2016: What. A. Year.
We can aptly apply that sentiment to the past 12 months on Fresh 102.7. We published a ton of stories this year: covering breaking news stories, viral trends and juicy gossip, great interviews and performances, and our own brand of engaging content. We thought it would be nice to revisit the various stories you clicked on the most over the past year.
Fresh Holiday Jam 2016 Recap | Photos, Videos & More!
James Bay performs during Fresh 102.7’s Fresh Holiday Jam at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City on December 7, 2016 (Photo: E.J. Judge / CBS Digital)
Fresh 102.7 ended 2016 on a high note with Fresh Holiday Jam. Train, James Bay, and O.A.R. at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom on December 7th.
Fresh Fall Fest 2016: Featuring OneRepublic at NYC’s Beacon Theatre
OneRepublic perform during Fresh 102.7’s Fresh Fall Fest at the Beacon Theatre in New York City on October 13; 2016 (Photo: E.J. Judge / CBS Digital)
Fresh 102.7 brought the 4th annual Fresh Fall Fest to NYC’s iconic Beacon Theater on October 13, 2016 starring one of the biggest bands in the world, OneRepublic, back with brand new music with the release of their latest album Oh My My!
Also performing that night — Phillip Phillips, Mike Posner and James TW!
Fresh In The Park 2016 | Lukas Graham, NEEDTOBREATHE + Stanaj
Lukas Graham performs live at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island on Saturday, July 23rd, 2016. (photo: Joe Cingrana / WNEW)
Fresh 102.7 really puts on a show and we start you off every Summer with our FREE Fresh in the Park concert at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, LI; this year falling on Saturday, July 23rd with Lukas Graham, NEEDTOBREATHE and Stanaj.
Sia Releases ‘The Greatest’ with Kendrick Lamar
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Sia surprised fans when she dropped “The Greatest” and the catchy pop track includes a verse from Kendrick Lamar as well as an accompanying video that stars dancer Maddie Ziegler.
Up Close And Personal With Sting
Sting performs in the Adorama Live Theater at CBS Radio on the Stubhub Stage – September 27, 2016. (Photo: Joe Cingrana/WNEW)
A few lucky fans got Up Close and Personal with Sting during an acoustic performance and interview on our StubHub Stage.
Watch the replay of our Facebook LIVE interview with Christine Richie and Sting here.
Ryan Tedder’s Hair Will Breathe Life Into Your Existence
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We all know Ryan Tedder is a talented songwriter and musician. We’ve heard the numerous hits he’s conceived as part of OneRepublic and the countless others he’s written for Beyonce, Kelly Clarkson, and Maroon 5, to name (literally) just a few.
Now, we’re wildly speculating here, but could Ryan Tedder’s power of song be derived from his glorious head of hair, a la Samson? Probably not, because that would be foolish, but we don’t want to take any chances. Instead, let us bask at the wondrous sight known as Ryan Tedder’s hair. Long or short, it calls out to you: “Run your fingers through me and BE HAPPY!”
Look at his hair. JUST LOOK AT IT.
[Interview] Fetty Wap Almost Didn’t Make it on Gwen Stefani’s Album
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Sitting down with Gwen Stefani can be compared to hanging around someone with the flu— she is INFECTIOUSLY happy, and we couldn’t help but smile with her! With the past year becoming one of her toughest to date, the “Make Me Like You” singer has exceeded expectations, and truly put in work with her latest album, This Is What The Truth Feels Like, which now sits at number one on the Billboard Top 200.
When Fresh 102.7’s Carson and Cane were given a chance to chat with the singer, Karen Carson asked Gwen about her process of writing the album – which really only took a few months – and she says it was easy to let it all flow.
#OnTheList with Xtine: 2016 Fresh in the Park Pregame Playlist featuring Lukas Graham & More
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#OnTheList with Xtine is a weekly feature from Fresh 102.7’s Christine Richie that will be highlighting all things music and more, from her favorite emerging artists, top female vocalists, and more!
Her pregame playlist for Fresh in the Park should not be missed. Check it out here.
#OnTheList with Xtine: 7 Musicians Who Don’t Suck at Acting
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Another can’t miss list from Xtine, these actors don’t stink it up when they step out of their realm of music and onto the little or big screen. See who made the list here.
Spud’s Sexy Tinder Messages: ‘Nudes Are Lit’
Spudlife! (Photo: Fresh 102.7)
Dating can be the worst, but calling out the creeps can be cathartic. And hilarious.
