Key Takeaways:
- Cleveland’s Star 102 (WDOK) has officially started its 24/7 Christmas music programming.
- This marks the 30th consecutive year the station has become the city’s go-to for holiday music.
- The festive launch happened during the “Jen and Tim Show” in the 7 a.m. hour.
- News 5’s Mike Holden joined the show to help kick off the holiday music marathon.
CLEVELAND — The festive season has officially kicked off in Cleveland as the familiar sound of sleigh bells and carols returns to the airwaves. Star 102 (WDOK) made its highly anticipated annual switch to 24/7 Christmas music, marking the unofficial start of the holidays for many listeners across the region.
A Cherished 30-Year Tradition
For three decades, Star 102 has solidified its reputation as “Cleveland’s ORIGINAL Christmas Station.” The switch from its regular adult contemporary format to non-stop holiday hits has become a cherished tradition, signaling that the countdown to Christmas is truly on. Each year, residents eagerly await the flip, which fills homes, cars, and workplaces with the sounds of the season.
This year is no different, as the station continues its legacy of spreading holiday cheer through a carefully curated playlist of classic carols and contemporary festive favorites.
The Big Moment Arrives
The official launch of the holly-jolly takeover took place during the popular “Jen and Tim Show.” In the 7 a.m. hour, hosts Jen and Tim welcomed a special guest to help them usher in the holiday season: News 5’s own Mike Holden. Together, they had the honor of flipping the switch, launching the marathon of merry music that will run through the holiday season.
The moment was a celebration of community and tradition, bringing together local media personalities to kickstart a season of joy for their shared audience.
How to Tune In
Listeners ready to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit can tune into Star 102 on their radios throughout Northeast Ohio. For those who can’t get to a radio or are outside the broadcast area, the festive soundtrack is also available for live streaming on the official Audacy website, ensuring no one has to miss out on the non-stop Christmas cheer.
As the station fills the airwaves with beloved holiday tunes, Cleveland once again has its official soundtrack for tree trimming, gift wrapping, and celebrating the most wonderful time of the year.
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