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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

New music show- July 2021

🎶 SIX HOURS OF 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 🎶 ♠️ PLEASE LIKE & SHARE ///// SUPPORT INDEPENDENT MUSIC AND PODCASTS! ♠️ Give the show a listen and tell everyone what you think! ♠️ With thanks to John Howarth, Golden Robot Records, Cult Etiquette, Chipster PR, Press This! PR, Chris Maric from Maric Media, Lochlan Watt at EVP, JZ Pres...

Jul 01, 20215 hr 49 min

Miles Dimitri Baker (Interloper/ ex- Rings of Saturn)

Miles and Interloper have crafted a killer album called Search Party, a prog infused metallic extravaganza which is very different from what he was doing in Rings of Saturn. We discuss the album, his thoughts on former bandmate Lucas Mann amongst plenty of other choice banter sure to please fans of killer new heavy metal 🤘 Order the album: www.nuclearblast.com/interloper-searchparty Interloper on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterloperOfficial I had a chat with Miles in 2017, check out th...

Jun 26, 202141 min

Kai Hansen (Helloween/ Gamma Ray)

Kai Hansen (Helloween/ Gamma Ray). Helloween's self-titled album is out now and is a serious contender for album of the year 2021! One of the reasons it is so strong is the return of vocalist and guitarist Kai Hansen. After the conversations with Helloween members Sascha Gerstner, Dani Löble, and Markus Großkopf, this chat with Kai caps a momentous opportunity to deep dive into all things Helloween. The audio quality is not great. I hosted the chat from a emote location and Kai explained that h...

Jun 26, 202145 min

Tommy Krash (The Leviathan Project/ ex- Britney Fox)

Tommy Krash (The Leviathan Project/ ex- Britney Fox). The Leviathan Project is an extraordinary new band featuring Bobby Koeble (ex- Death), Matt Nardo (Producer), Tk (ex- Britny Fox) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (guest vocals, ex- Judas Priest/ Iced Earth). The group's debut release is an EP titled It's their World. IMHO it is the finest collection of metal songs in many years, easily the standout release thus far in 2021! Tommy talks all about the album and shares his thoughts on many other topics.

Jun 17, 202158 min

Dani Löble (Helloween)

Dani Löble (Helloween). A far-reaching conversation with Helloween drummer Dani Löble came about due to the release of the band's self-titled album for 2021. We discuss the album, touring, his thoughts on working with former Iron Maiden vocalist Blaze Bayley, watching soccer from an unusual vantage point and much, much more. Footage of the conversation is posted to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBumJWAQnuBuhf0aqwLMlWw

Jun 07, 202157 min

New music show- June 2021

New music show- June 2021. Check out this diverse and eclectic collection, there's something in there for everyone who loves hard rock, heavy metal and extreme metal. 1. VHF- Whispers of the Soul (featuring Whitesnake/David Coverdale guitarist Joel Hoekstra and ex-The Firm bassist Tony Franklin The Fretless Monster 2. The Checkered Hearts- My Best Friend's Girl 3. Abertooth Lincoln- Mother is Coming 4. Sorrow & The Spire- My Misery Calling 5. RiseuP- Jim B 6. Mad Symphony- The Next door 7. D...

Jun 06, 20213 hr

Sascha Gerstner (Helloween/ Palast)

Sascha Gerstner (Helloween/ Palast). Sasha is the guitarist in German metal legends Helloween. The catalyst for the conversation is the new album from the band, scheduled for release on June 18 2021, titled Helloween. We discuss the new album, his perspective on the return of Kai Hansen on guitars (1984-1989, 2016-present), and lead vocals (1984-1986, 2016-present); and Michael Kiske - lead vocals (1986-1993, 2016-present). Sascha dives into many other topics and we canvas his thoughts on his al...

Jun 01, 202145 min

Wes Hauch (Alluvial/ ex-The Faceless/ ex- Black Crown Initiate)

Wes Hauch ( v/ ex-The Faceless/ ex- Black Crown Initiate). Wes Hauch is the brilliant guitarist and songwriter at the centre of Alluvial. The catalyst for our conversation is the release of the new studio album, Sarcoma, out May 28 2021. Sarcoma's lineup consists of Hauch, vocalist Kevin Muller (ex-SUFFOCATION, THE MERCILESS CONCEPT), bassist Tim Walker (ENTHEOS) and drummer Matt Paulazzo (AEGAEON). It's a bold statement in punishing death metal in which Hauch demonstrates his flair for innovati...

May 30, 202155 min

Markus Großkopf (Helloween)

Markus Großkopf (Helloween). The band's second-ever self-titled release will be available on June 18, 2021. Markus is on hand to discuss, and we cover a heap of ground. Of course, we chat about the new album, and we wax lyrical about our bass heroes amongst other worthy topics.

May 27, 202153 min

Erik Rutan (Cannibal Corpse/ Hate Eternal/ Alas/ ex- Morbid Angel/ ex- Ripping Corpse)

Erik Rutan (Cannibal Corpse/ Hate Eternal/ Alas/ ex- Morbid Angel/ ex- Ripping Corpse). The catalyst for the conversation with Erik is the new Cannibal Corpse album for 2021, Violence Unimagined, which is Erik's first as a full-time member after producing the past five albums. Erik handles the production for the album in addition to the guitars. We cover Violence Unimagined, his time with Morbid Angel, his thoughts on Alas, writing a biography and many more topics related to his superb career.

May 27, 20211 hr 46 min

Mark Alexander-Erber (Golden Robot Records)

Mark Alexander-Erber (Golden Robot Records). Mark is the President & Founder of Golden Robot Global Entertainment. The label's roster includes Gilby Clarke, L.A. Guns, Rose Tattoo, Jefferson Starship, Vanilla Fudge, Dizzy Reed and many new and emerging artists. In this episode, Mark shares his rock n' roll philosophy, what it takes to run the organisation, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

May 20, 20211 hr 7 min

Jack Thomas (Burial Pit)

Jack Thomas (Burial Pit). Lord Of Limbs from Burial Pit's upcoming debut album Subhuman Scum (out May 21 2021) is a gnarly slice of death/ sludge. on hand to discuss is main songwriter and guitarist, Jack Thomas. he first dives into topics surrounding his day job and then dives into the convo regarding all things Burial Pit.

May 18, 202153 min

Lala Frischknecht (Burning Witches)

Lala Frischknecht (Burning Witches). Burning Witches release their new album The Witch Of The North on May 28th Via Nuclear Blast. Lala talks about the band's evolution into a high-quality heavy metal outfit and her Filipino heritage amongst other worthy topics!

May 17, 202136 min

Stevie D (Buckcherry)

Stevie D (Buckcherry). Buckcherry will release their 9th studio album Hellbound on June 25 2021 and Stevie D is on hand to discuss. Expect plenty of album talk, touring during COVID, and some insight on Stevie's Filipino heritage.

May 14, 202121 min

New music show- May 2021

New music show- May 2021. Featuring the latest from the Golden Robot Records stable, which includes Crusader records, Coffin and Bolt records, Die Laughing records, Riot records and X-Ray records. Expect plenty of rock, hard rock, punk and hardcore! NOTE: This podcast is licensed to play music under agreement with the Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society Limited via the "Podcasts (Minimal Music): A

May 12, 20213 hr 1 min

Jozef Norocky (Devil Sold His Soul)

Jozef Norocky (Devil Sold His Soul). UK based Ambient Post-hardcore outfit Devil Sold His Soul released their new album Loss on April 9; their first release for Nuclear Blast Records and bassist Jozef Norocky is on hand to discuss the band and the album.

May 11, 202136 min

Max Cavalera (Go Ahead And Die/ ex-Sepultura/ Killer Be Killed/ Soulfly)

Max Cavalera (Go Ahead And Die/ ex-Sepultura/ Killer Be Killed/ Soulfly). Hot on the heels of a conversation with Max's son, Igor Amadeus, Max shares his thoughts on the debut from Go Ahead and Die, his role as a Godfather of extreme metal and his take on why his family is so well adjusted given their exposure to the life in the music biz. Also... he sings "Procreation of the Wicked" by Celtic Frost!!

May 11, 202126 min

Dino Cazares (Fear Factory, Asesino, Brujería, Divine Heresy)

Dino Cazares (Fear Factory, Asesino, Brujería, Divine Heresy). Aggression Continuum is the name of the new album from Fear Factory, it will be out June 17 2021. The album is a rolled gold opportunity to chat to Dino about all things Fear Factory. Dino is an open book and alongside my conversations with Nick Barker and Stuart Anstis from Cradle of Filth, you won't hear more insight offered into the inner machinations of a globally recognised band than what Dino provides on this episode. One not t...

May 04, 20211 hr 22 min

Igor Amadeus Cavalera (Go Ahead And Die)

Igor Amadeus Cavalera (Go Ahead And Die). The debut self-titled album from Go Ahead And Die will be released on June 11 2021. Igor is on hand to discuss and dive into a heap of other subjects such as his father, Max, and what motivates him to create music!

May 01, 202128 min

Gilby Clarke (ex- Guns N’ Roses)

Gilby Clarke (ex-Guns N' Roses). Gilby has a brand new album for 2021 which is called The Gospel Truth. The album features legendary Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx, as well as drumming from John Mellencamp and Chickenfoot stickman Kenny Aronoff, as well as Stephen Perkins from Jane's Addiction, Porno For Pyro & Infectious Grooves. Other topics covered include Gilby's cameo with Michael Jackson, Gibson guitars and of course, Guns N' Roses!

Apr 23, 202129 min

Raymond McGinley (Teenage Fanclub)

Raymond McGinley (Teenage Fanclub). The new album from Teenage Fanclub is called Endless Arcade, it is, for those people who aren't familiar, a sunny sounding affair that subtly diverts attention away from the dark subject matter that is the band's trademark. Ray is on hand to discuss the album and a heap of other topics!

Apr 19, 202158 min

Tim Pope (The Amenta)

Tim Pope (The Amenta). Revelator is the name of Sydney based The Amenta's new album. It's a killer modern extreme metal album that embodies everything an extreme metal fan could ask for in a release. Dave and I cover the album, touring, and our recollections of metal fandom in the early 90s.

Apr 16, 20211 hr 6 min

Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence)

Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence). Rising rock/ metalcore troupe Holding Absence have just released the superb, The Greatest Mistake Of My Life. The conversation with Lucas covers a heap of ground, including the new album and what it was like to perform in a covers band. This is definitely one to tune into if you've wanted deeper insight into Lostprophets.

Apr 16, 202129 min

Dave Lupton (Flaming Wrekage).

Dave Lupton (Flaming Wrekage). Cathedral Of Bones is the name of the new album from Sydney's Flaming Wrekage. If you like your thrash metal served with a hefty dose of brutality, these guys hit it out of the stadium. Dave is in hand to tell us about the album and we discuss a heap of other topics.

Apr 16, 202151 min

Ryan Miller (Black Rheno/ Cult Etiquette PR)

Ryan Miller (Black Rheno/ Cult Etiquette PR). Black Rheno have a new single with accompanying video, called "Battle Ready". The lads will be on tour through May and June playing east coast Australia. Ryan is on hand to discuss the band and whats been happening with Cult Etiquette PR.

Apr 11, 20211 hr 1 min

NEW MUSIC SHOW APRIL 2021

NEW MUSIC SHOW APRIL 2021. I have mentioned the volume of new music I am sent each week on the podcast, so here is a snapshot. You'll hear a diverse lineup, from punk to extreme metal, commercial FM rock and even a golden oldie. Listen out for new music from The Antokaroshi, ANTRISCH, Ashenmoon, Beartooth, Bloody Hell, Bones Of The Earth, Cannibal Corpse, Cell Block 5, Cicadastone, Cousin Betty, Desperation Blvd, Evanescence, Friday Breath, Ghosts of Sunset, Human Failure, Immortal Guardian, Inf...

Apr 03, 20212 hr 26 min

James Lascelles (Wheel)

James Lascelles (Wheel). Resident Human is the name of the new album for 2021 from Wheel, and James is on hand to discuss the album and a heap of other topics.

Apr 01, 202157 min

Jono Colliver (Dr. Colossus)

Jono Colliver (Dr. Colossus). Melbourne's greatest Springfieldian doom band Dr. Colossus return with the release of their second full-length album entitled I'm A Stupid Moron With An Ugly Face And A Big Butt And My Butt Smells And I Like To Kiss My Own Butt to be released in full on May 26th 2021. Jono is on hand to talk all things Dr. Colossus and much more!

Apr 01, 202148 min

Lars Nedland (Borknagar/ Solefald/ White Void)

Lars Nedland (Borknagar/ Solefald/ White Void). Norwegian Eclectic hard rockers White Void are set to release their debut album for Nuclear Blast Anti on Friday 12th March 2021. Vocalist Lars Nedland (also a long time member of Borknagar and Solefald) was on hand to have a chat, we ran out of time to talk about his stellar career so hopefully, we get a chance to chat again!

Mar 10, 202138 min
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