metal riffage? Listen and find out. Special thanks to Mark Rudolph for designing our new logo! 

In this episode, Lorin and Jenny discuss their deep love and admiration for Limp Bizkit, the importance of Wes Borland, the sly salesmanship of Fred Durst, and the time Jenny lost a tooth at a Limp Bizkit show. The always helpful and knowledgeable Matt Naas contributes some interesting Suicidal Tendencies facts. Does Three Dollar Bill, Yall$ belong in the Nu Metal canon? Find out here! 

Lorin and Jenny discuss Korn's self titled debut album and whether or not it deserves a place in the Nu Metal Canon. Are you readyyyyyy?