Episode 1: Lexy Pettis

Home Cooked Music Podcast | Episode 1: Lexy PettisHome Cooked is a music podcast celebrating original artists from New Mexico. Each episode features intimate conversations, live performances, and behind-the-scenes storytelling with musicians shaping the state’s vibrant independent music scene.In our premiere episode, we sit down with Lexy Pettis, an Albuquerque-based singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate storytelling with the warmth of acoustic folk and the emotional clarity of modern Americana. Rooted in New Mexico’s independent music community, Pettis has built a reputation for heartfelt performances that highlight her expressive voice, thoughtful lyrics, and a songwriting style that favors honesty over ornament.Her work first gained wider attention through original songs like “Brother,” a self-written track that showcases her melodic instincts and narrative depth. With a growing catalog of original material and a steady performance rhythm, Lexy Pettis represents the next wave of New Mexico songwriters—artists who draw from personal experience, regional culture, and a deep love of storytelling to create music that resonates with authenticity and heart.Home Cooked is presented by C+C Publishing and Ambrosia NM, a creative platform dedicated to amplifying New Mexico’s artists, musicians, and cultural storytellers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hcmp.substack.com