Beloved Alt AZ Nighttime DJ Rob Petrillo Loses Show After Nearly 10 Years

The popular Phoenix radio personality announced his departure from the station on social media.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Rob Petrillo, the longtime host of the popular nighttime show "Nights with Rob" on 93.3 Alt AZ in Phoenix, Arizona, has been let go from the station after nearly a decade on the air. Petrillo took to Instagram on February 12th to share his disappointment over the decision, describing it as "just kind of a bummer" to have his position eliminated.

Why it matters

Petrillo had built a loyal following over his 10 years on the air at Alt AZ, becoming a beloved figure in the Phoenix music community. His departure marks the end of an era for the station and its listeners, who have grown accustomed to Petrillo's unique on-air personality and music curation during the evening hours.

The details

Petrillo had been the host of the "Nights with Rob" program on 93.3 Alt AZ since early 2016. The show featured Petrillo playing a mix of alternative, indie, and modern rock music for Phoenix listeners during the overnight hours. However, the station recently decided to eliminate Petrillo's position, leaving him off the air since early January 2026.

  • Petrillo was approaching his 10th anniversary at 93.3 Alt AZ when he learned his position was being eliminated.
  • Petrillo's last day on the air was in early January 2026.
  • Petrillo announced his departure from the station on Instagram on February 12, 2026.

The players

Rob Petrillo

The longtime host of the popular nighttime show "Nights with Rob" on 93.3 Alt AZ in Phoenix, Arizona.

93.3 Alt AZ

The alternative rock radio station in Phoenix, Arizona where Petrillo hosted his show for nearly 10 years.

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What they’re saying

“It's just kind of a bummer,”

— Rob Petrillo (Instagram)

The takeaway

Petrillo's departure from Alt AZ marks the end of an era for the Phoenix radio station and its listeners, who have grown to love Petrillo's unique on-air persona and music curation over the past decade. His exit highlights the changing landscape of the radio industry and the challenges that longtime personalities can face when stations decide to make programming changes.