Fuegostine's Music Club
Fuegostine’s Music Club is a music discovery podcast built around honest conversations with artists about the moments that shaped them. Host Matt Firestine (Fuegostine) sits down with emerging and established musicians to talk about creativity, failure, mental health, and the winding road behind the songs we love. More than interviews, these are stories about finding your voice, staying true to it, and the music that connects us along the way.
Welcome to the Club.
Featuring guests from indie, folk, country, alt, and beyond.
New episodes weekly.
Episodes
51 episodes
The Songs That Built Michigander: Jason Singer on The White Stripes, Coldplay & The National
In this episode of Songs That Built Me, Matt Firestine sits down with Jason Singer—better known as Michigander—to break down three songs that shaped his life and sound.From learning his first guitar riff with The White Stripes, ...
Riley Pearce Interview: Touring Australia vs Europe, Songwriting Process & Indie Artist Life
In this episode, Matt sits down with singer-songwriter Riley Pearce to talk about his journey as an independent artist, his latest album, and the realities of building a music career today.Riley shares insights into touring across Austra...
Seafret on New Album Fear of Emotion, Viral “Atlantis” & Life in the Streaming Era
Jack and Harry of Seafret join the podcast to talk about their new album Fear of Emotion, the evolution of their sound, and navigating today’s music industry.From their viral hit “Atlantis” taking off years later to the realitie...
Coyote Theory’s Viral Comeback: Jayson on “This Side of Paradise,” New Music & DIY Reality
Jayson of Coyote Theory joins the podcast to break down the band’s unexpected viral resurgence with “This Side of Paradise” and their return after a 10+ year hiatus.We dive into how a dormant song exploded on TikTok, the reality of navig...
New Constellations Interview: Hot Blooded Viral Success, Debut Album “It Comes in Waves,” & Songwriting Process
In this episode, Matt sits down with New Constellations (Harlee Case and Josh) to discuss their breakout track “Hot Blooded,” their debut album It Comes in Waves, and their evolution as an indie pop duo.The band shares how their...
The Songs That Built Me with Nick Larson of Próxima Parada
What songs actually shape an artist? The Songs That Built Me is inspired by some lyrics of a Miranda Lambert song called "The House That Built Me". Songs throughout our lives stick with us for various reasons and these are the stories associate...
Wrabel on His New Album, “The Village,” and Navigating Music in the TikTok Era
Wrabel joins Fuegostine’s Music Club to talk about his latest album, the deeply personal journey behind it, and how his approach to songwriting has evolved over the years.From writing more independently and co-producing his own work to e...
Hotel Fiction on Staring at the Sun Deluxe, Indie Pop Growth & AI’s Impact on Music
Athens, Georgia indie pop band Hotel Fiction stop by to discuss the deluxe edition of Staring at the Sun, the evolution from Soft Focus to now, and what it means to grow up through music.We talk about writing songs that...
SNACKTIME's Sam Gellerstein on Philly Roots, Touring with Portugal. The Man & Finding Your Sound
Sam Gellerstein of Philadelphia band Snacktime joins the podcast to talk about the band’s journey from busking in Philly parks during COVID to touring nationally with Portugal. The Man and Electric Guest.In this episode, Sam shares:<...
Krooked Kings on In Another Life, Indie Rock Growth, and Finding Their Sound
In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club, Matt Firestine sits down with all members of Krooked Kings to discuss the band’s upcoming album In Another Life and the creative evolution that shaped it.The band shares how working wi...
Sam Bentley of The Paper Kites on Songwriting, Belonging, and the Evolution of Indie Folk
In this episode of Fuegostine’s Music Club, Matt Firestine sits down with Sam Bentley of The Paper Kites to discuss the band’s latest album and the themes of home, belonging, and creative balance that shaped its creation.Sam shares stori...
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers’ Scarlett McKahey on Glory, Confidence & Touring with Pearl Jam
Scarlett McKahey of Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers joins the podcast to talk about the band’s journey from forming at 14 years old to releasing their confident, anthemic second album Glory.Scarlett shares how the band fi...
Inside the World of Deloyd Elze: Country Roots, Experimental Production & Storytelling
In this episode, Matt sits down with genre-bending artist Deloyd Elze for a deep dive into his musical identity, influences, and creative process. Deloyd talks about growing up between his parents’ eclectic music tastes, discovering rock...
Hayden Calnin on ‘Middle Night,’ Creativity at Midnight, and the Mystery Behind His Music
Australian singer-songwriter and producer Hayden Calnin joins the show to talk about the inspiration behind his latest EP Middle Night, the creative pull of late-night songwriting, and his fascination with the paranormal ...
Touring, Trauma & Therapy: The Reality of Artist Wellness with Backline’s Terra Lopez | Fuegostine's Music Club
In this episode, Matt speaks with Terra Lopez, artist and Community Manager at Backline, the nonprofit delivering free mental health and wellness services to musicians and music industry workers.Terra shares powerful insigh...
Colby Acuff: Songwriting, Touring, & Navigating Music’s AI Revolution | Fuegostine's Music Club
On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, Matt talks with Colby Acuff who opens up about his path from Idaho to Nashville, the creative process behind his albums, and the challenges facing musicians in a rapidly changing indu...
BIG SPECIAL - Their Story, Sound and Creative Process | Fuegostine's Music Club
In this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, I sit down with BIG SPECIAL, a rising punk duo known for vulnerable, soulful style. We talk about their creative process, the story behind their music, how they developed their sound, and what’s comin...
Harrison Storm: Heartbreak, Healing & the Story Behind Empty Garden | 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 ...
HARMLESS (Nacho Cano) — Artistry, Authenticity & the State of Modern Music | Fuegostine's Music Club
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 industr...
Daffo — Emotion, Honesty & the Story Behind Their Newest Album | Fuegostine's Music Club
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:...
JOSEPH: Sister-Duo Evolution, Industry Pressure & Their Next Chapter | Fuegostine’s Music Club
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 mus...
Bryan Andrews — From Welding to Writing Songs: Grit, Dreams & Country Soul | Fuegostine's Music Club
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 up...
Luca Fogale: Finding Authenticity & Evolving His Sound | Fuegostine’s Music Club
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, perso...
Ruston Kelly — Self-Rediscovery & the Stories Behind the Songs | Fuegostine's Music Club
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, heartbr...
The Brummies on Almost Breaking Up, Finding Peace, and Making Their Best Music Yet | Fuegostine's Music Club
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 b...
