The Songs That Built Michigander: Jason Singer on The White Stripes, Coldplay & The National

Hana Eid: Stream of Consciousness Songwriting, the Nashville Indie Scene, and Life Behind "Trains Running Backwards"

This week I sit down with Hana Eid, Nashville-based indie rock artist and songwriter behind the acclaimed debut album Trains Running Backwards. At just 23, Hana has already carved out a distinctive voice in the indie alternative space — blending confessional songwriting with a full-band, shoegaze-influenced sound. In this episode, Hana talks about growing up listening to everything from Fish and Rush to Ed Sheeran, how moving to Nashville for college unlocked a whole new sonic world, and how she wrote most of her debut album between ages 19 and 21. She breaks down the story behind "Waldo" (spoiler: it's about being ghosted), her obsessive and hands-on approach to production, and the challenges of balancing touring life with day jobs and a high-maintenance pet rabbit. We also get into her philosophy on social media, the art of writing under your own name, why co-writing is a muscle she wants to flex more, and the five albums she'd make required listening in a music class — including picks from Wilco, Autolux, and Addison Rae. Hana is currently gearing up for a tour supporting Fox Tide and deep in writing mode for whatever comes next. Links: 🎵 Listen to Trains Running Backwards — hanaeid.com 📸 Instagram: @hanaeid Follow Me On Socials * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine [https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine] * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine [https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator]

The Animeros on Latin Psychedelic Cumbia, Getting Discovered by Dan Auerbach & Their Debut Album on Easy Eye Sound

Austin-based Latin psychedelic cumbia band The Animeros join the show to share one of the wildest origin stories in recent music. Nick Tozzo and Mauro Maldonado break down how their band formed out of Austin's vibrant Latin music scene, blending psychedelic rock with traditional cumbia rooted in Colombian folklore. We dig into how they grew up along the Texas-Mexico border, discovered Latin music later in life, and developed a sound that draws from everything — punk, jazz, salsa, indie rock, and deep bolero traditions. Then comes the story: playing only their second-ever show at a South by Southwest rooftop gig, Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys) heard them from the sidewalk below, tracked them down through the hotel and the promoter, and flew them to Nashville to record at Easy Eye Sound. Within a week, they'd recorded 20 songs and walked out with a record deal. We talk about what it was like working in Dan's legendary studio, balancing music careers with full-time jobs and family, and what songs from the upcoming album they're most excited about — including the bolero album closer Al Final Del Camino and the genre-bending Traffic Sound cover La Camita. Plus, required listening recommendations spanning The Beatles, Ray Barretto, Willie Rosario, Pink Floyd, Little Joy, and more. The debut album drops in August on Easy Eye Sound. Don't sleep on this band. Topics: Latin music, cumbia, psychedelic rock, South by Southwest, Dan Auerbach, Easy Eye Sound, Austin music scene, bolero, independent artists, music career balance Follow Me On Socials * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine [https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine] * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine [https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator]

Pretty Jane on Fuegostine's Music Club at SXSW

I'm joined by the band Pretty Jane at Waterloo Records in Austin, TX as a part of SXSW. We dive into to the backstory behind their EP "Public Intimacy", their new sound, and the effects of AI on the music scene. Special thanks to Waterloo Records for letting us use their space and to SXSW for giving us the ability to have these conversations in Austin! SXSW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sxsw/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sxsw   Check Out Waterloo Records: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waterloorecords/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@waterloorecords    Follow Pretty Jane on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettyjaneband/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prettyjaneband  Follow Fuegostine On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine Follow Me On Socials * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine [https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine] * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine [https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator]

Katelyn Tarver on “Tell Me How You Really Feel,” Divorce, and Writing Her Most Vulnerable Album Yet

Katelyn Tarver joins the podcast to discuss her latest album Tell Me How You Really Feel, a deeply personal project centered around love, loss, and self-discovery. She opens up about writing through divorce, embracing vulnerability in songwriting, and the emotional weight of releasing such an honest record. Katelyn also shares stories from touring with Big Time Rush, her evolving sound, and what’s next in both music and acting. Follow Me On Socials * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine [https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine] * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine [https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator]

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, to discovering Coldplay in a video rental store, to finding artistic identity through The National, Jason walks through the moments that defined his musical journey. This conversation dives into nostalgia, music discovery before streaming, and how formative songs continue to influence artists today. Follow Me On Socials * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuegostine/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fuegostine * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine [https://www.youtube.com/@fuegostine] * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine [https://www.patreon.com/fuegostine?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator]