Scars and Guitars

Leni DiMancari (A Rising Force)

In this conversation with Leni, we cover a heap of topics, including the excellent new album from A Rising Force called Eclipse. This episode is notable as we expand the conversation into socio-political subjects, something I hope I can do more over the next phase of the podcast. Thanks to Leni for an epic encounter, one I hope we can repeat!

Zach Moonshine (Metal Devastation Radio, MDPR, The Zach Moonshine Show, Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest)

Zach Moonshine talks about his career as the host of The Zach Moonshine Show, Metal Devastation Radio and his promotion business, MDPR. Showing he is of an entrepreneurial mindset, Zach has recently launched the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest, so he also talks about that.

Pedro Espada (Voodoo Moonshine)

Florida/Georgia-based hard rockin' blues outfit Voodoo Moonshine are back with a new single and video from their latest album, 'Bottom of the Barrel, "Give It to Me". The release is the catalyst for a chat with the band's vocalist Pedro Espada, which follows the conversation released earlier in 2022 with guitarist Jeff Losawyer. Pedro shares his thoughts on the album, band life and the state of hard rock and metal.

Tim Gauci (Primitive)

Tim discusses Primitive's new offering, the With The Rats And Snakes EP, which will be released independently on August 12, 2022. Some interesting banter about Metallica as well!
About the band: Primitive incorporates their abrasive yet memorable riffs, solos, grooves and hooks - sounding something reminiscent of the wave of early 2000s American heavy metal & metalcore styles, so if you're a fan of Trivium and Lamb of God, you'll enjoy Primitive.

New music show- July 2022

Hot off the press, the July 2022 new music show brings you brand new cuts from Soilwork, Massacre, Carnifex AMON AMARTH, ROB ZOMBIE, Anthrax Soulfly, THE HELLACOPTERS, BAD WOLVES, SKID ROW, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, Bring Me The Horizon, Miss May I, Venues, OF VIRTUE, BLEEDING THROUGH, Nth Rd, OCEAN SLEEPER, FIRE FROM THE GODS, Silent Planet, POLYPHIA, OCTOBER ENDS, ELECTRIC CALLBOY, Conquer Divide, THRESHOLD, AMARANTHE, Abrams, Ian Blurton's Future Now, White Hills, 156/SILENCE, Stick to Your Guns, Polar, DAN MARAZITA, HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD, Our Mirage 96, BITTER BEINGS, BROADSIDE, NOTHING MORE, Psycroptic, Remains, FALLUJAH, CONJURER, Hissing, MORIBUND DAWN, SVALBARD, HORIZON IGNITED, Reeking Aura, Patronoian, Sigh, HEILUNG, APOCALYPTICA, The Hu, Sarattma, Sea Witch
🎶 ALMOST ***FOUR 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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Joe Haley (Psycroptic)

Guitarist extraordinaire Joe Haley is the guest on this episode of the show. Joe discusses the killer new album from Psycroptic titled Divine Council. Other topics include his thoughts on appearing in Guitar World, touring North America with Scott Carstairs and Fallujah in September and October, and the piece of advice he would give himself if he could go back in time when you were starting as a musician.

Bastian Thusgaard (Soilwork)

Bastian is a session percussionist and drummer for Soilwork; the catalyst for our chat is the launch of Övergivenheten, the new album for 2022 from Soilwork. Throughout the conversation, Bastian covers the album and his role as a drum educator, notably with his academy, Blastable Drumming, and many other topics.

Niclas Engelin (The Halo Effect/ In Flames)

The Halo Effect's debut album, Days of the Lost, is available now, and it captures the essence of old-school In Flames; given most of the band are or were in In Flames, that's hardly a surprise. Throughout the conversation, Niclas discusses the album, the health and well-being of former In Flames guitarist Jesper Strömblad, and whether he plans to reignite Gardenian. As former Megadeth guitarist Chris Broderick has been part of the In Flames touring lineup since 2019, it was intriguing to hear Niclas' response to the question of his ongoing membership of the group. You will have to tune in and hear what he has to say.

Was Sarginson (ex- Cradle of Filth/ ex- Extreme Noise Terror)

This conversation is another cracking entry into the chronicles of filth. If you are unfamiliar, Was Sarginson is Cradle of Filth's second-ever drummer and their fourth, as he returned to record most of the cuts on the 1999 EP release, From The Cradle To Enslave.
As regular listeners have come to expect, there is plenty of deep insight into the machinations of Cradle of Filth, and Was delivered throughout this chat. It's all on the table, and I'm appreciative that Was was willing to share his experience and observations from his time and lengthy association with the band. In addition to Cradle of Filth, Was was part of Extreme Noise Terror, so he also talks about his tenure in the band.

Conor Marshall (Conjurer/ Sylosis)

Conjurer will release Páthos, their album for 2022, on July 1, which is why it is an excellent opportunity to talk to bassist Conor Marshall. He talks about comparisons to Gorguts' Obscura and Alphaville by Imperial Triumphant, the group's recent experience playing festivals Roadburn, Hellfest and Dark Mofo, and his take on why so much killer heavy metal has evolved from the British Midlands.