Today I had a chat with Nashville-based singer / songwriter / musician Heidi Newfield about her journey in music, her new(ish) record 'Barfly Sessions Vol 1', and her upcoming visit to SoCal, next Wednesday, May 4th, at the Coach House Concert Hall in San Juan Capistrano ..read more

Last month, Alice Wallace and Caitlin Cannon, a.k.a. Side Pony stopped by KXFM for a visit with AM Radio - fresh off the road from Nashville, in town to celebrate their album ('Lucky Break') release at Campus Jax in Newport Beach. Alice is a long time friend of the show, and Caitlin is a new friend - and the visit was a pleasure - Alice and Caitlin showcased their perfect harmonies and songwriting prowess with the listening audience - you can find them at https://www.sideponyband.com/, and on all the socials @sideponyband. Enjoy ..read more

The Sidemen recently joined AM Radio in the Pearl Street studios of KXFM - consisting of Nick Justice and Feter Martin Homer, both wonderful songwriters, have teamed up as a duo, and have been playing at many showcases in and around SoCal. You can find them at https://thesidemen.net/ - and on Facebook and the other socials. Enjoy this podcast - the Sidemen share their story and original music ..read more

Michael Ubaldini joins the AM Radio show at the Pearl Street studios of KXFM - always a fun conversation about music, what's happenin' and of course some live music from Michael. Be sure to check Michael out at https://www.rocknrollpoet.com/ - as well as his live showcases - first Thursday of each month at Bogart's Coffee House. Enjoy the interview ..read more

The Dupp Brothers visit Ida Mae in the broadcast booth at KXFM - some great music here - enjoy ..read more

Chris Cruz and Rae Shirer visit the AM Radio studio and catch us up on what's been going on during the pandemic, and introduce us to some new music - Enjoy ..read more

Been looking forward to this episodes - The Odd Birds, a local OC band that just released a new album, called "Tremolo Heart" - and a lot of great songs are on this effort, and you can acquire this album from their website theodbirds.com - These two are really fun to talk to ..read more

AM Radio podcast returns with Bobbo Byrnes (and Tracy Byrnes, collectively known as The Fallen Stars) as in studio guest. I love this couple - a mainstay of OC Americana Music - Enjoy ..read more

AM Radio #163 This episode originally recorded 09/20/2020 - enjoy! Five More Minutes - The War & Treaty Amen - War & Pierce South Gotta Change - Adia Victoria Hard Times - Charlie Crocket Johnny - Sarah Jarosz Olympia WA - Molly Tuttle Creepin’ In - Norah Jones & Dolly Parton Coupe de Ville Rag - Sarah Jane Scouten Ain’t Had No Lovin’ - Dayna Lane Streets of Bakersfield - Dwight Yoakam & Buck Owens Hey Baby Que Paso? - The Last Bandoleros In the Jailhouse Now - Web Pierce You Can’t Shake - Bonnie Montgomery & Rosie Flores Everything Is Broken - Sheryl Crow & Jason Isb ..read more

Originally aired September 13, 2020 - First episode since COVID shutdown - Back to playing music, and talking with some friends as well! Playlist: Back in the Saddle - Aerosmith Dead End Road - JJ Cale and Eric Clapton Frankie, Please - Rodney Crowell Letter to You - Bruce Springsteen Little Rock n’ Roll Clubs - Smooth Hound Smith You’re Gonna Miss Me - Eilen Jewell Glenfern - Kathleen Edwards Johnny - Sarah Jarosz Metal Firecracker - Lucinda Williams Bobbo Byrnes call Queen of the Party - Bobbo Byrnes Justin Townes Earle - Saint of Lost Causes The Sweetest Thing - JJ Grey & Mofro (featu ..read more