First Spin
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<p>Hey, I’m Hayden Thomas—musician, lifelong music fan, and the guy who still makes mixtapes for road trips.</p><p><br></p><p>First Spin is my weekly interview show where I sit down with emerging artists who I genuinely believe are doing something special. You might not know their names yet, but if you’re anything like me, you’ll want to change that.</p><p><br></p><p>This show isn’t about hype. It’s about real conversations—about the first gigs, the late-night doubts, the sound that finally clicks. It’s a space for new voices to tell their stories, and for all of us to listen a little closer.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re always on the hunt for the next song that’ll mean something to you—welcome. You’re in the right place.</p><p><br></p><p>New artists. Real stories. Weekly drops. Let’s give ‘em their first spin.</p>
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6/9/2025
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Recent Episodes
April 20, 2026
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This week I sit down with the incredibly talented Khatumu. We talk about her experience of racism with a kid at work, how she passed time during covid lockdowns, the influences that developed her unique sound, and the neighbor that heard her singing through the wall and changed her life. Songs featured in this episode: hunting days exposure therapy blackout matador psuedo doctors If you enjoyed this episode, it’d mean a lot if you left a quick review—it's one of the best ways to help new li...
April 13, 2026
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This week I sit down with Noah Thomas who releases music under the name American Fraternity. Noah and I talked about his brief experience in Greek life, graduating college during Covid, life in Los Angeles, and the importance of displaying confidence. You can catch American Fraternity live in Los Angeles on May 13th! Songs featured in this episode: Nights Like This In Your Room Sometimes California (Is Heavy On My Mind) If you enjoyed this episode, it’d mean a lot if you left a quick re...
March 30, 2026
Wesley Phipps on leaving Houston, driving to Ohio, and falling in love with Nashville
On this episode of First Spin, I sit down with Wesley Phipps, current Belmont University student who just released his first EP, "Worst Of It." Wesley and I chat about how the guitar helped him overcome depression as a kid, life since leaving Dallas for Nashville, and wanting to do it all. Songs featured in this episode: Few Reasons Drive to Ohio Curtains Leaving Houston Still Gone If you enjoyed this episode, it’d mean a lot if you left a quick review—it's one of the best ...
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- What is First Spin?
<p>Hey, I’m Hayden Thomas—musician, lifelong music fan, and the guy who still makes mixtapes for road trips.</p><p><br></p><p>First Spin is my weekly interview show where I sit down with emerging artists who I genuinely believe are doing something special. You might not know their names yet, but if you’re anything like me, you’ll want to change that.</p><p><br></p><p>This show isn’t about hype. It’s about real conversations—about the first gigs, the late-night doubts, the sound that finally clicks. It’s a space for new voices to tell their stories, and for all of us to listen a little closer.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re always on the hunt for the next song that’ll mean something to you—welcome. You’re in the right place.</p><p><br></p><p>New artists. Real stories. Weekly drops. Let’s give ‘em their first spin.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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