Classic Hits 102.7 WVEK

12/09/2025

🛒 SELF-CHECKOUT SURPRISE:
A new study shows wealthier shoppers are the most likely to steal at self-checkout. Yep — folks making over $100k admitted to skipping the scanner more than anyone else.

Millennials, men, and parents with young kids also topped the list.

Would you trust the person in front of you with the avocados? 🤔

Classic Hits 102.7

12/08/2025

Don’t miss the New Year’s Eve celebration Midnight Under the Big Top at the Johnson City Holiday Inn! Ring in 2026 with a DJ, selfie booth, and Big top excitement with magic and an acrobat! Get tickets for singles, couples or groups!

Grab your tickets at in the hotel lobby or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/midnight-under-the-big-top-holiday-inn-johnson-city-nye-party-tickets-1926160039529?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

12/08/2025

🤘🎤 New music vibes! Aerosmith has teamed up with Yungblud and Lainey Wilson for a fresh track called “Wild Woman” — and it absolutely delivers. Gritty rock, bold vocals, and a whole lot of attitude.

Hear it now 👇

The country music star lends her voice.

12/08/2025

MUSIC NEWS MONDAY — CLASSIC HITS 102.7

Here’s what’s making headlines in classic rock this week:

Ozzy Osbourne Honored Posthumously
Birmingham has awarded Ozzy Osbourne its Lord Mayor’s Award for “outstanding achievement and exceptional service” to the city and its people.

Beatles Biopic Series Acquired by BBC
BBC has picked up Hamburg Days, a new biopic series covering the Beatles’ early years in Hamburg. It will air on BBC One and stream on BBC iPlayer.

Elton John’s Holiday Classic Hits Platinum
“Step Into Christmas” is now officially RIAA Platinum, surpassing one million units in the U.S.

Aerosmith Makes Billboard History
Aerosmith has earned a Billboard 200 Top 10 album in six straight decades, marking a rare milestone in rock history.

Radiohead Breaks O2 Attendance Record
Radiohead has set a new O2 Arena attendance record in London, surpassing Metallica’s previous all-time high.

Classic Rock Year-in-Review Highlights Released
Classic Rock Magazine’s 2025 retrospective spotlights major moments including Black Sabbath’s “Back to the Beginning,” tributes to Ozzy, and Lzzy Hale’s standout role at his farewell event.

12/08/2025

If you want to go see Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, then leave us a COMMENT with some Christmas emojis for your chance to win a pair of tickets!!

12/07/2025

🙏🎸 Sad news for music lovers: Soul-music legend Steve Cropper has passed away. His riffs helped define generations — he wasn’t just a guitar hero, he was part of the soundtrack of our lives.

Take a moment to honor and remember him here 👇

Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist who shaped soul music at Stax Records, has died at 84, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable hits and collaborations with iconic artists.

12/06/2025

What an honor to partner with Speedway Children’s Charities! Go visit the Food City Speedway In Lights and help make next year even bigger!

12/06/2025

🎤⚡ Rock alert! Guns N’ Roses just dropped their new track “Nothin’ Listen” — and it’s everything you expect from a GNR comeback: attitude, grit, and those iconic riffs.
Crank it loud and check it out 👇

You can expect to hear these songs on the band's 2026 tour.

12/06/2025

🎧 Did you know 1 in 4 Americans pretty much always have music on?
Honestly… mood. 😌🔥

And whether you’re team vinyl, CD, cassette, aux cord, or yelling at your smart speaker, we’ve got the soundtrack ready.

What’s the song you’ve had on repeat this week? 👇🎶
— Classic Hits 102.7

12/05/2025

Judas Priest Announces 2026 “Faithkeepers” Tour
Heavy-metal legends Judas Priest have just unveiled their 2026 “Faithkeepers” tour, with a European run set for July and August.
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If you’re a metal fan — or know someone who is — now’s the time to start checking concert calendars: the Metal Gods are still on the move.

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The tireless heavy metal legends are keeping the pedal to the floor.

12/05/2025

⭐ THE WEEKEND SET LIST • DEC 5–7

The Tri-Cities is in full Christmas mode — parades, concerts, crafts, festivals, lights, and even a progressive dinner. Here’s everything happening across the region this weekend! 🎄✨

🎅 PARADES & TREE LIGHTINGS

• Jonesborough Senior Center Tree Lighting – Fri @ 6 PM | 307 E Main St
• Johnson City Christmas Parade – Sat @ 10:30 AM | Starts at ETSU → Main St
• Kingsport Christmas Parade – Sat @ 6 PM | Downtown Kingsport
• Abingdon Christmas Parade – Sat @ 5:30 PM | Main St, Abingdon
• Greeneville Christmas Parade – Sun @ 2 PM | Main Street → GHS

🎄 HOLIDAY MARKETS, FESTIVALS & CRAFTS

• Kingsport Farmers Market Christmas Craft Show – Sat, 6 AM–2 PM | 308 Clinchfield St
• Christmas Festival & Market – Butler – Sat, 10 AM–6 PM | Little Milligan Community Center
• Breakfast with Santa – Abingdon – Sat, 8:30 AM–1 PM | SWVA Cultural Center
• Natural Tunnel Christmas Night Lightings – Fri & Sat, 6–10 PM | Natural Tunnel SP
• Olaf & Gingerbread Santa Mailbox Display – All Weekend | Local holiday display (image provided)

🎶 CONCERTS, MUSIC & LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

• ETSU Holiday Concert – Fri @ 7:30 PM + Sat @ 4 PM & 7:30 PM | Martin Center, JC
• SOFT LANDING Monthly Variety Show – JC – Sat, Doors 7 PM / Show 7:30 PM | 248 E Main St
• "White Christmas" at Paramount Bristol – Fri–Sun | Paramount Bristol
• Farm Flood Relief Music Night – Sat @ 7 PM | Paramount Bristol
• Lauren Cole Band at The Reserve (Kingsport) – Sat, 9 PM–12 AM

🐾 FAMILY FUN & COMMUNITY EVENTS

• Doggone Christmas – Jonesborough – Sat, 11 AM–3 PM | Downtown Jonesborough
• Tipton-Haynes “Visions of Christmas” (Historical Experience) – Weekend event | Johnson City
• Progressive Dinner – Heritage Alliance – Sat @ 4 PM & 5:10 PM | Oak Hill School, Jonesborough

🎁 SPECIAL EXPERIENCES

• Natural Tunnel State Park Themed Nights (December Schedule)
– Dec 5: Decorate-a-Cookie Night
– Dec 6: Kids Craft Night
– Dec 7: Weekend carries into next themed dates later in month

If you’ve got an event we should add to next week’s Set List, send it to us! 📩
We love spotlighting everything happening across the Tri-Cities and Mountain Empire.

12/05/2025

Acrobats, magic, and a DJ! Oh MY! Score your tickets now for Midnight Under The Big Top Johnson City Holiday Inn!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/midnight-under-the-big-top-holiday-inn-johnson-city-nye-party-tickets-1926160039529?aff=ebdssbdestsearch