KYKZ

Broadcasting at 96.1 FM under the brand "Kicks 96," this country-formatted station serves Southwestern Louisiana and is licensed to Lake Charles. It is owned and operated by Cumulus Media, one of the largest commercial radio groups in the United States. Studios are situated in downtown Lake Charles on Broad Street, while the transmission facility is located in Sulphur, Louisiana. Programming centers on contemporary and mainstream country music, supplemented by contests, promotional events, and country music news. The station's lineup reflects the broader Cumulus portfolio, featuring syndicated content alongside locally produced programming. Country music news coverage on the station's platform includes chart updates, artist profiles, and tour announcements relevant to fans of the genre in the Gulf Coast region.