B97 & B93 Hawaii's Classic Hits

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B97 & B93 (consisting of KNWB 97.1 FM Hilo and KMWB 93.1 FM Kona) form a premier classic hits and classic rock radio pairing serving the entirety of Hawaii Island. Owned and operated by New West Broadcasting Corporation, the simulcast network blankets both East and West Hawai'i, bridging local communities from Hilo to Kona with an iconic soundtrack spanning the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Listeners tuning into the stations are treated to legendary rock and pop anthems from monumental acts such as Led Zeppelin, The Eagles, The Beatles, Aerosmith, Fleetwood Mac, and Journey. Programming on B97 & B93 blends nostalgic, timeless music rotation with robust local utility, featuring essential island news updates, weather advisories, community calendar items, and engaging listener contests. The on-air schedule features prominent regional personalities including weekday morning host DC (“DC in the Morning”) alongside popular afternoon and midday talent like Gavin Todd and Keith Vachon. By catering directly to music fans across the Big Island, the stations have built a deeply loyal following among residents who appreciate a blend of classic guitar-driven rock and familiar local voices. Operating from studios located on Kilauea Avenue in Hilo, the network successfully unifies the island's diverse radio markets through its coordinated dual-frequency setup (97.1 FM for East Hawai'i and 93.1 FM for West Hawai'i). In addition to traditional terrestrial radio receivers across the rugged terrain of Hawaii County, B97 & B93 extend their reach globally through digital streaming platforms, mobile applications, and official web players, allowing former visitors and displaced locals to stay connected to the unique culture and soundscape of the Big Island.

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