In this conversation on Fuegostine's Music Club, Nacho Cano, also known as Harmless, shares his musical journey from childhood influences to his current experiences as an artist. He discusses the evolution of music consumption, the impact of social media on the music industry, and the struggles artists face today. Nacho reflects on his new album, expressing feelings of disconnection from the music scene and a desire for a return to authenticity and community in music. He emphasizes the importance of personal connection to music and the challenges of navigating a landscape dominated by trends and algorithms. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Nacho, aka HARMLESS. 

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In this conversation on Fuegostine's Music Club, Gabi, also known as Daffo, shares her musical journey, influences, and the themes of her new album. She discusses her songwriting process, the challenges of navigating expectations in the music industry, and the realities of touring. Gabi reflects on the rewarding aspects of connecting with fans and the importance of personal expression in her music. The conversation also touches on her experiences in Europe and her thoughts on essential albums that have shaped her artistry. 

About Daffo:
Daffo’s Where the Earth Bends is the debut album from an essential new voice on the indie-rock scene. Produced and mixed by Rob Schnapf (known for his work with Elliott Smith, Beck, Cat Power, and more), Where the Earth Bends encompasses an intimate yet frenetic sound that perfectly mirrors the album’s emotional intensity. On this record, singer/songwriter Daffo brings an unexpected beauty to the most uncomfortable of feelings.

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On the newest episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, I (fuegostine) sit down with the band JOSEPH. We talk about their adjustment to being a sister duo instead of a trio, the evolution of their music, navigating the music industry and their upcoming album among other things. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Meegan and Natalie. 

About JOSEPH:
For nearly a decade, Oregon-bred indie-pop trio Joseph have performed a certain emotional alchemy with their music, channeling their deepest inner tensions into songs that spark a life-changing shift in perspective. In the making of their fourth studio album The Sun, Natalie Closner and her sisters, twins Meegan Closner and Allison Closner focused their soul-searching songwriting on the quietly damaging forces that keep us from living fully in our truth (e.g., gaslighting, cultural conditioning, unconscious yet painfully limiting self-beliefs). Rooted in a newly emboldened sound that lets their breathtaking three-part harmonies shine more brightly than ever, the result is a body of work that radically expands our sense of possibility, ultimately illuminating a path toward greater peace and self-reliance even in the most chaotic of times.

For Joseph, the act of fiercely protecting their artistic vision closely aligns with the abundance of insights threaded throughout The Sun. “As Closners and as women—or maybe even just as humans—it can be very hard to tell someone that something isn’t working for you,” says Allison. “But this album was a unique experience, because we learned to step up and stand our ground and speak our truth when we needed to.” And with the release of The Sun, Joseph hope that listeners might undergo a similar transformation in their sense of strength and self-assurance. “I want people to feel empowered,” says Meegan. ”I want them to recognize the power with themselves, and to know that they’re good—that they’re more than they think they are.”

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On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, I (Matt) sit down with country singer Bryan Andrews and we talk about growing up in a small town, his turn to music from a blue collar job, and the country music and the state of the world. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Bryan.

About Bryan: 

Bryan Andrews is a talented country/rock singer and songwriter hailing from the small town of Carrollton, Missouri. His journey into music began at the age of 17 when he picked up a guitar for the first time, driven by a desire to pen his own songs and make sense of the world around him. This early foray into music was a way for Bryan to navigate the complexities of adolescence and adulthood, setting him on a path of creative exploration.
After graduating from high school, Bryan took a step towards formalizing his musical pursuits by enrolling in college with a focus on music. However, after two years of studying, he made the bold decision to leave academia behind and pursue a career in welding. His new job took him on the road, where he continued to nurture his passion for songwriting, often finding inspiration and solace in the solitude of hotel rooms.
Despite the demanding nature of his work, Bryan’s love for music never waned. His dedication paid off when TikTok, the popular social media platform, played a pivotal role in bringing his musical aspirations to fruition. On Christmas Day in 2020, Bryan released his debut single, “Liquor & Pills,” across all major streaming platforms. The song quickly gained traction, and a viral video propelled it to No. 6 on the iTunes Country Chart.
This success marked a turning point in Bryan’s life. With newfound momentum and a growing fanbase, he made the decision to fully commit to a career in music. His dedication was further evidenced by the rapid growth of his TikTok following, which now exceeds 2 million fans. Building on this success, Bryan released another hit single, “Homewrecker,” which soared to No. 1 on the iTunes Rock Chart.
Through it all, Bryan remains grounded and humble, describing himself as “a small-town kid, just chasing his dream.” His journey from a small town in Missouri to achieving national recognition in the music industry is a testament to his passion, resilience, and the power of perseverance.

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In this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club I (fuegostine) sit down with singer-songwriter Luca Fogale. We talk about getting better everyday, his upcoming album, and finding authenticity in social media. I hope you enjoy the episode with Luca Fogale. 


About Luca Fogale: 

Canadian singer/songwriter Luca Fogale has a clear mission with his music: to provide comfort and sanctuary, not just from the cruel world that can so often bring us down, but from the dark thoughts and messy feelings that can plague us in our most insecure moments.

Raised on a steady diet of Nina Simone and Joni Mitchell, Luca possesses a voice that seems soft and gentle on the surface, but cuts deep to reveal hidden truths and suppressed emotions. Hailing from Burnaby, British Columbia, Luca recalls: “I grew up in not the most expressive family. We were conservative both in the way that we interacted with each other and the way we all bottled things up.” He’s spent his musical career making up for lost time, creating songs that aren’t afraid to be tender, vulnerable, and brutally honest.

With his debut album Safety, Luca first introduced fans to a songwriter with a fine-tuned ear for warm, wool-sweater melodies, richly rendered narratives, and intimate autumnal ambiance, like Jeff Buckley timewarped into Bon Iver’s wood cabin. That album—and its gospel-gilded 2017 follow-up single “I Don’t Want to Lose You”—pegged Luca as an indie-folk phenom on the rise, but his 2020 follow-up LP, Nothing Is Lost, revealed there was a whole lot more to Luca than prettily played serenades on acoustic guitar and piano. Through a broader palette of synth-washed atmospheres, orchestral flourishes, and lush ‘70s soft-rock arrangements, Nothing is Lost saw Luca graduate from the proverbial coffeehouse to the concert hall, recasting his private conversations as cinematic set pieces.

Recognition from Canada’s prestigious JUNO Awards raised Luca’s profile even further, with both Nothing Is Lost and his acclaimed 2023 follow-up album, Run Where The Light Calls, receiving nominations for “Adult Contemporary Album of the Year.” Since, he’s toured extensively across Canada, the US and Europe, and increased his total streams across the major platforms to over 100 million.

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On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club, I talk with Ruston Kelly, on his new album, a rediscovery of self as well as social media being a giant machine. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Ruston Kelly. 

About Ruston Kelly:
Ruston Kelly is an American singer-songwriter known for his blend of Americana, alt-country, and rock music, often exploring themes of addiction, recovery, and personal transformation in his lyrics. He emerged from a musical family in South Carolina, struggled with drug addiction which he documented in his debut album Dying Star, and later went through a public divorce from Kacey Musgraves. His subsequent albums, including Shape & Destroy, The Weakness, and Pale, Through the Window, have explored self-reflection, healing, and finding strength through life's challenges

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On this episode of the podcast, Fuegostine's Music Club, I sit down with the band The Brummies and talk about their newly released album, touring, and the story behind one of my favorite songs off of their newest album, Drift Theory. I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with The Brummies.

About The Brummies:

The Brummies exist in the space between now and nostalgia, crafting immersive soundscapes that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Rooted in storytelling and sonic experimentation, their music fuses shimmering melodies, dynamic rhythms, and a relentless curiosity for the unknown. With their new album Drift Theory, The Brummies continue to evolve, exploring themes of connection, time, and identity through a kaleidoscopic lens. It’s music meant to be felt as much as it’s heard - cinematic, surreal, and uniquely their own.

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On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club I sit down with Nate of Motherfolk to talk about their new album, the progression of Motherfolk's music as well as social media being the kind of gold standard for musicians making it nowadays. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast. 

About Motherfolk:

Motherfolk is a Midwest indie rock band that originated from a writing project between two college friends. The band, known for their light-hearted, groovy-rock sound and dedication to tackling heavy topics with a positive outlook, has released three studio albums and toured extensively across the United States. They have garnered over 5 million Spotify streams and sold out numerous shows.

The band started as a collaboration between Bobby Paver and Nathan Dickerson. Other members include Clayton Allender (bass), Ethan Wescott (drums), and Karlie Dickerson (keys) The band's close-knit friendships and authentic personalities contribute to a strong connection with their fanbase.

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On this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club I talk with Briscoe about growing up in Texas, touring and their upcoming album. This was a fun one and I hope you enjoy the conversation I had with Briscoe.

About Briscoe:

West of It All, the debut album from Americana folk-rock band Briscoe, is a coming-of-age soundtrack set against the backdrop of the Texas Hill Country. Written in the Lone Star State and recorded in North Carolina, it’s an album that charts its own musical geography, with production from Grammy nominee Brad Cook (Bon Iver, Waxahatchee, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats) and adventurous songwriting that bridges the gap between classic American roots music and its modern-day incarnation.

From free backyard performances on the outskirts of UT Austin’s campus to sold-out gigs at Antone’s Nightclub and The Continental Club Gallery, Briscoe’s growth — like the group’s music itself — has been organic. Bandmates Truett Heintzelman and Philip Lupton built their grassroots following the old-school way: by carving out a sound that nodded to the golden era of folk, rock, and pop music, then getting onstage and building a genuine relationship with their audience. That authenticity led to opening slots for Caamp and Zach Bryan.  Signed by ATO Records while still pursuing undergraduate degrees as college students, the Texas natives wrote West of It All as graduation loomed in the distance, funneling the stories of their college experience — from heartbreak to hard-won lessons to weekend trips into the rural countryside — into a raw, rugged blend of classic and contemporary influences.

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In this episode of Fuegostine's Music Club I sit down with Nic of Sons Of The East. Together we talk about making music for over a decade and how that's changed over the years. We talk about growing up in Australia a little bit as well as the odd phenomenon that was their music not being super popular in Australia right away. 

About Sons Of The East:
Sons Of The East are an indie-folk band from the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. Band mates Dan Wallage, Nic Johnston and Jack Rollins have already seen their music achieve 100 million streams and over 20 million YouTube views as their popularity continues to soar worldwide.

The band’s motley acoustic-electric sound has become a unique and charismatic trademark: soulful, joyous and irresistible. Songs like Into The Sun, My Repair, Come Away and California have become favourites with over 60 million streams between them.

2019 has been huge for Sons Of The East. With the release of their third studio E.P Burn Right Through, the band have just wrapped up their biggest and most successful tour ever. Sons Of The East played to sell out crowds across Australia, UK and Europe with 54 shows and festivals in front of over 20,000 fans.

The Burn Right Through E.P and it’s runaway singles Nothing Comes Easy, Silver Lining and It Must Be Luck have already achieved over 4 million streams.

August 2019 sees the band return home to start writing and recording their debut album before their first ever tour of North America in April 2020!

Vinyl Garden said: “... ultimately what really makes this band shine is their stage presence (they are a must see live)!”

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