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March JAMZ MVP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:10:34 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in our MVP program! $100 Outback Steakhouse gift card - Clint Williams $100 Applebee’s Restaurant gift card - Allan Lusty $100 Petco Gift Card - Tom McMahon iPad 3 - John Sensney GoPro Headcam - Corey Binfet LG 42″ HDTV - Jerry Rankin [button href="http://107jamz.com/107-jamz-mvp-contets-winners/" title="CLICK HERE TO SEE [...]

The Harlem Shake Hits Miami! [VIDEO]

Magic Mike — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:30:43 +0000

By now, most people have seen quite a few Harlem Shake videos. McNeese has posted one, along with several local businesses. So, it was only a matter of time before it hit the world of professional athletes. Well, thanks to LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, and the rest of the Miami Heat, we now have an [...]

Zydeco Leaves the Living Room and Goes International — Zydeco Storytellers, Episode 5 [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:42:31 +0000

Before Zydeco artists were getting feet moving in clubs worldwide, it was largely an in-home phenomenon. For a young Chubby Carrier, it was nothing for his family to empty a room and turn it into a dance floor. But artists like Chubby weren’t content to see Zydeco happen in the corner of a living room. [...]

What Do Accordions and Snap Beans Have in Common? — Zydeco Storytellers, Episode 4 [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 14:06:47 +0000

The word “Zydeco” only goes back 50 years or so, but the roots of the music are ancient. How can one style of music have roots in Germany, France, Italy, the Caribbean and America all at the same time? Chubby Carrier explains. Zydeco’s like any other art form — it didn’t just pop out of [...]

What's It Like to Win a Grammy? — Zydeco Storytellers, Episode 3 [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:08:04 +0000

For Chubby Carrier, winning a Grammy Award was the culmination of a life-long dream — not only for himself, but for the generations of musicians that preceded him. But it was bittersweet, because his Grammy win also came the same year his parents passed away. Chubby Carrier and The Bayou Swamp Band were the last [...]

The Offshore Lounge in Lawtell Was a Zydeco Breeding Ground — Zydeco Storytellers, Episode 2 [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:59:46 +0000

Could you imagine just walking into a club and jamming with your Zydeco heroes? Well, for Grammy-winner Chubby Carrier, it was just another Thursday night. His father’s legendary club, the Offshore Lounge, was basically Ground Zero of today’s Zydeco explosion. Chubby talks about his relationship with his father, the late Roy Carrier, and of the [...]

The Best of 2012 — Our Most Viewed Stories of the Year

Scott Lewis — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 14:06:00 +0000

There’s no doubt about it — 2012 was the year of ‘American Idol’ contestant Joshua Ledet. While he didn’t take home the grand prize, Josh inspired all of us, uniting an entire community behind him. But that wasn’t all that happened in 2012 — here’s the Top 15 stories of the year: 15. Joshua Ledet [...]

Listen Tuesday For The Cashing Out Secret Jamz [Photo]

Erik Tee — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:42 +0000

On Tuesday you will have another chance to hear the Cashing Out Secret Jamz Of The Day. Make sure you keep track of all of the songs from the entire week and be prepared to call them in for your time to call and identify the jamz for a chance to win $250.00 Make sure [...]

Win $250 On Friday For Knowing The Cashing Out Secret Jamz Of The Day [Pictures]

Erik Tee — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:58 +0000

Tomorrow is your chance to win $250.00, so hopefully you have been keeping up with the 4 jamz of the week. Make sure you are tuned in for the time below to see what time you can call in to win that money! Friday is The Day and if you know your music you can [...]

Sam Houston Wins the First Lake Area School Spirit Contest

Scott Lewis — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 14:00:50 +0000

With 160,601 votes cast, it’s fair to say that the first Lake Area School Spirit Contest was a success. While it was awesome to see so many votes go to support our students, our hats are off to the winners — Sam Houston High in Moss Bluff, who collared 47 percent of the vote, beating out seven other schools.

Joshua Ledet Gets First CD Release — An 'American Idol' Highlight Disc

Scott Lewis — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 22:39:26 +0000

While it's been pretty quiet on the Joshua Ledet front since the "American Idol" finale, we know Josh himself has been pretty busy. The show's big summer tour started this weekend, and to promote it, each of the top finalists has their own CD out with highlights from the show, available only at Walmart nationwide. In fact, Josh is actually featured on three CDs.

The Joshua Ledet Source — Everything a Fan Would Want to Know About Our American Idol

Scott Lewis — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:00:07 +0000

During the first half of 2012, the son of a preacher from Westlake, La., took us all to church every week on FOX's "American Idol," bringing soul, heart and an amazing talent to TV screens across the nation. In the process, he earned some of the best reviews of any competitor on 'Idol' in ages. He didn't take home the crown, but as it turns out, he didn't need it. With a voice like Joshua Ledet's, all you need is a stage.

The Joshua Ledet 'American Idol' Homecoming Interviews — May 12, 2012 [VIDEOS]

Scott Lewis — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:16:25 +0000

For the space of a week, the Lake Area was taken over by Joshua Ledet fever. On Saturday, May 12, Josh was in the Top 3 on American Idol, and was entitled to a homecoming concert in his hometown of Westlake. That morning, Gina Cook and Gary Shannon were lucky enough to get to interview Josh about his time on Idol and his plans for the future. It's a great look inside one of the entertainment industry's most compelling contest!

Introducing the $10,000 Winner of Our May Cash Contest!

Townsquare Media — Sat, 02 Jun 2012 20:33:33 +0000

On the edge of your seat, waiting to see if you’re the winner of our $10,000 cash contest? Well, wait no more – we have a winner! Read on to see who it who won the grand prize. Huge congrats to Elaine Davis from Marlo, OK! Elaine is a loyal KLAW listener and VIP Club member. [...]

Are You Snoop Doggs Biggest Fan ? [NSFW Video]

Erik Tee — Tue, 29 May 2012 15:30:53 +0000

The legend of G- Funk Snoop Dogg is coming to Ford Park on Sunday June 3rd and we’ve got your tickets all this weekend, but there is more as well! The time is this week and the winner will be chosen on this Thursday, make sure you get your submissions in before deadline!We are looking [...]

How Does Joshua Ledet's Family Fit into 'American Idol'? And Are There any Other Singers in the Family? [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:18:54 +0000

They say that 'no man is an island,' and if you meet the family of 'American Idol' contestant Joshua Ledet, you'll realize that he's got a whole continent to himself. Josh is one of eight brothers and sisters, so this question comes up quite often -- can they all sing, too?

It Was A Pleasure Meeting Joshua Ledet This Past Weekend!

Erik Tee — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:05:15 +0000

I can tell you that this weekend was a blast as I was honored and proud to be a part of the welcoming committee for Joshua Ledet!

Joshua came through the station this past Saturday, and we were all over the events that took place later on that day. Our Midday Diva Gina Cook and Gary Shannon from our sister station, 92.9 The Lake really did a great job with the interview.

Joshua Ledet Explains a Day in the Life of 'American Idol' and Shares His Regrets [VIDEO]

Scott Lewis — Sat, 12 May 2012 15:51:06 +0000

It goes without saying that American Idol contestant Joshua Ledet’s days are pretty busy right now. But is there such a thing as a typical day for him? During our exclusive half-hour interview with the Westlake, La., native, we asked Josh to walk us through a “day in the life,” so to speak, of an [...]

'American Idol's' Joshua Ledet Comes Home To a Press Conference [VIDEOS]

Scott Lewis — Sat, 12 May 2012 02:04:55 +0000

This afternoon, “American Idol’s” Joshua Ledet received the welcome of a returning king. Once upon a time, he was just a 19-year-old kid from Westlake. Now, he’s the kind of guy that gets off a flight to a gaggle of local paparazzi. Well, Josh, what do you have to say for yourself? Josh is a [...]

Joshua Ledet Live in Our Studio Saturday Morning and at Burton Coliseum That Afternoon If He Survives This Week!

Scott Lewis — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:38:59 +0000

He’s hit the big time, baby, and he’s bringing it all back home if he makes it through one more week. "American Idol" favorite Joshua Ledet will be live in our studios this Saturday, May 12 during the 8 a.m. hour and there will then be a parade in his honor and a live concert at Burton Colliseum that same afternoon, but only if you get him through one more round.