Fuegostine's Music Club

In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club , Harrison Storm sits down for a heartfelt and honest conversation about the experiences that shaped his new album Empty Garden . Fresh off a six-week European tour, he reflects on the breakup that sparked much of the record, the emotional core behind “Someone Else,” and what it means to make music that feels both vulnerable and grounding. We explore the...

In this episode, I sit down with HARMLESS (Nacho Cano) to discuss the evolution of music culture, the impact of social media on creativity, and the meaning behind his latest album. We explore what it takes to stay true to your art in an industry swayed by algorithms and trends. Key Topics Covered: The journey that shaped HARMLESS as an artist Music consumption, social media, and staying authentic...

Join me as I sit down with singer-songwriter Daffo to explore their journey through music, the making of their debut album Where the Earth Bends , and how emotional honesty shapes their songwriting. In This Episode: Their background, influences, and how she developed her sound Deep dive into tracks and themes from the album Balancing vulnerability with creative expression The realities of touring,...

How do you evolve as a band when the lineup changes — without losing your identity? In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club, I chat with indie-pop duo JOSEPH about re-imagining themselves as a sister duo, how their music has changed, and what’s coming next. What we cover: The shift from trio to duo — challenges, growth, and creative redefinition The evolution of their sound: what stayed, what c...

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Andrews — a small-town musician who swapped a blue-collar job for a guitar and a dream. We talk about his journey, his influence, and what inspires his music. What to Expect: His upbringing and how he found music later in life The transition from welding/working to pursuing music full-time Stories behind his songs — life, hardship, hope Insights into being an...

What does it mean to stay true to yourself — even when the internet is watching? In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club, I sit down with indie-folk singer-songwriter Luca Fogale to explore his musical evolution, personal growth, and what “authenticity” really looks like in 2025. What we cover: How Luca found his voice — from early influences to his modern sound The journey behind his upcoming...

In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club, I sit down with singer-songwriter Ruston Kelly to discuss one of the most intense and honest journeys in modern Americana / alt-country music. We cover his early years, battles with addiction, heartbreak, and the long road to healing — but also how through all of that he discovered his voice, harnessed pain into purpose, and found a new sense of self. Wh...

OIn this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club , The Brummies sit down for an incredibly candid conversation about the highs and lows of being in a band. They open up about the moment they nearly called it quits, how they found their way back to each other, and why their newest music feels more intentional and grounded than anything they’ve made before. We dive into the emotional side of collaboratio...

In this episode, Matt sits down with Nate from Motherfolk for a wide-ranging, deeply honest conversation about artistic evolution, growing up on classic rock, moving through musical eras, and how the band has continued to reshape its sound for over a decade. Nate opens up about the transition from folk-driven beginnings to their shoegaze-influenced new album Eternal Joy , how life changes shaped t...

This episode features a full sit-down with Briscoe , the Texas folk-rock duo made up of Philip Lupton and Truett Heintzelman . We talk about their upcoming album “Heat of July,” their early days meeting at summer camp, discovering 70s folk-rock influences, and the story behind fan favorites like Hooped Earrings , Rough , and The Well. They share how life on the road, getting married, and navigatin...

Australian indie-folk trio Sons of the East have spent over ten years building a passionate global audience, even before gaining the same recognition at home. In this episode, Nic shares how the band evolved from three friends with a kick drum and a banjo into a world-touring five-piece known for their warm production and rousing live shows. He reflects on the classic artists he grew up hearing—Fl...

Indie-alternative artist Windser joins Matt for a deeply honest conversation about creativity, vulnerability, and the making of his self-titled debut album. Known for cinematic soundscapes and introspective storytelling, Windser opens up about growing up in Santa Cruz’s DIY scene, discovering his artistic voice, and how therapy, nature, and reflection shaped the emotional arc of his new record. He...

Austrian singer-songwriter OSKA (Maria) joins Matt for a heartfelt and deeply honest conversation about her new album Refined Believer , her creative evolution, and the journey from a small countryside upbringing to performing on stages with Coldplay . Maria opens up about the cultural differences between Austria and the U.S., the challenge of being an artist in a country where music careers aren’...

On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, Matt (fuegostine) sits down with country artist Matt Schuster to talk about some of his recently released music, what connecting with fans means to him as well as finding ways to stay authentic to himself in the realm of social media. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Matt.  About Matt Schuster: Matt Schuster, an emerging country talent,...

Join Matt Firestine as he sits down with singer-songwriter Lily Kershaw to discuss her decade-long music career, her latest album Pain and More , and the creative process behind writing deeply personal songs about depression and growth. Lily shares candid insights on touring, producing her own music, and how music can heal and connect us. From her influences like Simon & Garfunkel and Imogen H...

In this episode, Matt sits down with Brian Fennell — the artist you know as SYML — for an honest, layered conversation about music, identity, and the strange expectations placed on artists today. Brian opens up about the soundtrack of his childhood, the grunge-soaked streets of Seattle, and how those early melodic influences still echo through his work. We explore his evolution from his early band...

In this episode, Matt sits down with Luke Sital-Singh, the indie folk singer-songwriter known for his emotionally resonant music. Luke discusses his musical journey—from discovering Damien Rice and Nick Drake to defining his own style—and shares the stories behind his latest album Full Spring . They talk about: How life changes, fatherhood, and personal experiences influence songwriting The making...

What if your favorite video game soundtrack inspired your next favorite song? This week on Fuegostine’s Music Club, I talk with singer-songwriter Old Sea Brigade about growing up, evolving from teen rock to heartfelt folk, and the stories behind his new EP. What we cover: How gaming and nostalgia shaped his early musical tastes Transitioning from rock to acoustic / folk — what changed and what sta...

On this episode, Matt sits down with Rose Betts , the talented singer-songwriter behind her new album “There Is No Ship.” Rose shares her journey from London to Los Angeles , exploring how her roots and Celtic folk influences shape her music. Discover the story behind her songwriting process, the challenges and joys of producing music, and how she finds balance in the age of social media. Rose als...

In this episode, singer-songwriter Emily James joins me for a deep dive into her creative journey — from growing up singing Wicked in her family’s kitchen to writing her first songs at ten years old. She shares how living in Nashville, LA, London, and New York shaped her sound, why authenticity anchors every track she writes, and the inspiration behind her new single “Under the Influence,” the sec...

In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode, I sit down with The Band Loula , the Nashville-based duo blending southern gospel roots, soul, rock, and harmony-driven songwriting into what they call “swamp-grass.” We trace their story from childhood music influences to the moment their new single “Running Off the Angels” exploded online. They share how their childhood friendship became a creative par...

Singer-songwriter Billy Raffoul joins Matt for an honest, deep-dive conversation about the evolution of his sound, the influences that shaped him, and the intimate creative process behind his upcoming self-titled album , arriving July 18th. Known for his gravelly voice and emotionally raw songwriting, Raffoul pulls back the curtain on how his family, travel, and global audience shaped the music he...

Hit songwriter and Swedish alternative-pop/Americana artist Sarah Klang joins Matt for a deep dive into the inspiration, evolution, and emotional truths behind her newest album Beautiful Woman . Known for her cinematic vocals and diary-style storytelling, Sarah opens up about the formative years that shaped her writing, how motherhood changed her creative world, and why her new music reflects both...

In this episode, I sit down with Jean Grobler of St. Lucia for a wide-ranging and honest conversation about the band’s creative evolution, the story behind their latest album Fata Morgana, Dawn , and how his early musical influences shaped the sound fans know today. Jean opens up about growing up in South Africa, studying in Liverpool, meeting his wife Patti, and how their long partnership has tra...

In this episode, Matt sits down with Maine singer-songwriter Griffin William Sherry for a revealing conversation about the music that shaped him, the transition from The Ghost of Paul Revere to his solo career, and the emotional landscape behind his newest album. Griffin shares stories from his childhood, the heavy metal phase that surprised even him, and the winding path that led him back to folk...