About Us
We are Northern Maine and Western New Brunswick's only Classic Country music station!
- We play a wide variety of country music from Waylon Jennings, George Jones to Garth Brooks! If it's classic country, you will hear it on 94.7 Kixx FM!
We also help promote LOCAL Events and concerts of all music genres throughout Maine and New Brunswick Listen to us On Line and be sure to Follow our Facebook and Twitter Pages for all the latest Contests and Events in our area.
Our Top Shows
Kixx Morning Show with Fireman Fred 6 - 9 am
Dixie Lee Show 10 am - 1 pm
Afternoons with Rich Mello 2pm - 6 pm
Roots of the Country w/ Stu and Layla Sat 6-9 pm and Sun 12-3 pm
Carl O'Donnell Show- The best in Country Gospel Music , Sunday 9 - 10 am
The History of Our Station
In 2008, we signed on the air as "Classic Country 94.7 FM". A few years later, we changed our name to "Kixx FM", but continued to play the classic country music that many people love. Our station signal reaches northern Maine and Western New Brunswick, Canada. Today, we are known as "Classic Country 94.7 Kixx FM."
Meet our new Afternoon Host
KIXXFM welcomes Rich Mello to our broadcast family.
A Florida native, Rich has been fascinated with radio since childhood. His first radio job was playing classic country on local radio overnight during the summer while in high school. His rich baritone voice soon had him doing commercials and newscasts and working as a staff announcer for a local television station.
At 17, he entered the military and served double duty as a Military Policeman and Journalist. During a break in service to help care for his grandparents, Rich worked at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville where he protected the legends of country music for several years. He returned to finish his military career retiring after 28 years serving the nation. He has narrated numerous training films, tv commercials and was on scene in the Indian Ocean covering the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates in 2009.
He has worked as news director and newscaster for several news/talk stations across the nation and TV host for a local cable access program in New England, most recently at Channel X radio in Caribou. However, local radio is where his heart is.
You can hear Rich providing entertainment each afternoon from 2 to 6 pm.
Welcome to KIXXFM, RICH !
Thomas Barna - October 1, 1962 - February 1, 2023
We are sad to share the news of Tom Barna's passing with you.
Tom was the Chief Engineer of WBCQ. He was responsible for KIXXFM, WXME-98.3FM The Fox, and the Classic WBCQ Shortwave Stations 5.110,7.490 and 6.160
He was also tasked with running the "Superstation" 9330, one of the most powerful shortwave stations in North America, which is the worldwide headquarters of WLC Radio.
Tom was proud to be a Veteran, having served in the US NAVY.
Tom was a daily presence at the WBCQ Complex of stations for a number of years and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
The Southern Aroostook Trade Show will be held April 15 and 16 at the Millar Civic Centre in Houlton, sponsored by the Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce.
45 Vendors setting up displays with attendance averaging 1800 people gives our business community a chance to showcase their product.
For more info contact the Chamber at 207-532-4216
Meduxnekeag River Canoe Race
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
April 29th 2023
The Meduxnekeag River Canoe Race has been part of Houlton’s history, for over 37
years. The event for which paddlers “from away” praise the Town of Houlton and its
collaborative spirit, hosts over 100 paddlers. Contact the Greater Houlton Chamber for more info @ 207-532-4216
SHRINE CIRCUS
Southern Aroostook Trade Show
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Coming to the Forum in Presque Isle. May 5 - 7. Get your tickets now
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Presented by Smyrna merrill Historical Society page
Arrgh there matey's! Come join us at our spring dinner theatre on Fri April 21st and Sat April 22nd, Fri May 5th and Sat May 6th. Come watch the misadventures of a band of Menopausal pirates and a pair of Dimwitted explorers as they hunt for treasure on a secret island... A comedy sure
Presented by Smyrna merrill Historical Society page
Arrgh there matey's! Come join us at our spring dinner theatre on Fri April 21st and Sat April 22nd, Fri May 5th and Sat May 6th. Come watch the misadventures of a band of Menopausal pirates and a pair of Dimwitted explorers as they hunt for treasure on a secret island... A comedy sure to give you laughs and giggles! Dinner served right to you at your table during intermission..Menu: sweet&sour meatballs served over rice, with green beans,homemade rolls and orange cake for dessert. Self serve drink station will have coffee, tea, water and hot chocolate available. Laughter and dinner? It's a recipe for an awesome night out! Tickets are $20 each, message us on facebook to reserve seats. Doors open at 5:30pm and show starts promptly at 6pm every night.
Please be aware of scammers trying to "sell" tickets...all seats are reserved thru us only and pay at the door!! These scammers do not have tickets.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Fiddlers and Fiddlehead Festival
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Fiddlers and Fiddlehead Festival
Sat May 20th at the Patten Lumberman's Museum
Local crafters, artisans, and community non-profit food vendors will present their wares, many featuring fiddlehead delicacies, along with an opportunity to purchase fresh fiddleheads.
Children of all ages will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of games, such as tug-of-war and th
Sat May 20th at the Patten Lumberman's Museum
Local crafters, artisans, and community non-profit food vendors will present their wares, many featuring fiddlehead delicacies, along with an opportunity to purchase fresh fiddleheads.
Children of all ages will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of games, such as tug-of-war and the giant slingshot. During the day there will be a silent auction of various contributed items and trip possibilities plus a quilt raffle to benefit the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum Endowment Fund.
All attendees will have free access to the buildings, exhibits and demonstrations and videos in the Lumbermen’s Museum!
Come join us for a community and fun-filled family day to welcome spring to northern Maine!
Patten Lumbermen’s Museum: 207-528-2650
Website: www.lumbermensmuseum.org
Email: curator@lumbermensmuseum.org
The Black Fly Brewfest
Pirates of the Mattawamkeag- Dinner Theatre
Fiddlers and Fiddlehead Festival
May 20th 2023
Northern Maine’s Premier Brewfest. This event has traditionally been held at the Millar Civic
Center and welcomes brewers and wineries from throughout the State of Maine.
Go to www.greaterhoulton.com for more information
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
Join us for MEMORIAL MAYHEM
Derby, Food, Music, camping and so much more...
Saturday May 27th we are offering FREE Camping for Saturday Night after the Whey Jennings Performance! Check out the Memorial Mayhem Flyer for a day packed FULL of fun!
Join us for MEMORIAL MAYHEM
Derby, Food, Music, camping and so much more...
Saturday May 27th we are offering FREE Camping for Saturday Night after the Whey Jennings Performance! Check out the Memorial Mayhem Flyer for a day packed FULL of fun!
Gates will Open @ 10am
Schedule & more details TBA soon @ https://www.thespringfieldfair.com/
Tickets online available!
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../memorial-mayhem-whey...
FOLLOW WHEY JENNINGS ENDEAVORS AS HE TAKES OVER HIS GRANDFATHERS LEGACY!!
https://www.wheyjennings.com/music
13th Classic Car Show in Woodstock
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
13th Annual Classic Car Show at the Best Western Plus in Woodstock NB.
Sponsored by NAPA and Best Western Plus, Free Admission.
12 classes, Live Music, BBQ and more...Don't miss it.
The Springfield Fair
Memorial Mayhem at the Springfield Fairgrounds
Northern Maine Soapbox Derby
New Dates: June 15th - 18th
The 173rd Springfield Fair is coming back in 2023 with new dates and a BIG midway of entertainment from Smokey's Greater Shows.
We will bring back all of your favorites including beano, horse shows, demolition derbies, truck pulls, Krapf Family Pizza, and so much more!
Find complete event details at www.thespring
New Dates: June 15th - 18th
The 173rd Springfield Fair is coming back in 2023 with new dates and a BIG midway of entertainment from Smokey's Greater Shows.
We will bring back all of your favorites including beano, horse shows, demolition derbies, truck pulls, Krapf Family Pizza, and so much more!
Find complete event details at www.thespringfieldfair.com - check back often as the details come together
Northern Maine Soapbox Derby
Northern Maine Soapbox Derby
Northern Maine Soapbox Derby
A fun family day. June 24th at Community Park in Houlton.
Interested in racing? - Contact by e mail: nmsoapboxderby@gmail.com
FUTURE COMMUNITY EVENTS
MIDNIGHT MADNESS
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Mark Your Calendar for Friday, June 30, 2023 for Houlton's Midnight Madness.
An afternoon and evening with vendors in Market Square, musical performances, a road race, and the ever-
popular fireworks over the Gateway Bridge at 9:30
. Over the years the event has become less of a shopping opportunity and more of a street fair which seems
Mark Your Calendar for Friday, June 30, 2023 for Houlton's Midnight Madness.
An afternoon and evening with vendors in Market Square, musical performances, a road race, and the ever-
popular fireworks over the Gateway Bridge at 9:30
. Over the years the event has become less of a shopping opportunity and more of a street fair which seems to work well for the community.
Crowds number in the thousands.
Presented by the Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce.
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Are you ready for the 2023 Centreville Pull? We can’t wait to see you on JUNE 30th & JULY 1, 2023 at the Western Valley MultiPlex!!!!
One of the Premiere events of the summer in New Brunswick.
4th Annual Feed The County 150!
Centerville's 33rd Annual Truck and Tractor Pulls
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
July 2nd the return of the Pro All Star Series for the 4th Annual Feed The County 150 at Spud Speedway in Caribou!
Looking forward to another great race and helping to feed some folks in need!
More Details Soon.
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
The Houlton Agricultural Fair is an agricultural and recreational event held every year over the 4th of July weekend in Houlton, Maine.
Our goal is to provide education around Aroostook County's lifeblood - agriculture - through entertainment, showcases and demonstrations.
Woodstock Ribfest
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
Old Home Week in Woodstock
Woodstock NB Ribfest is a community event being held August 19, 20, 21 2022 the Connell Park Racetrack
Entry by Donation, Free Parking, Free Music
Over $1,000,000 raised since this event began.
100%of monies raised goes to three local organizations in the area. These groups support families, survivors, supporters and health care workers.
More Info: (2) Woodstock NB Ribfest | Facebook
Old Home Week in Woodstock
Houlton Agricultural Fair July 1 - 4, 2023
Old Home Week in Woodstock
The Parade will be held on July 30 th
Exact Dates and Details coming soon
Northern Maine Fair in Presque Isle
2023 Crown of Maine Balloon Fest Craft and Vendor Fair
Northern Maine Fair in Presque Isle
August 3-6. Agricultural Fair with many activities, demonstrations, food and music. Details Coming soon....
Lumberman's Museum Bean Hole Dinner
2023 Crown of Maine Balloon Fest Craft and Vendor Fair
Northern Maine Fair in Presque Isle
Aug 12 in Patten following the Parade.
Food, Music, Artisans, Authors and more
2023 Crown of Maine Balloon Fest Craft and Vendor Fair
2023 Crown of Maine Balloon Fest Craft and Vendor Fair
2023 Crown of Maine Balloon Fest Craft and Vendor Fair
This is the 20th year of the Crown of Maine Balloon Festival and that means more balloons, more music, and more fun! Each year the Crown of Maine Balloon Festival draws big crowds with a weekend full of family fun events, including hot air balloons, kid's activities, live music, and a massive craft fair.
New this year, 3-day event! The
This is the 20th year of the Crown of Maine Balloon Festival and that means more balloons, more music, and more fun! Each year the Crown of Maine Balloon Festival draws big crowds with a weekend full of family fun events, including hot air balloons, kid's activities, live music, and a massive craft fair.
New this year, 3-day event! The Craft Fair and Food Vendors will be on site and open on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 24 - 25, from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 26, from 12-8 p.m.
For more info:
info@combf.org
Be listening to 94.7 for your chance to win tickets.
Our Latest Concert Announcement
NEW SHOW
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:: Tuesday, July 25
:: Maine Savings Amphitheater | Bangor, ME
:: Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 31 at 10AM https://msa.wfconcerts.com/072523
Upcoming Concerts
Spinney Brothers to Play in WOODSTOCK
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
Get your tickets now, before they are sold out.
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
Lee Brice and Cole Swindell are coming to Bangor on Sunday, May 28. This is a rare opportunity to see not one, but two major performers.
General sales go live on Friday, February 3 at 10:00 am. Go to waterfrontconcerts.com
Be watching our social media for your chance to win some tickets.
Tedeschi Trucks Band Returns to Bangor
LEE BRICE and COLE SWINDELL to Open Concert Season
Tedeschi Trucks Band Returns to Bangor
Tedeschi Trucks Band makes its way to Bangor, ME on Wednesday, July 5th with special guest Ziggy Marley 
Come join us for a great night of music! ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES!
Tickets are available now:: https://msa.wfconcerts.com/070523
Chris Stapleton is Coming to Bangor
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
Tedeschi Trucks Band Returns to Bangor
Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show is back and coming to Maine Savings Amphitheater on Thursday, July 6 with special guests Marty Stuart & Allen Stone! ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES
Tickets go on sale NOW
https://msa.wfconcerts.com/070623
Keep listening and watching our Facebook page for your chance to win tickets
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
Waterfront Concerts is excited to announce that Kane Brown is bringing his Drunk or Dreaming Tour to Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, ME on Thursday, June 22! He is bringing along special guests Gabby Barrett and Restless Road 
"An Evening with James Taylor."
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
KANE BROWN ANNOUNCED AS FIRST CONCERT OF 2023
James Taylor, one of the legends of music, is coming to the Maine Savings Amphitheater on Tuesday, June 27 for a spectacular show, "An Evening with James Taylor."
James Taylor is an iconic artist and musician with six Grammy Awards. In 2000, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Tickets on sale NOW
https://msa.wfconcerts.com/062723
Santana to play Bangor Aug 2nd
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Get ready to rock out with Carlos Santana this summer! He brings his 1001 Rainbows Tour here to Maine Savings Amphitheater on Wednesday, August 2 ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES!
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Jelly Roll makes his debut in Bangor, ME at Maine Savings Amphitheater on Saturday, August 5 
Join us for the Backroad Baptism Tour with special guests Elle King, Struggle Jennings hosted by Josh Adam Meyers! ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES
Tickets go on sale NOW: https://msa.wfconcerts.com/080523
The Chicks World Tour
Jelly Roll To Play Bangor for the first time
Train to Stop in Bangor
ON SALE NOW
The Chicks are bringing their energetic World Tour to Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, ME on Sunday, August 13, with special guest Wild Rivers. Don't miss your chance to see them perform all their greatest hits in a beautiful outdoor setting. ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES
Get your tickets now before they sell out! https://msa.wfconcerts.com/081323
Train to Stop in Bangor
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
Train to Stop in Bangor
Live in Concert Friday, August 18 Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, ME
Tickets go on sale NOW!
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
NEW SHOW:: It’s High Time! Nickelback is heading out on the Get Rollin’ Tour with Brantley Gilbert and Josh Ross on Thursday, August 24th! Tickets on sale now! 
ALL A PART OF THE 2023 VARNEY INSURANCE CONCERT SERIES
Hank Williams Jr to Play in Bangor
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
NICKELBACK and Brantley Gilbert to play Bangor
NEW SHOW:: Waterfront Concerts is excited to be bringing Hank Williams Jr. back to Bangor, ME at Maine Savings Amphitheater on Friday, August 25 Alongside him is special guest Old Crow Medicine Show.