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Scars and Guitars

Andrew McKaysmithscarsandguitars.podbean.com
With over 900 interviews, Andrew McKaysmith provides 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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Episodes

Adam Darski AKA Nergal (Behemoth/ Me and That Man)

Adam Darski AKA Nergal (Behemoth/ Me and That Man). Ahead of Behemoth's appearances at the Australian edition of Download and other shows with Slayer and Anthrax, Adam talks about the shows and shares his thoughts on albums and episodes throughout his career.

Mar 06, 201921 min

Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down, Superjoint, The Illegals, Scour)

*This conversation was recorded in March 2019 and has been available via podcast apps since then, now available for the first time on YouTube* Join the legendary Phil Anselmo, the enigmatic vocalist of Pantera, as we delve into his remarkable journey in the world of heavy metal. Despite facing harsh criticism and unimaginable tragedy, Anselmo's unwavering love for heavy metal and horror movies has fueled his three-decade-long contribution to the music industry. In this special interview, Anselmo...

Mar 01, 201929 min

Chrigel Glanzman (Eluveitie)

Chrigel Glanzman (Eluveitie). Andrew and Chrigel discuss Eluveitie's May 2019 Australian tour and also the new studio album, Ategnatos.

Feb 27, 201937 min

Matthew Mitris (Colibrium)

Matthew Mitris (Colibrium). Matthew and Andrew discuss the bands brand new single for 2019, Capture, and other interesting subjects.

Feb 12, 201921 min

Eero Sipilä (Battle Beast)

Eero Sipilä (Battle Beast). Andrew and Eero chat about the new album for 2019 from Battle Beast, No More Hollywood Endings.

Feb 04, 201918 min

Satanic Australia.

Satanic Australia. Artemis from Satanic Australia chats to Andrew about Satanism in Australia.

Jan 30, 201937 min

Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation)

Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation). Within Temptation's brand new studio album will launch February 1st 2019, Sharon and Andrew talk all about the album and other subjects.

Jan 28, 201919 min

Andy Gill (Gang of Four)

*This conversation was recorded in January 2019 and has been available via podcast apps since then, now available for the first time on YouTube* Welcome to our interview, where we dive deep into the world of musical influence, shining a spotlight on the brilliant mind behind Gang of Four, Andy Gill. While some bands achieve household-name status, like the Rolling Stones and the Beatles, there are artists whose impact far exceeds the fame of their discography. Gang of Four falls into this categor...

Jan 25, 201926 min

Taime Downe (Faster Pussycat)

Taime Downe (Faster Pussycat). LA glam survivors Faster Pussycat head to Australia for shows through February 2019, ahead of the shows Taime shares his thoughts ion many episodes throughout his career.

Jan 25, 201921 min

Laurie Luke

Laurie Luke. Andrew and Laurie chat about his brand new EP for 2019, the superb, Way Back When.

Jan 22, 201922 min

Ihsahn (Emperor)

Ihsahn (Emperor). This conversation took place ahead of Emperor's long awaited tour of Australia.

Jan 22, 201937 min

Anton Kabanen (Beast in Black)

Anton Kabanen (Beast in Black). The new album from Beast in Black for 2019 is called From Hell With Love and Anton joins Andrew to talk all about it.

Jan 17, 201921 min

Drew Shirley (Switchfoot)

Drew Shirley (Switchfoot). Andrew chats with Drew about the new album for 2019 from Switchfoot, Native Tongue.

Jan 11, 201917 min

Tobias Sammet (Edguy, Avantasia)

Tobias Sammet (Edguy, Avantasia). Tobi chats with Andrew about life and the brand new album for 2019 from Avantasia, Moonglow.

Jan 10, 201923 min

Erik Danielsson (Watain)

Erik Danielsson (Watain). Andrew and Erik discuss career and Watain's February 2019 tour of Australia and New Zealand.

Jan 08, 201917 min

Michael Beinhorn (Producer)

Michael Beinhorn. Michael is a world class producer who has worked with Ozzy Osbourne, Korn, Marilyn Manson and a host of other bands. Michael offers a suite of services to the musician in order to get prepared for the studio and he shares his thoughts throughout the conversation.

Dec 29, 201842 min

Lindsay Schoolcraft (Cradle of Filth)

Lindsay Schoolcraft (Cradle of Filth). Andrew and Lindsay discuss her career and Lindsay's December '18/ January '19 shows in Australia.

Dec 21, 201826 min

Jack Jones (Southern Sons)

Jack Jones (Southern Sons). Ahead of the "All You Need Is Love" Beatles concert event, Jack talks about the shows and his thoughts in his career with Southern Sons.

Dec 20, 201829 min

Audio Reign

Audio Reign. Andrew chats to Jake Fleming (Vocals, Guitar), Alek Dyrynda (Lead Guitar), Ash Lovett (Bass, Vocals) and Dieter Schoell (Drums, Vocals) from epic Adelaide heavy rock outfit, Audio Reign, about their self titled album, released November 2018.

Dec 18, 201821 min

Sydnee Carter

Sydnee Carter. Andrew chats to WAM award winner Sydnee Carter about her magnificent new single, "Give It All Away", and other subjects surrounding her career as a musician.

Dec 18, 201817 min

Dan White (Blue Child Collective)

Dan White (Blue Child Collective). Andrew chats to Dan about his epic new for 2018 album, Wake Up To The Sound.

Dec 17, 201829 min

Bjorn ’Speed’ Strid (Soilwork)

Bjorn 'Speed' Strid (Soilwork). The third conversation for the podcast series with Speed, as usual he is up for a solid conversation! We chat about Verkligheten and the passing of his friend and immortal shred guitar legend, Ralph Santolla.

Dec 17, 201815 min

Annalisa Fernandez (TRQS)

Annalisa Fernandez (TRQS). Andrew chats to the very talented Melbourne based artist Annalisa about her new single under the TRQS pseudonuymn, "MVIII"; which made The A List Online's 'Top 25 of 2018', and the new EP, One. A host of other interesting subjects discussed through the conversation as well.

Dec 13, 201844 min

Dave and Tim Watkins (Yalla Yalla)

Dave and Tim Watkins (Yalla Yalla). The brothers Watkins talk about the stunning new for 2019 EP from Yalla Yalla, Tides.

Dec 12, 201828 min

Mike Howe (Metal Church)

Mike Howe (Metal Church). Andrew and Mike discuss the brand new album for 2018 from Metal Church, Damned If You Do.

Dec 04, 201817 min
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