AM Radio

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

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!

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.

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!

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

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!

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.

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!

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 Isbell 79 Cent Song - Eilen Jewell Long, Long Time - Alice Wallace Midnight in Harlem - Tedeschi Trucks Band Chris Cruz - Sentimental Dream Can’t Unplug a Trigger - Debbie Hennessey Better Days - The Oddbirds Chasing You - Justine Abagail Hey Good Lookin’ - Johnny & Jaalene Can’t Let Go - Lucinda Williams Powderfinger - Neil Young Sea of Heartbreak - Rosanne Cash w/ Bruce Springsteen Wildflowers - Tom Petty Hot Burrito #1 - The Flying Burrito Brothers Buffalo River Home - John Hiatt Nobody Loves You When You’re Down and Out - Jason Isbell Honky Cat - Elton John

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 (featuring Toots Hibbert) One Day She’s Here - Marcus King Rebel Road - The HawtThornes Talking Reality Television Blues - Todd Snider Michael Ubaldini call Up Against the Wall - Michael Ubaldini & Mystery Train Magic - Emily Zuzik Doug Schmude call Setting Fires on the Moon - Doug Schmude All This Time - Heather Ann Lomax Dwight Yoakum - Sarah Shook & the Disarmers My Man - Eagles Hey Baby Que Paso? The Last Bandoleros Faded Love - The Time Jumpers I’d Rather Go Blind - Etta James

Welcome to AM Radio Quarantine Show #2 - from the shape of things, this may be #2 of many. This week we pay tribute to Bill Withers, a huge loss for us this last week - passed away at 81. Also, I play quite a few tunes from up and coming SoCal artists, including the BRAND new song from Feed the Kitty (feedthekitty.com). This awesome tune is the title cut from their forthcoming album, set to come out next year. Enjoy!!

Since there's no live shows for now, I decided to put together a podcast anyway, and stoke your desire for good Americana Music. Playing some old, some new, and some local!

Welcome to the AM Radio Podcast - This week we have Colin Kyffin in the studio for conversation and music - both recorded *and* live - We play Colin's recent singles, music from folks along the way that have influenced him - and Colin has some great stories to tell!! Look Colin up online - colinkyffinmusic.com, facebook.com/colin.kyffin - enjoy!

Welcome to the AM Radio Podcast - This week we have Emily Zuzik in the studio for conversation and music - both recorded *and* live - Emily plays acoustic versions of songs from her forthcoming LP, 'Torch & Trouble', due out in May 2020. Look Emily up online - www.emilyzuzik.com, @emilyzuzik on Instagram and Twitter, and https://www.facebook.com/emily.zuzik.music - enjoy!

Join me in welcoming Doug Schmude, local Americana artist for chat, music from other locals, and live music from Doug!!

Welcome to the next episode of AM Radio - where the 'AM' stands for Americana Music - this week, we have Feed the Kitty in the house - for a rousing two hours of conversation and music, both live and otherwise.

A continuation of last weeks show - more wrap up of some of the great americana music that came out in 2019, and also music from some artists we lost during the year - give it a listen!

Welcome, AMR fans! This episode is the first part of a 2019 wrap up of music that was released during 2019, at least some of my favorites, as well as a handful of live in-studio performances! There was so much great music, I think I will have to continue the wrap up next week - Enjoy!

Welcome to AM Radio Christmas show 2019 #2 - because one is not enough! Enjoy music from Alison Krauss, Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer, Sarah Jarosz, Eagles, Jason Isbell, and many more! Enjoy!

I stopped counting episodes awhile back - but for convenience, I'm going to start again at #151 - AM Radio, where the "AM" stands for Americana Music - in this installment, you'll hear an eclectic mix of tunes from Dylan, Mellencamp, Allman Brothers, as well as SOCal local favorites Merle Jagger and Heather Anne Lomax. Enjoy!