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 insights about the realities of touring, the emotional and financial barriers artists face when seeking help, and how social media has intensified the mental health challenges within the music world.We discuss Backline’s case-management system, their partnerships with venues and festivals, the Music’s Mental Health Fund, and why the industry needs systemic changes to truly support artist well-being. Terra also reflects on her personal story and why this work has become her mission.Whether you’re an artist, crew member, fan, or anyone interested in mental health, this episode highlights essential resources and a growing movement to make the music industry a healthier place.Learn more or get help: backline.careFollow Backline: @backline.careFollow Me On Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine

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 industry.Colby dives into:The influences that shaped his sound, from classic rock to modern countryThe inspiration and stories behind his songs, including Rolling With the WindThe impact of AI-generated music on human artists and the industryBalancing social media, touring, and personal authenticityEssential albums for aspiring songwriters and country music loversWhether you’re a fan of country, Americana, or the evolving music scene, this conversation is full of insight, reflection, and inspiration.Follow Me On Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine

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 coming next.If you love discovering new music, underground gems, and artists before they blow up, this conversation is for you.In this conversation on Fuegostine's Music Club, Joe of BIG SPECIAL and Matt explore the concept of 'Dig' as a purpose-built closer, reflecting on its thematic significance and the emotional journey it represents. They discuss the idea of triumph and realization, likening it to a hero's journey in storytelling.Follow Me On Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine

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 realities of touring, the pressure (and freedom) of releasing music, the push-and-pull relationship artists have with social media, and the peace that comes from real human connection. Harrison also shares the albums that moved him growing up, the song he’s proudest of, and where he hopes to take his sound next.Topics in this episode:• The breakup & grief that inspired Empty Garden• Writing “Someone Else” and collaborating with Winona Oak• Touring Europe vs. the U.S.• Vulnerability on stage• Why songwriting is both therapy and resistance• The struggle of social media as an artist• Albums that influenced Harrison• What’s next creativelyIf you love honest songwriting and intentional artistry, this episode will stay with you.About Harrison Storm:Harrison Storm’s sublime second album, Empty Garden, casts a spell from the moment it opens, starting with sonic shifts from hypnotic pop and ghostly folk, which then swerves into rock boasting bold arrangements, layered backing vocals and lush instrumentation.The plan was a step up in production from last year’s debut album, Wonder, Won’t You?, which followed the Melbourne musician’s five EPs of assured alt-folk. To date, his songs have racked up 550 million global streams and aired on Triple J and Radio 2. His hit Sense of Home was certified Gold in Canada.Lyrically, Empty Garden deals with a break-up, digging into emotions and detecting patterns to prevent them being repeated. Never has Harrison bared so much. Nor has he ever been as open to advice.Some of Empty Garden was written with musicians on road trips and at writing camps, such as Winona Oak on “Someone Else.” Harrison’s main collaborator, however, was producer Freddy Alexander, whom he met in Stockholm last spring. Over numerous visits to the city and months on WhatsApp, the pair recorded ten tracks, a handful of which they co-wrote.The relationship at the heart of Empty Garden came to an end in late 2023, shortly before Wonder, Won’t You? was released. Harrison spent much of 2024 touring around the world, and on adventures in between, songs simply flowed.“With distance, you can appreciate the good times and be grateful for the joy that they brought you,” he says. “Without endings, there can’t be beginnings.”Follow Me On Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine

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 artistMusic consumption, social media, and staying authenticThe making and meaning of his new albumThoughts on connection, community, and sustaining creativityWhat’s next for him — and for listeners open to music that speaks honestlyFollow Me On Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine