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Big Boi Serenades Us With 'How the Grinch Told Christmas'

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:00:14 +0000

One of the best ways to celebrate the holiday season is by reading a few timeless Christmas stories. We mean the ones we read as kids and know by heart: 'The Night Before Christmas,' 'The Nutcracker' and, probably our favorite, Dr. Seuss's 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas.' Because there's nothing more festive than an ugly green guy having a change of heart and reluctantly getting into the festive spirit. Classic.

TOY GUNS FOR CHRISTMAS?

Todd Anderson — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:08:00 +0000

In light of the tragic event that took place last week in Newtown, CT and Christmas upon us…you would think there’d be more talk about GUN CONTROL relative to TOY GUNS and Retailers selling toy guns this Christmas! Have you heard of any retailers banning the sale of TOY GUNS this Christmas season…even out of [...]

TOMORROW — Santa Goes Underground on the Metro

Rob Banks — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 12:45:54 +0000

Santa will be taking a break from using his sleigh as it gets fixed and ready to go for next week…at least for tomorrow (December 19). It’s pretty cool that we will have him right in our backyard! He’s going to be heading underground TOMORROW on the Metro to visit kids. Here’s the schedule… “The Niagara [...]

California Millionaire Uses Billboard to Ask Santa for Latina Girlfriend

Wes Glinsmann — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 18:09:43 +0000

You’d think if you were a millionaire living in southern California, you wouldn’t have to resort to buying up billboard space in an attempt to get a girlfriend. Apparently, you’d be wrong. 62-year old Marc Paskin recently did just that, putting up a billboard along I-5 in San Diego saying “All I Want for Christmas [...]

Snoop Lion Takes on Santa in Epic Rap Battle

Emerald Catron — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 18:46:23 +0000

When Santa found out he was going up against Snoop Dogg, er, Snoop Lion in a rap battle, did he soil his red, velvety pants? Snoop Lion agreed to an 'Epic Rap Battle of History,' donned a robe, and played the part of Moses for this video.

Mariah Carey and The Roots Perform Christmas Classic [VIDEO]

DJ Supreme — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 02:18:44 +0000

Legendary songbird Mariah Carey arrived glamorously late for the backstage performance of her yuletide classic, “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” The jovial Jimmy Fallon, his musically gifted house band The Roots and a group of kids joined helped her create a funky, off-beat rendition of the X-mas jam by using toy instruments. Let [...]

DMX Sings the Holiday Classic 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer'

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:46:11 +0000

Christmas time is here! And what better way to spread holiday cheer than a Yuletide rap from DMX. Come on! Back when DMX first visited the Power 105 radio station he was introduced to the magic of Google. In return, the former Ruff Ryder artist shocks them (and us!) by knowing the words to the [...]

Wishlist for Kash [CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS]

Buffalo Staff — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:03:44 +0000

Seven-year-old Kash is an active little guy who would be thrilled to receive action figures and toy trucks or cars.

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Christmastime is supposed to be "the most wonderful time of the year," but for those Buffalo children with no permanent family, there is no Christmas cheer. As part of Christmas For Kids,

Wishlist for Lamont [CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS]

Buffalo Staff — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:03:43 +0000

Lamont, 12, is a thoughtful pre-teen who would love PS3 video games and any kind of sports equipment.

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Christmastime is supposed to be "the most wonderful time of the year," but for those Buffalo children with no permanent family, there is no Christmas cheer. As part of Christmas For Kids,

Help Make a Holiday Wish Come True — Donate a Toy to Christmas For Kids!

Buffalo Staff — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:02:52 +0000

UPDATE: Thanks to all of your generous donations, we have fulfilled these children's wishlists. THANK YOU EVERYONE!

Christmastime is supposed to be "the most wonderful time of the year," but for those Buffalo children with no permanent family, there is no Christmas cheer. But The People's Station, 93.7 WBLK, is doing something positive to help.

Mariah Carey + Cee Lo Green Confirmed for 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' Performances

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:20:23 +0000

It’s beginning to look and sound a lot like Christmas! The 15th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center event will feature two reality show judges, but we doubt they’ll be putting up their dukes and battling, since holiday cheer and spirit will be in the air. ‘American Idol‘ panelist Mariah Carey and ‘The Voice‘ coach Cee [...]

Black Friday 2012 Business Hours in Buffalo

Buffalo Staff — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 14:00:37 +0000

Even though the weather may be cold, herds of people stay outside waiting in lines for the hottest shopping day of the year to get the best deals and kickstart their holiday shopping. Black Friday 2012 begins sharply at midnight on November 23. Here is some information about business hours on Black Friday at local malls [...]

"Christmas Rappin" by Kurtis Blow is Today's #ThrowbackSunday

DJ Ed-Nice — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 23:00:38 +0000

For those craving the true origins of Buffalo's Biggest Jams, you can tune in right here Every Sunday from 6pm to 9pm to catch DJ Ed-Nice and DJ Stoney with Throwback Sunday.

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Happy Holidays from #TeamWBLK

DJ Ed-Nice — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 19:00:57 +0000

On behalf of all of us here at WBLK; we’d like to wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa or whatever else it is do or don’t celebrate! We appreciate you so much that DJ Supreme, Lady K, DJ Heat, Adri-V, & DJ Bandana Black took a few minutes out of their [...]

Melanie Amaro Wows With Performance of 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' on 'X Factor' Finale

Kat Lee — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:12:02 +0000

If we could hear Melanie Amaro sing ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ like she did tonight, we’d never want the holiday season to end! She paid homage to Ms. Mariah Carey on tonight’s ‘X Factor‘ finale and we think Carey would have been proud of this diva-in-the-making! Nicole Scherzinger noticed it as well saying, “You are a princess goddess warrior.” Run and tell that, Nicole!

Store Hours For Last Minute Holiday Shopping

Staff — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:00:21 +0000

We’re down to days and hours before Christmas and those of you who have waiting until now to start your shopping may find some of the best deals of the season. The downside is that the stock is getting pretty well picked over so don’t wait any longer. Here are the store/mall hours leading up [...]

50 Cent Gives Santa Claus a Boost in Street King Commercial

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:28:36 +0000

It’s the most busiest time of the year for Santa Claus and he’s hard at work making sure all the kids will get their presents on time. But even old St. Nick can get a sluggish during the day.

Enter 50 Cent. In his new animated commercial for his energy drink Street King, the rapper finds an exhausted Santa taking a rest on a city bench.

93.7 WBLK 5th Annual Christmas for kids Event!

Kole Porter — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:18:44 +0000

It’s a time for giving back! A heartfelt love filled promotion designed to fulfill the wishes of adoptable and foster care children. Each year 93.7 WBLK teams up with our promotional partner, the Child & Family Services of Buffalo NY, who supplied the first names and Christmas toy wishes of up to 15 local children who may not receive anything on Dec 25th. WBLK asked it’s listeners to donate a gift, (or complete the child's wish), using the list provided by Child & Family Services.

5 Things Not To Do At A Company Christmas Party

DJ Supreme — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:53:28 +0000

With the holidays right around the corner a lot of company Christmas Party’s are going on all around the nation. Parties are a time to let loose and have a good time but you have to draw the line between good time and the “professional” atmosphere most of us work in. Take this list [...]

10 Must-See Amateur Covers of Mariah Carey's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' [VIDEOS]

Shauna Wright — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:30:40 +0000

The vote may still be out, but we’re gonna go ahead and call it: ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ is officially 2011′s most popular (and, depending on who you ask, overplayed) holiday song.

The Mariah Carey hit from 17 years ago is suddenly everywhere, no doubt bolstered by the remake the pop diva recently did with tween-sensation Justin Bieber. But even regular people are getting in on the act, filming themselves singing, lip-syncing, or dancing to the tune. From kids to soldiers, here are 10 of our favorite ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ covers below.