WAIX

WAIX (1160 AM) is a radio station broadcasting an Adult Hits format. It's branded as Mix 106.1, which corresponds to the station's FM translator frequency. Unlike some Adult Hits stations, Mix 106.1 plays no new material; the playlist has a heavy emphasis on the 1980s and 1990s, with some 2000s music included also. Licensed to Mechanicville, New York, USA, the station serves the Albany area. The station is currently owned by Empire Broadcasting Corporation and features programming from ABC Radio.

History

WMVI signed on the air in 1973, at 1170 kHz with 250 watts, daytime only operation. It was originally owned by John Farrina and had a middle-of-the-road (MOR) format, focusing on standards and big bands. Early disc jockeys included Don Kirby, John Butler, and Rene' Tetro. WMVI had a race wire installed and broadcast thoroughbred and harness racing results three times per hour from 1PM until sign off, a unique feature in the Albany region. This helped the station gain an audience above what would normally be expected for a small radio station competing directly with larger Albany stations.