Every weekday morning at 7:30am. The Drive Tucson & McElroy's Automotive Repair presents DRIVE IT OR PARK IT aka (DIPI) is your opportunity to vote on some of the songs we play.
Vote (below) to Drive it or Park it.
We receive hundreds of texts every morning and are not able to respond to every text we receive. You can vote via text (520) 815-1017, email matt@thedrivetucson.com or vote below.
For Friday, 07/26/2024, you are voting on the single, "Never Say Goodbye"
Performed By
Jackson 5
If you would like to SUGGEST a song to be voted on by our Drive Tucson listeners, submit with the form below. By submitting your suggestion, you agree to allow The Drive Tucson to mention you by name on the air, as part of the Drive it or Park it Feature.
This on-air event is exclusively brought to you by Play It Again Sports on Speedway Blvd.
The Drive Tucson's SUMMER OF LEGENDS pays tribute to legendary bands coming to Tucson including Christopher Cross, Alan Parsons, Todd Rundgren and the Little River Band. We are also celebrating Tucson's legendary broadcasters that include, Bobby Rich, Alan Michaels, Adrianne Walker, and “Sunny Jim” Arnold, Ed Alexander and Bobby Lewis, all who helped shape an entire generation of music.
Join us in celebrating the songs we forgot we loved and the voices that brought them to life.
In the vibrant world of radio broadcasting, few names resonate as profoundly as that of a legendary Tucson radio personality who has left an indelible mark on the industry and the community he loves. His journey began in 1980 when he landed a job at KNOT in Prescott, even before he graduated from the legendary Ron Bailey School of Broadcasting.
Just two weeks into his tenure at KNOT, he received a life-changing call from 13-KHIT, right here in Tucson, a station that many long-time residents will fondly remember. This opportunity allowed him to move to Tucson, a city he would come to adore and call home.
By 1984, he transitioned to KFOX, a brand-new station at the time, which operated from the same studios that now house The Drive Tucson. His presence at KFOX set the stage for the station's rise in popularity and solidified his reputation as a premier broadcaster. It was during this time that his love for Tucson truly blossomed, as he became an integral part of the local community.
In 1989, his career took him to Phoenix, where he joined the Buck Owens-owned KNIX, the number one country station in the area. He started with the overnight slot but quickly moved up to the morning show, joining John Michaels and Carolyn Coffee in the beloved "John, Bobby & Coffee" morning lineup. Despite his success in Phoenix, Tucson always remained close to his heart.
The pull of Tucson was strong, and in 1997, he returned to take on the morning show at KHYT. For the next five years, he and his co-host Wendy Sweet climbed the rankings, providing listeners with a comforting and reliable radio experience. Known for his signature "Prize Pants" and a style of "comfort radio" that listeners could "turn on and leave on", he cemented his status as a beloved figure in Tucson's radio history.
Today, after transitioning from on-air roles to a successful position in broadcast sales, he continues to thrive. His deep understanding of the radio industry and his natural ability to connect with people have made him a formidable force in sales. His dynamic success in this new chapter of his career further solidifies his legacy as a versatile and impactful figure in the world of radio.
Legendary radio personality Bobby Lewis returns to the airwaves for one day only.
Sunday, July 28th - 12p-3p
More Summer of Legends HERE
The Drive Tucson has been nominated for Best Radio Station for Music!
Voting ends August 26th!
Every year the Tucson Weekly, a local publication with an insane number of readers, releases their annual "Best of" edition. In order for your vote to count, you have to vote for a MINIMUM of 15 categories. Our category is listed at #50. As a bonus, our very own Ken Carr has been nominated for Best Radio Host and is category listed at #54.
Click our logo below to vote now and thank you for listening and being a part of The Drive Tucson radio family.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank and applaud YOU, or loyal listeners who made this possible.
