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Based in Temecula, CA, SoCal Soundcheck is a podcast about the musicians, bands, venues, promoters, and fans shaping Southern California’s live music scene.
Hosted by Brian Jensen, each episode features real conversations with local artists and music community voices about the stories behind the songs, the realities of performing live, and the work that goes into building a music career. From gear and set lists to landing gigs, open mics, promotion, venues, and behind-the-scenes stories, SoCal Soundcheck brings you closer to the people keeping local music alive.
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Press Rewind’s Matt Rivera on Guitar, Confidence, and the Temecula Music Scene
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Jun 18, 2026 |
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Apollo Spalding of Hypno Sapo Isn’t Interested in Copies of Copies
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Jun 09, 2026 |
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Charli Brewer Was Born to Rock
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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Keith Stickney of Tsunami Cables Talks Tone, Reliable Gear, and Why It’s Important to Be Nice
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May 30, 2026 |
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Hunter Webb of RoseLine Band on Bass, Groove & the Temecula Music Scene
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May 23, 2026 |
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Kyle Hudson of Those Guys on Becoming One of SoCal’s Favorite Local Bands Band
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May 20, 2026 |
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Woody Garcia on Chasing Tone, Reading the Room & Bringing People Together Through Live Music
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May 15, 2026 |
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Meet Tristan Bowls: From Guitar Hero to East Lake Studios
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May 10, 2026 |
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Meet Lex Borja: From Mariachi Roots to Performing on The Voice
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May 08, 2026 |
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Rick Hildebrandt on Why a Gig Is a Partnership, Not a Performance
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May 06, 2026 |
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Meet Richard Wetherington: Guitarist, Songwriter, Frontman of Raw Fire
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Apr 25, 2026 |
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From Soccer Fields to Wineries: How Cole Weber Finally Said Yes to Music
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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Chris Merchant: Building Bands, Community, and Momentum
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Apr 18, 2026 |
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From Opera to Rock: Anna Suzette’s Journey to the Stage
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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Maddison Scott: From Choir to SoCal Stages – Temecula's Rising Vocalist Shares Her Journey
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Faith Belle on Authentic Songwriting, Nashville, and Finding Your Voice
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Mar 12, 2026 |
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Bella Popa: Turning a Dream into a Full-Time Job
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Feb 21, 2026 |
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How Important Is Song Selection in a Cover Band?
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Dec 21, 2025 |
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From Original to Cover Band
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Dec 16, 2025 |