Freddie McClendon interview - Off The Charts - March 2026

Introducing 20-year-old singer/songwriter Freddie McClendon! A former American Idol contestant and now a college student, we discuss his experiences on Idol and what he’s been doing since. How did so many classic sounds end up in his music, and how does he keep his sound fresh? We debut his new single "Rambler"! Freddie explains the origins and meaning of the song. And he updates us on upcoming tour dates! Ilan pays tribute to the passing of Legendary DJ, Producer, and close friend DJ MIKE D. Plus Danny Meyers, Ilan Fong and Bob Chiappardi bring you 9 new songs that have caught their attention tracklist: “Body Talk” Elley Duhé “neck” Mau P “When I Wake Up” The Pretty Reckless “I Love It” Kybba, J Balvin, & Rytikal (Stacy Mier remix) Interview with Freddie McClendon “Rambler” Freddie McClendon “PGD” A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Kyle Richh, Zeddy Will “Talk To Me Nuh” Shenseea, Vibz Kartel, Rvssian “GO” BLACKPINK “Addicted To Bass” Dom Dolla, Puretone (Dom Dolla Relapse) “Club Song” The Pussycat Dolls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices