In our second episode, we sit down with Josué Urrutia, bandleader of Los Domingueros, an Albuquerque-based Latin ska band performing in both English and Spanish. Born in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, and rooted in Albuquerque’s independent music community, Urrutia brings a dynamic range that spans ska, reggae, and cumbia to thrash and skacore. His music has taken him across multiple countries and onto stages alongside Caifanes, The English Beat, Café Tacvba, Panteón Rococo, The Marley Brothers, and many more. A collaborator with Audiomech (MGK/Camilo) and award-winning producer Lewis Richards (Dirty Heads, Sublime With Rome), Josué has earned nominations for both his band and solo work, all while writing songs that speak honestly to internal struggles, mental health, love, and the occasional bulldog.

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.

Home 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.