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Acadiana Animal Aid, a local animal welfare organization in Lafayette, Louisiana has initiated a wholesome volunteer program aimed at enhancing the lives of shelter pets."Music & Mutts," brings the soothing power of music and the companionship of shelter dogs together to create a calming and enjoyable experience.

Musician Justin Champagne of New Iberia has been racking up 10s of millions of streams with his music and now, he's announced he taking it to another level in a big way.

The locals will be the first to tell you, some of the best places to hang out for a drink and great conversation with friends is at Acadiana's most popular dive bars.

She felt that God was calling her and she needed to "only create music for the Glory of God".

If you hit YouTube and social media, it's easy to find the studio version of "Tee Nah Nah" but if you're looking for a live video performance of the song, it's not so easy to find.

Some of Acadiana's most powerful female vocalists take the stage to benefit the Blue Monday Mission tonight in downtown Lafayette.

Brantley Gilbert is looking for three acts to join him on his upcoming "Kick It In The Ship" cruise. If you're a local artist, here's your chance at a great opportunity!

Local music legend TK Hulin was all set to have heart surgery back in May, but due to several complications, the procedure was postponed multiple times.

Here's the latest information from his son Jamie Hulin...

The nominees for the 61st Annual Grammy Awards have been announced, and once again there are some familiar names on the list. Three Acadiana musicians have earned Grammy nominations.

On the Ross Report, Carol Ross visits with Shinn's good friend and fellow swamp pop legend T.K. Hulin. They remember G.G. and reminisce with fellow music artists and listeners in a special show you have to listen to.

Acadiana's Dustin Sonnier is back with a fantastic new song "Drinkin' Along". You can hear it right here on 97.3 The Dawg. He's just released a lyric video for the song so you can learn all the words and sing em loud and proud the next time you see him live!

I didn't know what to expect when he started the video, but I am liking his take on this classic!

"Hot Boudin" by locals Cypress City was released back in 2005, and I guess I was living under a rock, because I just heard this today. If you've never heard it, get ready to smile hard hard. If you've already heard it, you probably want to hear it again.

The 2018 Grammy Award nominees have just been announced, and here are our local nominees!

The entries have been narrowed down to six fantastic local musicians competing for their shot at becoming the winner of 97.3 The Dawg's Acadiana Risers Competition. Now it's your turn to help us, and cast your vote for who you think should win it!

You know, you really do learn something new everyday. St. Martinville native and musician T.K. Hulin was once in a band with world famous blues legend Edgar Winter!

Our good buddy Sammy Kershaw has now done something he's never done throughout his entire, amazing career; he's released a blues album! Sammy says this project has been in the works for quite some time, and he's so excited to finally get the chance to make it happen.

Mr. Freddie Pate was kind enough to stop by and sing his amazing new song "All Watered Down" for us. We rolled video on it so you can enjoy it as well.

Hopefully, the odds will stay in their favor, as Louisiana has run away with this award ever since it's been around.