Scars and Guitars
With over 900 interviews, Andrew McKaysmith provides a welcoming environment for artists to discuss their politics, social insights, and artistic perspectives. Offering an authentic experience, this podcast invites you to tune in to the conversations with numerous luminaries from hard rock, heavy metal, and extreme metal.
Episodes
AURI Discusses New Album: III - Candles & Beginnings
In a recent conversation, Auri members Johanna Kurkela, Tuomas, and Troy shared insights about their upcoming album, III - Candles & Beginnings, set for release via Nuclear Blast on August 15, 2025. They discussed the album’s themes, touring plans, their connection to Australian listeners, and more.
Album Details- Title: III - Candles & Beginnings
- Release Date: ...
Throughout this discussion, Okoi and Fabian explored the upcoming Australian and New Zealand shows, the possibility of a new release, the challenges and obstacles faced, tour highlights, and navigating the issue of cancel culture.
Tour Dates & VenuesPORTAL with BØLZER
- August 15, 2025 – Sydney, NSW – Crowbar
- August 16, 2025 – Melbourne, VIC – Max Watts
- August 17, 2025 – Hobart, TAS – Altar
- August 23, 2025 – Brisbane, QLD ...
New Messiahs is the name of the new album from Ashes of Ares. Matt discusses the lyrical themes of the album, working with mixer Byron Filson, amongst other topics related to the album. Matt also discusses the issues surrounding the January 6 United States Capitol event and the role of musicians in political discourse.
New Messiahs will be released on CD, Vinyl and Digital in Europe on July 18 and in North America on August 8, 20...
Forever High is the name of the album and also the single in-market from Adelaide's Dirty Pagans. Bassist James Russo will discuss the album, the single, social media strategy, and a bunch of other topics.
Check out Dirty Pagans here:
This episode presents an opportunity to discuss the new album from Trivax, The Great Satan, and to gauge Shayan's perspective on the Iran-Israel conflict. As a Persian, Shayan is well-positioned to offer a more nuanced and informed perspective on the conflict that is engulfing his homeland, so be prepared for a comprehensive assessment of the topic. Shayan also discusses the new album as we tussle with the idea that he has single-h...
Johnny Hedlund discusses Unleashed's new album, legacy, the state of heavy metal media and journalism, and provides fascinating insights into his and the band's relationship with World Entertainment Inc. heavyweight and Morbid Angel manager, Gunter Ford.
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This chat with Steve DiGiorgio takes place backstage at the Tivoli in Brisbane on the evening of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, before Testaments' performance as part of their Australian shows. Steve talks about Chuck and Death, his studio session with Megadeth on The Sick, the Dying... and the Dead! He also discusses conflict resolution on the road and in bands, as well as other topics.
Buckcherry's new album, Roar Like Thunder, is out now, and Stevie joins the show for a short and sharp conversation about it, his guitar playing and if he has any goss on Aerosmith.
For all things Buckcherry, head to: https://www.buckcherry.com/
Simon Croft is a musician based in Melbourne who has been part of the We Will Rock You musical, performing over 2,500 shows. He has just joined Stonetrip and features on their new single, Fame, which is out now. Throughout this conversation, Simon discusses musicianship, his relationship with Queen's Brian May, Stonetrip, social issues, the decline in popularity of rock 'n' roll, and much more.
Stream Fame: https://orcd.co/stonetr...
Folklore Discipline is the name of the new album from Melbourne black metal outfit Dusk Cult. Set for release in August 2025, it explores themes of modernity's rejection of spiritual dedication and the dusk cult mythos. Throughout this conversation, Ben shares his thoughts on these themes and other related topics. We also discuss the Chronicles of Filth.
For all things Dusk Cult, including the album, head to https://duskcult.bandc...
Slatts from King Parrot discusses touring life and the new album, 'A Young Person’s Guide To King Parrot'. He shares his thoughts on the business of band life and the enormous shows with Pantera. A short, sharp jab of Slatts!
“A Young Person’s Guide To King Parrot” will be released on June 6, 2025: https://linktr.ee/kingparrot
A YOUNG PERSON’S GUIDE TO KING PARROT AUSTRALIAN ALBUM LAUNCH TOUR Friday 6 June - Republic Bar, Hobart S...
Tim Charles of Ne Obliviscaris joins the show as the group prepares for a massive Australian tour alongside Psycroptic. Tim reflects on the band’s 20-year journey since forming in 2003, sharing insights on their ambitious two-hour performances of albums Citadel and Exul, the impact of new frontman James Dorton, and the technical inspiration drawn from Psycroptic’s legendary live shows. He also revisits the 10th anniversary remaster...
Matt Wong is the host of Discernable, Australia's leading social and political media outlet, without comparison. It's an absolute privilege to have Matt join the show for a discussion exploring topics such as authoritarianism, cultural narratives, and the role of artists in dissent. We also discuss the state of the church and the future of Western systems, asking whether capitalism, democracy, and liberty can endure in an era of di...
Throughout this episode, Eric discusses the band's Australian tour, whether he plans to write an autobiography, his thoughts on the band's foundational 1980s albums, and the group's 1990s albums that helped reinvigorate the band. He shares his thoughts on Dave Loamabardo and Steve DiGiorgio, the time he and Chuck did quit the band, and much more. Special mention for listeners who are invested in the show's Chronicles of Filth, as E...
Sam from Fallujah joins the show ahead of the new album from Fallujah, Xenotaph, out June 13, 2025. In this far-reaching conversation, he discusses AI, heavy metal fandom, the band's move to Nashville and much more.
More about Xentaoph: https://www.nuclearblast.com/pages/fallujah
The opportunity to chat with Jeff from Onslaught is twofold. The group have a new album in market from may 25, 2025, titled Origins Of Aggression, which is steeped in tradition as it is full of rerecordings of the band's seminal material from 1985 to 1989 and also covers songs of legendary tracks from Dead Kennedys, Black Sabbath, Motörhead, Judas Priest, Discharge and many more. Throughout the conversation, Jeff discusses adventur...
In this episode, Jeff Wagner, Metal Maniacs editor from 1997–2001, explores shaping the magazine’s identity during metal’s subgenre diversification, maintaining underground authenticity, and tackling editorial hurdles like band selection and industry dynamics. He reflects on stories told, collaborating with writers like S. Craig Zahler, and notable moments, including studio sessions with Cradle of Filth, touring with Bruce Dickinso...
Ahead of the group’s Australian shows, Jacob Binzer of D.A.D. discusses the band’s iconic Spaghetti Western sound and blending punk and rock roots for a potential film score. He explores the possibility of inventing a new genre for D.A.D., reflects on a hypothetical jam with icons Django Reinhardt and Jimi Hendrix, balancing humour and sincerity in songwriting.
D-A-D Greatest Hits Tour May 2025 Austral...
Sean discusses vocalist Jay Evans's recent departure from the band, his on-stage monitoring setup for the Australian shows, how Ingested’s music confronts or reflects digital distraction and transient trends, political and social themes, and more.
INGESTED with ALGOR MORTIS performing at:
July 24th - Melbourne, Max Watts w/ Algor Mortis, Gutless, Growth
July 25th – Sydney, Crowbar, w/ Algor Mortis, Slaughtercult, Gosika
July 26th -...
This conversation with Helena Kotina takes place during Nervosa's Australian tour. They are playing in Sydney on April 18 (tonight!), so head over if you are in town. Other dates are below.
Consider this chat a 'coffee table' introduction to Helena, one of the most exciting emerging guitarists in metal today. Topics covered include Helena's experience joining Nervosa and navigating cultural and musical differences to shape the ban...
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