Scott “Wino” Weinrich of The Obsessed on Ritual Arcana: Creativity, Doom Roots, and Collaboration

In this in-depth interview, Scott “Wino” Weinrich of The Obsessed sits down with Metal Walt to discuss Ritual Arcana, a collaborative heavy project built around the creative vision of bassist and vocalist SharLee Lucky. Rather than another frontman-driven band, Ritual Arcana is shaped by SharLee’s songwriting, themes, and direction, with Wino contributing guitar and creative perspective. Wino talks openly about stepping back from lead vocals, focusing purely on guitar, and how trust and chemistry allowed the project to develop organically. The conversation explores the band’s doom and hard-rock foundations, atmosphere and symbolism, the “power of three” dynamic within the group, and what’s ahead following the debut release. It’s an honest discussion about collaboration, intention, and letting the music lead. This episode offers a thoughtful look at Ritual Arcana’s origins and creative process, straight from one of heavy music’s most respected voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices