Scars and Guitars

Michael Amott (Arch Enemy/ Carcass/ Spiritual Beggars)

The catalyst for the chat with Michael is an Australian tour by Arch Enemy throughout February 2023. The tour gets a mention, but Michael's far-reaching commentary on his tenure in Carcass in the early 90s is the feature of this conversation. He also talks about Gigantour in 2006, his recordings in Candlemass and many more topics the seasoned fan and the unfamiliar will get heaps of new insight from one of the greatest guitarists in extreme metal.

Björn Gelotte (In Flames)

Björn has been the guitarist in In Flames since he switched from percussion on the band's seminal The Jester Race in 1996. Throughout this chat, we discuss the new In Flames album for 2023, Foregone, and dive into topics such as co-guitarist Niclas Engelin's exit from the group, the transition from rhythm section Peter Iwers and Daniel Svensson, who left before Battles (2016), and Bjorn's talks about the classic albums in detail: Jester, Whoracle, Colony and Clayman.

Nigel Wingrove – Art director (Cradle of Filth: 1992 – 1997)

Nigel Wingrove is an art director, filmmaker and director, writer and publisher whose imagery was used by Cradle of Filth in the 1990s. The Principle of Evil Made Flesh, V Empire and Dusk and her Embrace recordings all feature his artwork, as does most of the era's merchandise. Images of scantly clad women in satanic settings are a feature of Nigel's work, and back in the 90s, one couldn't attend a metal gig without seeing a Cradle of Filth t-shirt with his creations. Throughout this conversation, Nigel shares insights from his career and how the opportunity to partner with Cradle came about. Another fantastic instalment of the 'Chronicles of Filth'. Check out Nigel's work here: https://www.salvation-films.com/redrevisited and https://www.salvation-films.com/polaroids-20190528. Check out Salvation magazine at www.redemptiontv.net and the films at www.salvation-films.com. All images in the video are © Nigel Wingrove/Salvation Films 2023

New music show January 2023

Hot off the press, the January 2023 new music show brings to you brand new cuts from ENFORCER, BEAST IN BLACK, TWILIGHT FORCE, HORIZON IGNITED, IN FLAMES, AUGUST BURNS RED, OF MICE & MEN, TURMION KÄTILÖT, ENTER SHIKARI, HOST, SABATON, Pop Evil, Fake News, Ghost, Owl, Obelyskkh, ELUVEITIE, BEYOND THE BLACK, ENSLAVED, OBSCURA, TO THE GRAVE, Street Tombs, Lo!, VOLUMES, and Last in Line!
ALMOST ***TWO HOURS*** OF KILLER NEW MUSIC!!!!!! Check out this diverse and eclectic collection; there’s something in there for everyone who loves hard rock, heavy metal, extreme metal, experimental music and some surprises
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Tyler Connolly (Theory (of a Deadman))

Tyler discussed the January 2023 Australian shows, the new album (Dinosaur), blowback from metal fans when the group signed to Roadrunner in the early 00s and a heap of topics relative to current affairs.

Trevor Phipps (Unearth)

Unearth are touring Australia in January 2023, which is the catalyst for a discussion with Trevor. Throughout the chat, we talk about how the recent lineup change has affected the band dynamic, Trevor's impressions of working with Gene Hoglan (Death, Strapping Young Lad, Testament etc.) when he drummed for the group in 2007, and his recollections of Dimebag and Vinne Paul when Unearth toured with Damageplan in 2004.

Chris Bell - Photographer (Cradle of Filth: 1992 - 1997)

Chris Bell is the photographer who photographed the iconic images on the cover of The Principle of Evil Made Flesh, V Empire, or Dark Faerytales in Phallustein, sleeve images on Dusk and Her Embrace and merchandise, including the Vestal Masturbation iconography. Chris talks about working with artistic director Nigel Wingrove and Cradle of Filth, his impressions of the band, his career and his legacy.
It was fantastic to chat with Chris; there's so much deep insight here for the old-school fan. Thanks to Chris for agreeing to have a chat on the show.

2022: The year in review and top 10 albums

Here we are at the end of another year. The world might be full of nut cases trying to convince you that we are all doomed, yet the wheels keep turning, and there is always plenty of killer new music to share.
On this special end-of-year edition of the show, 2022, gets a review. The top 10 albums are revealed in a countdown alongside some honourable mentions, and the best tunes of the year are curated in an extended playlist offering the greatest from a superb cast of bands. We also pay tribute to and remember the fallen, those who are no longer with us, the tremendous musicians and artists whom we will miss.
Expect tunes from artists and bands such as Conjurer, Patronian, Voodoo Moonshine, Gaupa, Motherslug, Belphegor, Watain, The Antichrist Imperium, Werewolves, The Antichrist Imperium, Meshuggah, Dave Coutts, Lathe, A Rising Force, and Venom Inc., Downset, Mystic Circle, Autopsy, High Castle Teleorkestra, Motivation, Surrecturus, Matt Pike, UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER, Kurt Diemer, Michael Schenker, Jizzy Pearl’s Love/ Hate, Skid Row, Satan, Stonetrip, Rob Zombie, Cypress Hill, Polyphia, Don Broco, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA, The Halo Effect, Kublai Khan TX, Miss May I, Battle Beast, Blind Guardian, COMEBACK KID, Hangman’s Chair, Josh Travis, Cabal, The Gloom in the Corner, Corpsegrinder, Revocation, Immolation, Psycroptic, Decapitated, ANTROPOFAGUS, Black Fucking Cancer, Kreator, Lamb of God, Amorphis, Healing Magic, HEILUNG, and the Godfather of them all; Ozzy Osbourne.
Almost five hours of music, commentary and the top 10 countdown are here to sate your Christmas and new year music fix!

Laura Cox

Laura Cox is a French blues/ rock guitarist with a fantastic album scheduled for release in late January 2023 called Head Above Water. Throughout this chat, Laura talks about the album, band dynamics, the push for global recognition and why heavy metal fans have taken to her music.

James Hulse (From The Haze)

James Hulse is an independent musician from Ipswich with a killer groovin' heavy rock album to share, titled My Own Worst Enemy, under the From The Haze moniker. My Own Worst Enemy is an album that fans of Silverchair, Grinspoon and Kisschasy should get right into. The conversation is essential as James shares his journey of bringing the album to life. For this reason, this is an essential episode for any musician and songwriter who is procrastinating or perhaps needs some inspiration to get going and get something out there, be it an album, an EP or something in between.