Kewe 97.9 FM & 1240 AM

12/24/2021

Mele Kalikimaka to all our FB friends and KEWE loyal listeners on Maui, Hawaii Island and around the world. Frankie B. and I wish you a wonderful Christmas and New Years and that 2022 will be bring us health, prosperity and wisdom . May we let go of the past 2 years of frustration and disappointments and look towards a future where we can once again know the joy of being able to gather without restrictions or fear.

With that being said, tomorrow (Christmas Day) will be the last on air broadcast of The KEWE morning show with Frankie B. We at the morning show, thank you for all your support over the past few years and we hope we made your mornings a little brighter and something to look forward to. We always loved bringing you the latest adventures of Kahu, Kinky, Denise, Manong, Big Red, Officer Mac, Bubba Louie, and Dr. Harvey.

From our family to yours, we wish you all the best and hope that we’ll see each other along the trail again. Mele Kalikimaka e Hau’oli Makahiki Hou. And stay tuned as we continue to continue the continuing saga… Aloha Ka Kou.

12/17/2021

Mele Mele!! It’s Aloha Friday and oh my, what drama we’ve had this week! But it seems everything may work out and Christmas will be saved. Listen this morning for all the scoops and what this can of corn means. Have a safe weekend. Mele Kalihi- maka . 🌺🌈🎄

12/14/2021

If you haven't heard this yet, here's our own Frankie B. and Na Leo Pilemehana singing Santa's Island. This was recorded on Na Leo's Christmas Album in 2001.HO HO HO!!!

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12/10/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and what a week we have had. We apologize for the on again off again programming. The storm took out our power, internet and water. And the station went off the air due to lack of power to the transmitter. But everything is finally back on line now and the morning show with Frankie B. will return at 6 am Monday morning.
Thank you for all your messages regarding our safety. KEWE 97.9 fm has the best listeners on the planet. Have a good weekend and stay safe. ALOHA!

12/04/2021

Mele Kalikimaka from the KAOI Radio Stations and KEWE! 🎶🎶

12/03/2021

Happy Aloha Friday from KEWE 97.9 fm and 1240 am. Winter arrived early in the islands. But no matter, everyday is a beautiful day in Hawai’i Nei. Enjoy your weekend. Aloha from Frankie B. and Miss Rici

11/19/2021

It’s Aloha Friday- join Frankie B. on KEWE 97.9 fm and 1240 am Monday through Friday- 6-10 am- SENDING ALOHA AROUND THE WORLD.🤙🏼🤙🏼

11/17/2021

Mahalo to all of you - our listeners near and far - for your support over the years. Let's keep sending Aloha around the world.

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11/01/2021

Computers Computers Computers! There’s seems to be menehune mischief going on. Ours is not talking to the station’s so repeated shows are airing. We apologize and hope to get it worked out as soon as possible!

10/29/2021

It’s Aloha Friday!! And all of us here at KEWE wish all of you a beautiful day in Hawai’i nei or where ever you may be. Be well and safe.

10/01/2021

It’s Aloha Friday! It’s time to swim, run, bike or hula into the weekend! Be well, be safe, and enjoy the awesome Hawaiian music on KEWE 97.9 fm or 1240 am, or stream us live on KEWE1240.com. Grip your shauts!

09/24/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and the surf is up! Go out and enjoy your day! Mahalo ke Akua for all the blessings that are bestowed upon us.

09/17/2021

Happy Aloha Friday Planet Maui! As we hula into the weekend let’s continue to be kind to each other. Frankie B. And KEWE, sending Aloha around the world. 🌺🌈🏝

09/08/2021

It is with great sadness we learned of the passing of DJ Pratt, a founding member of the group Kalapana. The Heavens are rocking now as he, Mackey and Malani jam together again. Blessings to the Pratt family and the remaining members of Kalapana.

08/06/2021

Happy Aloha Friday! Be sure to have KEWE 97.9 fm and 1240 am on as we hula ourselves into the weekend. And continue to have a beautiful day.

“Summer Lady” original painting by Frank B. Shaner -acrylic on canvas. 18” x 24”. For sale.

07/30/2021

Good Morning Maui. It’s Aloha Friday! Frankie B. and his crew are on KEWE 97.9 fm and 1240 am, playing the best in traditional and Island style Hawaiian music. Join him and his kolohe friends Monday - Friday , 6-10am, for great music and comic relief. Grip your shauts as we head into a fabulous weekend. (“Weekend Jam”, original artwork by Frank B. Shaner)

06/11/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and Kamehameha Day! Enjoy your weekend as we honor our Ali’i Nui.

05/31/2021

On this Memorial Day weekend, KEWE honors those who gave their lives for our country- because freedom isn’t free. “ It is foolish and wrong to mourn those that died in battle. Instead we should thank God that they lived”. General George S. Patton

Original mixed media artwork by Frank B. Shaner. 24”x48”

05/25/2021

This popped up from the archives- This was truly BACK IN THE DAY!

05/15/2021

It's Aloha Friday! Time to dance, time to play and time to enjoy our friends. Have a wonderful weekend. We'll see you Monday, bright and early at 6am!

Original painting by Frank B. Shaner "Tango and Spice"

05/07/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and that means it’s time for kau kau! On the menu, 2 new items, rack of Mongoose and Fugu soup! Will Frankie B. love his breakfast or send it back to the kitchen? Stay tuned as we continue to continue the continuing saga on the KEWE Morning Show.

05/02/2021

It’s the 1 year Anniversary of the KEWE Morning Show with your lovely and charming host, Frankie B. Mahalo to all of YOU, our listeners and to our sponsors, Steve Parker of Classic Maui Properties and Raymond Noh of Noh Foods of Hawaii. It is and always will be our goal to play the best Hawaiian music on the planet. Aloha from the slopes of Haleakala and continue to have a beautiful day.

05/02/2021

04/30/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and tomorrow is May Day. A great time to be listening to the best Hawaiian Music on the planet! KEWE 97.9 FM or stream us live at kewe1240.com.

03/15/2021

So once again we jumped ahead 1 hr. with “Daylight Savings.” Does that mean we were one hour older when we woke up yesterday morning?

“As Time goes by”. Original painting by Frank B. Shaner, oil on canvas

03/12/2021

For those of you who know about the wonderful and creative remarks Hawaiian Rental -All has put up over the years, this one really tugs at my heart.

03/05/2021

Good morning Planet Maui! It’s Aloha Friday and Happy Birthday to Tina Turner! Grab some cowboy coffee and some Love’s Bakery white powdery doughnuts ( while you still can), and enjoy the Morning Show with your lovely and charming host Frankie B.

“Left a Good Job in the City”. Original painting by Frank B. Shaner. Acrylic on canvas. 36” x 42”

02/26/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and the crew is already having its second helping of saimin and dumplings. Grab your bowl and some cowboy coffee and join us! 2 more hours of great music and fun!

02/19/2021

It’s Aloha Friday and Frankie B. is on KEWE 97.9 FM with his morning crew. So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair and enjoy the start of your weekend. 🌸🌈🏝

02/08/2021

Mahalo Kiki Hugo for the awesome sign!