On this episode of Arizona Backroads, Birdman is back at the Grand Vista Lounge inside the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, sitting down with Ron Alosi and members of his powerhouse band, The Situation.

Seven-piece band.

No backing tracks.

No safety nets.

Just live musicianship under the Arizona sky.

Ron — entertainment director at the resort — along with Dave Morgan on bass and Harry Young on guitar, break down how the band came together, how a strapless emergency bass gig turned into a long-term partnership, and why live music in Scottsdale is stronger than ever.

You'll hear about:

🎸 The evolution of the Phoenix live music scene

🌅 Playing outdoor sunset sets against the McDowell Mountains

🔥 Winter patio gigs with fireplaces and heaters

🎶 Why tracks are replacing musicians — and why this band refuses to use them

🏖️ Daytime live music at Arizona's only beach-style resort pool

🎤 The difference between concert stages and resort lounge experiences

Ron also shares how the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale bar was recognized as one of the top Hyatt bars in the Americas — and why live entertainment is at the center of that success.

This isn't a concert ticket episode.

This is about where locals go.

Where visitors stumble into magic.

Where music is still played — not pressed.

Arizona Backroads — Get out and explore.