KAWC's The Hot Spot

Local music scene creates art and cultivates community

By Maya Manry,

Chloe Michael, KAWC Student Newsroom, Mack Schwitzing

Published March 13, 2026 at 8:34 AM MST

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This week, we hear from artists and promoters within Yuma's music scene who share the impact of local music.

Featured Artists: Zoola, Rock of Ages, Your Favorite Dress, Worried, Just Let Me Go

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Funding for the KAWC Student Newsroom is supported by the Local News Initiative of Southern Arizona, a fund of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, the Scripps Howard Fund, and generous individual local support.

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Mack Schwitzing

Mack is a full-time student at Arizona State Univeristy. Growing up in Yuma, his passion for learning has allowed him to foster greater connections within the community and strive for excellence on and off campus. His interest in audio production began in the "Introduction to Podcasting" course offered at AWC. Mack is a member of the inaugural 2024 Summer Student Newsroom, and he is continuing his work for KAWC through the Student Newsroom program.

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