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.

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880 episodes
Updated Nov 15, 2025
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Jul 16, 2018 · 17 min
Nereis
Nereis. Hailing from Italy, Andy Barchiesi from Nereis chats about the new album, Turning Point.
Jul 12, 2018 · 50 min
Mortiis
In this chat, Mortiis takes the spotlight. The catalyst for our conversation is his 2018 shows, marking his first-ever performances in the antipodes. We delve into Mortiis' excitement and anticipation for the shows, explore his reflections on signing with Earache in the past, and delve into a plethora of other intriguing topics.
Jul 12, 2018 · 24 min
Spencer Prewett (Archspire)
Spencer Prewett (Archspire). The 'light speed god of heavy metal thunder', drummer and percussionist extraordinaire Spencer Prewett, talks about his career and Archspire's August 2018 tour of Australia.
Jul 10, 2018 · 22 min
Erin Gooden (Legs Electric)
Erin Gooden (Legs Electric). Erin discusses Legs Electrics excellent new EP, Two Sides, as well and a host of other interesting topics.
Jul 10, 2018 · 18 min
Nyves Krithinidou and Robin Baumann (Venues)
Nyves Krithinidou and Robin Baumann (Venues). Nyves and Robin are the vocalists in German outfit, Venues. They join Andrew to chat about their new for 2018 album, Aspire.
Jul 9, 2018 · 27 min
Eduardo O Gil (SIFTING)
Eduardo O Gil (SIFTING). Andrew chats to Eduardo about SIFTING's excellent LP, Not From Here, as well as his journey from Venezuela to Los Angeles.
Jul 9, 2018 · 17 min
Richard Meiz (Genus Ordinis Dei)
Richard Meiz (Genus Ordinis Dei). Andrew and Richard chat about the Italian bands new album, Great Olden Dynasty, as well as the challenges of playing metal in Italy.
Jul 9, 2018 · 28 min
Lillye
Lillye. Having just released the slamming new album, Evolve, Virginia and Matt from Lillye chat to Andrew about the band and wax lyrical about other interesting subjects
Jul 6, 2018 · 27 min
Doro
Doro. Apart from discussing her excellent new album for 2018, Forever Warriors Forever United, Doro delves into lesser known aspects of her stellar career.
Jun 28, 2018 · 16 min
Andrew W.K.
Andrew W.K. The two Andrews discuss the upcoming dates the band are playing in Australia in August 2018. Some great conversation about Andrew W.K.'s career as well.
Jun 28, 2018 · 21 min
Frost (Satyricon)
The catalyst for our conversation is Satyricon's 2018 Australian tour. Despite the quality of the phone line being less than ideal, Frost shares his insights on a plethora of intriguing topics. We discuss his anticipation for the shows, delve into the band's 2017 album "Deep Calleth Upon Deep," and reflect on the phenomenon of new fans who may not be familiar with the band's extensive back catalogue. So, bear with us through the less-than-perfect audio, as Frost, the talented percussionist of Satyricon, provides us with plenty of rolled gold in our chat.
Jun 28, 2018 · 1 hr 3 min
Hank Shteamer (Rolling Stone)
Hank Shteamer (Rolling Stone). Hank is a senior music editor for Rolling Stone. You can follow him on Twitter @darkforcesswing . Hank is a very knowledgable writer focusing on heavy metal and jazz. We discuss some jazz greats and a favoured topic for both of us, Morbid Angel.
Jun 22, 2018 · 20 min
Dez Fafara (Devil Driver/ Coal Chamber)
Dez Fafara (Devil Driver/ Coal Chamber). Dez chats to Andrew about the new DevilDriver album, Outlaws 'til the End, Vol. 1, and a heap of other interesting topics from his career.
Jun 16, 2018 · 30 min
Demonaz (Immortal)
The catalyst for our conversation is the launch of the album "Northern Chaos Gods" in 2018. We delve into discussions about the album, Demonaz's thoughts on the band's 2007 shows in Australia, and the significant event of the split within Immortal involving Abbath. It's worth noting that based on recent online commentary, Demonaz may have provided more detailed insights on the reasons behind the split in this chat compared to his new interviews leading up to the release of the upcoming album "War Against All" in 2023. So, let's keep that in mind as we engage in our chat with Demonaz from Immortal.
Jun 14, 2018 · 15 min
Mark Collins (The Charlatans)
Mark Collins (The Charlatans). The outstanding guitarist from UK act The Charlatans talks to Andrew about the August 2018 Australian tour.
Jun 13, 2018 · 14 min
Rachel Bolan (Skid Row)
Rachel Bolan (Skid Row). Ahead of Skid Row's October 2018 Australian tour, Rachel chats to Andrew.
Jun 13, 2018 · 31 min
Jayson Watkin
Jayson Watkin. Musician, poet and all round good bloke Jayson chats to Andrew about his music and other profound subjects.
Jun 13, 2018 · 23 min
Liam Bray (Leichhardt)
Liam Bray (Leichhardt). Andrew and Liam talk about Brisbane, the bands music and host of other topics. A great conversation with a member of a Queensland based band.
Jun 8, 2018 · 17 min
Jeff Martin (The Tea Party)
Jeff Martin (The Tea Party). Jeff chats to Andrew about his showcase tour honouring R.E.M. : The Ones We Love: Celebrating R.E.M. (1982 - 1992)
Jun 7, 2018 · 30 min
Kym Redmond (Band of Missfits)
Kym Redmond (Band of Missfits). Kym talks to Andrew all about the bands EP, Higher Passage.