Scars and Guitars

Slatts (King Parrot)

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 TOURFriday 6 June - Republic Bar, HobartSaturday 7 June - Royal Oak, LauncestonFriday 20 June - Brunswick Ballroom, Melbourne VICSaturday 21 June - Barwon Club, Geelong VICSunday 22 June - Singing Bird, Frankston VIC (Arvo All Ages)Friday 27 June - Crowbar, Sydney NSWSaturday 28 June - Thrashville, Hunter Valley NSWACID BATH + PENTAGRAM + KING PARROTJuly 25: Brooklyn, NY – Paramount ALL TICKET LINKS FOR THE ABOVE ATkingparrot.net

Tim Charles (Ne Obliviscaris)

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 of Citadel, recounts memorable fan interactions, and opens up about his creative process, the challenges of pursuing a music career, and the wisdom he’s gained along the way.
Citadel/Exul Australian Tour Dates:
Tuesday, June 10: Magnet House, Perth
Thursday, June 12: Lion Arts, Adelaide
Friday, June 13: 170 Russell, Melbourne
Saturday, June 14: Metro Theatre, Sydney
Sunday, June 15: Princess Theatre, Brisbane
Tickets are on sale now & VIP Experience Packages are available www.neobliviscaris.com.au

Matt Wong (Discernable)

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 division and control. Matt is one of the most insightful and articulate social and political commentators online, so be prepared for a far-reaching and thought-provoking discussion. 
Check out Matt's show: https://discernable.io/ 

Eric Peterson (Testament)

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 Eric talks about working with John (Gian) Pyras in DragonLord. 
Testament's June 2025 Australian tour dates:
Wednesday 18 June - The Tivoli, Brisbane
Friday 20 June - The Metro, Sydney
Saturday 21 June - Northcote Theatre, Melbourne
Sunday 22 June - The Gov, Adelaide
Tuesday 24 June - Metropolis Fremantle, Perth
Tickets: https://metropolistouring.com/testament-2025/ 

Sam Mooradian (Fallujah)

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 

Jeff Williams (Onslaught)

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 adventures aboard the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise, the bizarre tour featuring former Anthrax vocalist Neil Turbin, the impact of the band's legacy and much more.
ONSLAUGHT Australian Tour:
14.11.2025 AU Perth - Rosemount Hotel
15.11.2025 AU Adelaide - Lion Arts Factory
19.11.2025 AU Canberra - The Baso
20.11.2025 AU Sydney - The Underground
21.11.2025 AU Brisbane - Soapbox Brewery
22.11.2025 AU Melbourne - Corner Hotel
Info & Tickets: https://www.powerfromhell.com/site/live 
 
Order the album ORIGINS OF AGGRESSION: https://onslaught.rpm.link/originsPR 
 

Jeff Wagner (Metal Maniacs)

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 Dickinson, and working with Mike Greenblatt and Blabbermouth’s Borivoj Krgin. Jeff also shares the most surprising and disappointing figures he met, discusses the impact of a recent tragedy, his books, and more.
Check out Jeff's podcast: https://radicalresearch.org/author/admin_jeff/
Check out the feature with Metal maniacs editor-in-chief Mike Greenblatt: https://scarsandguitars.podbean.com/e/mike-greenblatt-metal-maniacs-magazine/ 

Jacob Binzer (D.A.D.)

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 Australian Dates
Tuesday 20th May - Perth, Rosemount Hotel
Thursday 22nd May - Brisbane, The Triffid
Friday 23rd May - Sydney, Manning Bar
Saturday 24th May - Melbourne, Northcote Theatre
Tickets
From: https://metropolistouring.com/d-a-d-2025/

Sean Hynes (Ingested)

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 - Brisbane, Cold Day Festival, The Triffid
 
TICKETS ON SALE NOW:
MELBOURNE, SYDNEY – www.oztix.com.au
BRISBANE - www.moshtix.com.au
www.facebook.com/ingesteduk
www.facebook.com/algormortisau
www.swdpresents.com

Helena Kotina (Nervosa)

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 band’s sound on the new album, Jailbreak. We also cover the influence of classic rock and heavy metal on crafting thrash metal riffs, and the impact of transitioning to a quintet on songwriting and live performances. We discuss the collaborative songwriting process for Jailbreak, lessons from performing with metal icons, and much more. 
Nervosa Australian tour dates left in the schedule: 
MELBOURNE - NORTHCOTE SOCIAL CLUB - SAT 19 APRILhttp://tickets.melbournetickets.com.au/outlet/event/28162447-c9e6-4df6-bd4e-5134e37a178d?accessCode=masonBRISBANE - CROWBAR - SUN 20 APRILBrisbane's leading Thrash exponents ASYLUMhttp://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/162a41e7-943e-45c0-b730-b1253b5601c0?accessCode=asylum