Scars and Guitars

Michael Weikath (Helloween)

**Final episode alert** In this conversation with Michael from Helloween, he discusses the band's 2025 album, Giants & Monsters. He offers his opinion on various episode

Eric Jarrin (Despised Icon)

Eric Jarrin, guitarist and co-producer of Montreal deathcore outfit Despised Icon, discusses their new album, Shadow Work, including lyrical themes and inspirations. Eric

Eero Sipilä (Battle Beast)

Battle Beast bassist and songwriter Eero Sipilä reflects on the band's seventh album, Steelbound, set for release on October 17, 2025, via Nuclear Blast. Eero also discus

Examining media statements from Zoë M. Federoff, Marek ‘Ashok’ Šmerda, and Dani Filth

This episode examines statements from Zoë M. Federoff, Marek ‘Ashok’ Šmerda, and Dani Filth, focusing on the acrimonious departure of Zoë and Marek from Cradle of Filth.

Elliott Sansom (Be'lakor/ Dusk Cult)

Elliott Sansom shares insight into his tenure as the band's drummer and percussionist, including how he joined the group and an opportunity to reflect on what being in a

Jeff Sahyoun (Letlive)

Letlive guitarist Jeff Sahyoun discusses the band’s Australian tour in September, marking their return after an eight-year hiatus. He reflects on navigating the challenge

Phil Campbell (Motörhead/ The Bastard Sons)

Phil Campbell, guitarist of Motörhead, discusses the upcoming Australian tour with his band Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons in September. He shares stories from his li

Steven Wilson

Steven Wilson: Discussing The Overview and Australian Tour in November 2025 Steven Wilson shares details about his Australian tour in November 2025, which serves as the

Mat Sinner (Primal Fear/ Sinner)

In this comprehensive and engaging interview, Primal Fear bassist and co-founder Mat Sinner discusses the band’s upcoming album, Domination, set for release on September

Uli John Roth

Uli Jon Roth discusses his Australian tour in September 2025 as part of his Pictures of Destiny world tour. He provides insights into the setlist, revealing songs he won’

Gregor Mackintosh (Paradise Lost/ Strigoi/ Host)

The opportunity to chat with Gregor comes about due to the new album from Paradise Lost, titled Ascension. Among a four-decade career, there were plenty of topics to disc

Tomislav Ferenc (Elusive God)

Tomislav discusses his band Elusive God and their releases, including the new album, Ambis. It was important for Tomislav to feature on the show as he is from Croatia, an

Ben Weinman (The Dillinger Escape Plan)

Ben Weinman discusses The Dillinger Escape Plan’s Australian shows through August 2025, shares his thoughts on cover albums, and the idea of two vocalists, given that Dim

Isaiah Mitchell (Earthless)

Isaiah Mitchell, guitarist of the psychedelic rock powerhouse Earthless, shares his insights on songwriting, guitar playing and the creative process behind Earthless' min

Andi Deris (Helloween)

Helloween vocalist Andi Deris shares insights into the band’s upcoming album, Giants & Monsters, set for release on August 29, 2025, via Reigning Phoenix Music. Deris ope

Tomi Joutsen & Santeri Kallio (Amorphis)

Tomi Joutsen (vocalist) and Santeri Kallio (keyboardist and songwriter) from Amorphis shared insights about their upcoming album, Borderland. They explored the album’s th

Book interview: "Guitaryeti il viaggio di Stuart Anstis"

Italian author and musician Almarok has written a tribute to Cradle of Filth guitarist Stuart Anstis. Throughout this discussion, he shares his inspiration for the book a

Johanna Kurkela, Tuomas Holopainen & Troy Donockley (Auri)

AURI Discusses New Album: III - Candles & Beginnings In a recent conversation, Auri members Johanna Kurkela, Tuomas, and Troy shared insights about their upcoming album,

Matt Barlow (ex-Iced Earth/ Ashes of Ares)

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 relat

James Russo (Dirty Pagans)

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 str