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Beyond the Groove is a weekly radio show hosted by 12 Theory, which showcases continuous DJ mixes of the best Progressive House, Trance, Techno, Breaks, and more from all over the globe. Episodes of Beyond the Groove include live DJ mixes and classic mixes by 12 Theory as well as featured guest mixes.    

Downtown Radio’s rock mix is an eclectic, carefully curated amalgam of deep cuts and minor hits spanning the entire spectrum of rock music—from the '50s to now.

    “Paleo” Dave Paiz’s love affair with radio began in South Texas way back in the mid-’70’s when as a boy he used to call in and pester the DJ’s at a local Top 40 station in Corpus Christi. After moving to Southern Arizona in 1977 and several long, strange decades since doing everything from soldiering to science writing to field archaeology, in the summer of 2005 Dave finally made his on-air debut on KXCI Community Radio and launched Bat Country Radio in June of the following year. After 12 years burning the overnight Bat Country oil with a caustic mix of punk, post-punk, metal and noise rock, Dave joined Downtown Radio in 2018 and hosted several different specialty shows before taking on the challenge of a daily morning mix as the host of the Scrambled Sunrise, where these days he spins a less abrasive blend of mostly 21st century indie rock, ’80’s/90’s commercial alternative and late ’70’s/early ’80’s New Wave and College Rock, with lots of exceptions.   Bluesky : djpaleodave.bsky.social Stream past shows at : https://www.mixcloud.com/paleodave Email : paleodave@downtownradio.org

Brother Mok is no stranger to radio land. For all of the nineties, he was doing all types of broadcasting–from Boarding Oping at KNZR news/talk for the Art Bell Coast to Coast show; doing Dodger games; doing Tucson Tex at College, Community, and Internet Radio at KBCC, Radio Free Bakersfield, and RadioInvasion.Com; to working as Music Director and New Director at KBCC. However, after a short-lived commercial radio job, Bro Mok [aka Tucson Tex] focused on other artistic avenues–booking bands, playing in bands, and family. With a few attempts to move back home to Tucson, in 2004 that’s what finally happened. Still focusing on music and family, in late 2015, the radio cocoon was broken when a Downtown Radio DJ and bandmate encouraged Bro Mok to do a shift at Downtown Radio. But why not come back as Tucson Tex? Glad you asked. On October 27, 2013, Lou Reed passed away. Bro Mok is a huge Lou Reed fan, and many folks had already been calling Ted Riviera (Bro Mok’s real name) ‘Mok’ after a song Lou Reed wrote called “My Name is Mok” (for the Canadian animated film, “Rock N’ Rule”). So, Brother Mok was born. Brother Mok brings you two unique weekly shows: a Thursday rock mix show that is heavy on new music, fun facts and a few twists, and Radio Club Crawl which is a sonic sample of what's playing around Tucson.

Riot Sqrrrl Radio Riot Sqrrrl Radio offers music for a revolution, amplifying under-appreciated voices- especially those of local artists, women, the global majority, & LGBTQIA+ fam. Tucson artists may even share a bit about their mental health journey / how music/songwriting helps them cope. Inspired by the punk rock Riot Grrrl movement of the 90's, with a dash of neurodivergent-fueled randomness, Riot Sqrrrl is a gathering space for anyone who's ever felt like they didn’t quite fit the mold. Calamity Andi, Your So-Called DJ A seasoned humanitarian, lifelong music lover & emerging radio host, Andi brings a unique blend of compassion, chaos, and community connection to the airwaves, with a healthy side of rage against the machine. Her 25+ years of experience serving vulnerable communities, 15+ of those with immigrant survivors of torture in Tucson, have taught Andi a thing or two about resilience, healing, and the power of human connection. Tune in Thursdays 1-3pm for a mix of indie, punk, and alternative rock to get you through this post-capitalist oligarchy hellscape. Stay tuned & stay feral!

Julie Spite (aka Julie Jennings-Patterson) grew up in Tucson listening to oddball underground radio shows, reading music magazines and zines and secretly dubbing friends' mix tapes while they slept. These days she plays in a couple of bands, haunts the LPFM airwaves and sometimes writes about music. Sweethearts of the Radio is the low power radio equivalent of every afternoon you've ever spent going down a musical rabbit hole with that one rabid music enthusiast friend we all have. The friend who tags you with video links to obscure songs by familiar bands, makes playlists to illustrate unfamiliar genres, and once nerdsplained Pet Sounds like they were defending a PhD dissertation. Each week Julie Spite dives deep into a topic, genre, band or music scene and aims to make you fall just a little bit in love with it. Or at least have a decent time trying. Thursdays from 3-5 pm on 99.1 FM Downtown Radio Tucson.  

The Arizona 411 features two hours of music made in Arizona every Thursday. Featuring live guests, record release dates and concert details. Want to hear your band on the show? Send an email to thearizona411@gmail.com.

All instrumental surf and surf-influenced rock from around the globe. Mike has been active in the music business and the music scene in Tucson for many years, including as a performer, record label owner, and just plain fan. This is his first stint on air and what better way to do so than to spread the gospel of instrumental surf.

Join DJ Henri Thursday evenings from 9-11 PM on KTDT 99.1 FM Downtown Radio for Eclectic Smoothie - a blend of smooth jazz, soulful grooves, and colorful cuts from across the musical map. Henri’s program is a late-night escape for listeners who crave rhythm, warmth, and a touch of surprise. Whether you’re winding down after a long desert day or gearing up for a night in town, Eclectic Smoothie is Tucson radio at its most flavorful.

Mike Magee showed up in Tucson in October of 2015 and has been causing mayhem ever since. Originally from Syracuse, NY Magee has always been a part of the local music scene and kept that tradition going upon his arrival by creating The Loudhouse Rock & Roll Bar.