Stomping Grounds

On-Air Schedule

About the Host

Tim Pyles is a longtime San Diego resident, who grew up in La Jolla with over 25 years of experience via radio and television broadcasting.  

Currently hosting radio shows on KXFM, Indie X FM and KNSJ, he’s previously been part of the on-air talent at legendary alternative radio station 91X, as well as FM94/9. His current radio stints specialize in local music from the Southern California/Tijuana area, with an additional program that focuses on new music releases from around the world.

Meanwhile, Pyles has also spent many years interviewing bands and hosting events for numerous media outlets, including SoundDiego, a locally produced television show that aired on NBC.

A tireless champion of San Diego’s music, Pyles has also spent many years booking local bands, including shows for the iconic music venues, the Casbah in San Diego, and the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach, with new concerts regularly announced.  

Pyles recently added podcast host to his resume. He now hosts two podcasts; SoundCheck Flix, in which musicians talk about their favorite movie, and the other is Bar Talk, where actors, musicians and other creatives are interviewed in a bar setting.  

Most nights of the week Pyles can be found out and about Southern California supporting the area’s thriving music community, earning his well-deserved nickname, the Mayor Of Local Music.