Tuna on Toast with Stryker Tuna on Toast with Blame My Youth - Sean Van Fleet
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Mar 17, 2025 
Sean Van Vleet, the lead singer of Blame My Youth and former member of Empires, shares his musical journey and creative insights. He reflects on how Nirvana and Dave Matthews shaped his early influences and songwriting. Sean discusses his transition from acting to music, revealing the spontaneous creation of their hit 'The Break.' He opens up about touring experiences and the unique energy of connecting with diverse audiences. Plus, hear about his writing process and long-term goals that keep his passion for music alive.
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LA Sparked Creative Reinvention
- Sean Van Fleet moved from Chicago to Los Angeles and immediately felt surrounded by creativity that reinvigorated his music career.
- He describes LA as a place where people have creative ambitions and you can feed off that collective energy.
From Nirvana To Dave Matthews
- Sean learned his first Nirvana song by watching his cousin and later moved to Florida where Dave Matthews' style helped him meet collaborators.
- He credits those early influences for helping him find how to put lyrics to riffs a few years later.
Authenticity Thrives With Focused Isolation
- Sean believes authenticity and focused isolation produce powerful songs, and modern platforms allow artists to share that work directly.
- He sees a resurgence of deeper songwriting because listeners crave authenticity despite social media pressures.
