Scars and Guitars
With over 900 interviews, 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

Sep 1, 2023
Sep 1, 2023
55 min
Anthony talks about the new Triple Kill album Blackened Dawn, and we dive into topics related to all things metal, local and general.
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Aug 31, 2023
Aug 31, 2023
20 min
GLORYHAMMER returns with "Return To The Kingdom Of Fife," a nuclear-powered heroic power metal album, which they are bringing to Australian Audiences this November. Michael Barber (Zargothrax - keyboards) is on hand to discuss the shows and the new album. He also offers his opinion on the situation between venues and bands regarding merchandising royalties, amongst other quality topics.
Catch them with Pirate metal legends RUMAHOY and LïVEWïRE at:
Nov 2 - Adelaide
Nov 3 - Melbourne
Nov 4 - Sydney
Nov 5 - Canberra
Nov 7 - Brisbane
Tickets: www.moshtix.com.au (Adelaide, Brisbane) and www.oztix.com.au (Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra).

Aug 29, 2023
Aug 29, 2023
56 min
Join us as Mikael Stanne delves into exciting updates about The Halo Effect’s upcoming tour with Lagerfest in Australia throughout November. We also uncover his deep-rooted connections with Gothenburg’s luminaries, pondering the genre’s impact on extreme metal’s evolution, comparable to Florida’s late 80s death metal scene. Stanne discusses Jesper Stromblad, the remarkable project Grand Cadaver, line-up shifts in Dark Tranquillity, and revisits his days with Hammerfall and In Flames. This episode marks our debut on Rumble, and your support is appreciated as we explore this new platform’s potential. Stay tuned for more!
Get set for LAGERFEST 2023: a blend of heavy metal and Oktoberfest. Featuring THE HALO EFFECT (their debut in Australia and New Zealand), BEYOND THE BLACK, and DEVILSKIN. Also, don’t miss LAGERSTEIN, Australia’s party pirates, in their 6th explosive appearance. Catch the festival on these dates: 11/11 – Auckland, 12/11 – Christchurch, 15/11 – Brisbane, 16/11 – Sydney, 18/11 – Adelaide, 19/11 – Melbourne. Tickets at: https://www.lagerfest.net/

Aug 18, 2023
Aug 18, 2023
1hr 6 min
Kelly discusses the creative influences that shaped his first album using the Till The Dirt moniker titled "Outside The Spiral." We delve into the 1990s, where we explore his close relationship with Roger Patterson (November 29, 1968 – February 12, 1991), the bassist for Athiest, as well as his successor Tony Choy. This is followed by a dynamic conversation covering various subjects tied to the realm of social and political landscapes.

Aug 16, 2023
Aug 16, 2023
58 min
The trigger for the discussion with Scott from Carnifex is their ninth studio album, Necromanteum, set to release on October 6 2023, through Nuclear Blast Records. While we do delve into the album's creation, the conversation is notable through its exploration of the prevalent woke and socialist ideologies that are widespread across the Western hemisphere.

Aug 9, 2023
Aug 9, 2023
28 min
Serena Cherry from Svalbard discusses their fourth album, The Weight Of The Mask. We delve into intentional differences between this album and When I Die, Will I Get Better? and explore Svalbard's collaboration with The Ranch Production House, their creative process, lyrical themes, and inspirations. Discover insights from shows with Russian Circles and Cult of Luna and find out if Svalbard has an Australian adventure planned.

Aug 6, 2023
Aug 6, 2023
1hr 5 min
Shane Embury explores the challenges of balancing artistry, family, and societal pressures. We discuss censorship, the evolving music industry, and the responsibility of being an artist in today's polarised world. Shane shares their experiences collaborating with Bill Steer and Kevin Sharp and covers musicianship, bass playing and experimentation with diverse sounds and styles. This conversation offers plenty of insight into Shane's psyche and what makes him tick.

Aug 6, 2023
Aug 6, 2023
22 min
Sam Bettley, the bassist of Asking Alexandria, delves into their latest album, Where Do We Go From Here? Sam shares his thoughts on their journey and how they've evolved. Plus, get a glimpse into their creative process and the gear they use to produce their sound. Plenty of insight if you enjoy bass playing.

Aug 6, 2023
Aug 6, 2023
32 min
Josh Middleton discusses Sylosis' latest album, A Sign of Things to Come, covering their sound, writing process, and focus on creating a cohesive record. He also reflects on the significance of albums in today's music landscape and shares thoughts on playing with Metallica and his recent exit from Architects, amongst other intriguing topics.

Aug 6, 2023
Aug 6, 2023
53 min
James Bulloch discusses Ringworm's latest album, Seeing Through Fire and how he hopes it'll reach a wider extreme metal audience with the help of Nuclear Blast. James also discusses his powerful vocal style and how the band focused on a specific engineer to achieve a heavy, raw, and clear sound. James is also a tattooist and graphic designer based in Cleveland, which is a catalyst for an exchange about the economics of the music industry.





