“Arizona Scott” Simpson was the first volunteer to take the A2Z Radio air, finally realizing a dream of being a radio DJ. Originally intended as monthly broadcast, his Arizona Tide show debuted January 21, 2021. An eclectic mix of almost any modern music genre wrapped around themes like colors, sports, family, etc., it quickly became a weekly Wednesday evening staple. Scott was also an avid listener and cheerleader for all A2Z on air talent and regular listeners.

Don’t let his on-air name fool you, Scott was a Midwesterner that happened to live in the Valley of the Sun. He loved racing, especially the Indy 500, college sports, and most importantly his wife, extended family, and the USA. Moving to Arizona in the late 90’s his interest grew to enjoy the heat, his pool, and a garden full of hot peppers.

Scott’s musical influences included Blondie, Eagles, Meat Loaf, Johnny Cash, Guns N’ Roses, and Arizona favorite blues son, Carvin Jones. The final Arizona Tide Show aired June 19, 2024. Sadly, Scott passed away August 28, 2024. He will be sorely missed by all of us here at A2Z Radio.