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88.5 FM Radio The SoCal Sound is a non-profit, non-commercial radio station based in Southern California The SoCal Sound is all about music discovery. We are The SoCal Sound

We are dedicated to curating a blend of established, emerging, and diverse artists including music that is new, deep, & local. As a public, member-supported audio service with broadcast and digital distribution, we embrace the independence our non-profit status affords us by super-serving Southern California with listeners worldwide. We put our community of constituents and supporters first, including listeners, members, artists, sponsors, students, and the universities we serve.

07/19/2025

We just launched the SoCal Sound's Rockstar Rescue - Julie Slater is here to tell you all about it. Plus, we hear from Pasadena Humane about what makes them such a special organization. Tune into the SoCal Sound - on the radio, on our socials, and on our website www.TheSoCalSound.org - each week - to see and hear about our special featured PET OF THE WEEK, as well. Together, let's find fur-ever homes for these little adoptable cuties.

This morning at 8 Pacific on Americana Matinee we'll kick off the day with a couple of tunes from Leslie Stevens and Gwe...
07/19/2025

This morning at 8 Pacific on Americana Matinee we'll kick off the day with a couple of tunes from Leslie Stevens and Gwendolyn, two of the artists performing at The Grand Ole Echo's 20th Anniversary Show THIS SUNDAY, July 20th! We'll also hear music from Joselyn & Don, Shelby Means, Robert Plant, Dallas Burrow, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, and others. TUNE IN on your device of choice via our app or at TheSoCalSound.org.

07/18/2025

“Public radio is such a wonderful treasure trove…” 🎙️✨ In this moving moment from The SoCal Sound Sessions, OK Go’s Damian Kulash reflects on how public radio shaped the band’s artistic journey — encouraging deeper thinking, creativity, and community. All while performing A Stone Only Rolls Downhill live in studio.

As sources of support shift, we’ll rely more than ever on you — our listeners — to help keep thoughtful, independent music programming alive.

🎶 If you believe in the power of public radio, please consider donating today at www.TheSoCalSound.org/support

Support for The SoCal Sound is made possible by Subaru of Glendale - The “Subaru Love Promise” is at the core of their b...
07/18/2025

Support for The SoCal Sound is made possible by Subaru of Glendale - The “Subaru Love Promise” is at the core of their business, showing love + respect to all people as a positive force in the community. Subaru of Glendale is proud to be the #1 in CA! Info at SubaruOfGlendale.com

⚡Current ticket giveaways & events! 👇The SoCal Sound has your chance to win a pair of tickets to some great shows! Enter...
07/18/2025

⚡Current ticket giveaways & events! 👇

The SoCal Sound has your chance to win a pair of tickets to some great shows! Enter for the chance to win at TheSoCalSound.org/win-tickets or click the Online Giveaways tab in the LINK IN BIO! 🔗

🧡 Members Only: Get ready for a performance by Beck with The Pacific Symphony and special guest Molly Lewis at The Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair on July 30! Tickets are on sale at Etix.com

🧡 Enjoy a film event screening of The Zombies Documentary Hung Up on a Dream with Colin Blunstone & Rooney, followed by a special Q&A at The Bellwether on July 19! Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.com

🧡 Members Only: Allen Stone’s The Get Sweet Tour stops by the House of Blues Anaheim on October 15! Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.com

🧡 Robert Glasper performs at The Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara on August 16! Tickets are on sale at Lobero.com

Public media has recently endured a heavy blow. Congress has voted to rescind funds for the Corporation for Public Broad...
07/18/2025

Public media has recently endured a heavy blow.

Congress has voted to rescind funds for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. This directly affects The SoCal Sound.

What this means for you is that we need community support more than ever.

The SoCal Sound is YOUR community public radio station. You can directly support us by donating. Click SUPPORT at https://www.thesocalsound.org/support/thank-you-for-subscribing-to-the-socal-sound/

Thank you, The SoCal Sound Family 🧡

Our first PET OF THE WEEK - Ruthie from Pasadena Humane! Ruthie is a 4-year-old black Bull Mastiff who is a lovable, eas...
07/16/2025

Our first PET OF THE WEEK - Ruthie from Pasadena Humane!

Ruthie is a 4-year-old black Bull Mastiff who is a lovable, easygoing girl. She walks beautifully on a leash and remains composed around other dogs and greets people and kids alike with her signature friendly kisses.

Ruthie has proven to be mellow, affectionate, and easy to handle. She’s a strong girl who can get excited, especially around people, but she is a great listener to cues like “sit” or her name. She is also very well-behaved in the car!

Ruthie A509995 and all other adult dogs (6 months and older) can be adopted for no charge from July 7-20 during Pasadena Humane’s Hot Dog Summer promotion! Visit in-person, or online at pasadenahumane.org.

More info available at www.TheSoCalSound.org

We just launched something pretty close to our hearts - the SoCal Sound Rockstar Rescue! We'll be highlighting some of o...
07/16/2025

We just launched something pretty close to our hearts - the SoCal Sound Rockstar Rescue! We'll be highlighting some of our favorite SoCal rescue organizations & their animals up for adoption. Look for our PET OF THE WEEK at www.thesocalsound.org and on instagram Our mascot for this photo comes from our very own Jet and her lil' cutie rescue kid SPIKE!!

Tune in for your chance to win!
07/16/2025

Tune in for your chance to win!

Join us July 30 at Arroz & Funin Lincoln Heights for The SoCal Sound’s first-ever live local showcase—featuring Sharon S...
07/15/2025

Join us July 30 at Arroz & Funin Lincoln Heights for The SoCal Sound’s first-ever live local showcase—featuring Sharon Silva and El Caplan! Hosted by our very own Mookie and Byron the Curator!

🎧 Free show, live broadcast, intimate vibes, big local talent.

Come out or tune in and hear why the LA scene slaps. 💥

✨Hump Day Giveaway on More Music in The Morning with Nic Harcourt + Jet - Wednesday, July 16 (between 8:30a & 9:30a PT):...
07/14/2025

✨Hump Day Giveaway on More Music in The Morning with Nic Harcourt + Jet - Wednesday, July 16 (between 8:30a & 9:30a PT): The SoCal Sound Presents Chris Pierce & Garrison Starr at Troubadour on November 11!

Tickets are on sale at Troubadour.com

🍊 Orange you glad it’s 7️⃣1️⃣4️⃣ Day on The SoCal Sound ?! 🍊We’re turning it up and celebrating all things Orange County...
07/14/2025

🍊 Orange you glad it’s 7️⃣1️⃣4️⃣ Day on The SoCal Sound ?! 🍊
We’re turning it up and celebrating all things Orange County today, July 14th! 🌊🧡🏄‍♂️


🕒 Listen at 14 past every hour to catch a track from your favorite OC artists.
📲 Then text 714 to 833-885-8850 to enter to win a seriously stacked OC concert + local biz prize pack, including:
🎟️ Tix to:
• Lost 80s Live (A Flock of Seagulls, Big Country, General Public + more) – Grove of Anaheim, Aug 22
• Allen Stone – House of Blues Anaheim, Oct 15
• Blues Traveler w/ Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors – Pacific Amphitheatre @ OC Fair, Aug 9
• Gipsy Kings – Grove of Anaheim, Aug 13

🍕 💿 🍔 Plus $25 gift cards to OC faves:
• Moldy Toes Records
• The Riders Club
• Billy’s Deli
• Schmit’s Chocolate
• Gibroni’s Pizza

It’s the most Orange County day of the year—celebrate it loud with The SoCal Sound. 🎶

Brought to you by our friends at:
Moldy Toes Records
The 2025 OC Fair and Pacific Amphitheatre
The Coach House
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Bowers Museum
iLEAD Public Charter Schools
Hoag Hospital
OC Vibe including Grove of Anaheim & The Honda Center-
Laguna Playhouse
Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center

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