Encourage B101 to play a wider variety of Christmas music
The Issue
Ever since I was a child, I have eagerly awaited the holiday season for one main reason: the Christmas music played on B101. It was the soundtrack to my most cherished memories, filling our home with joy and holiday spirit. However, over the last several years, I have noticed a disappointing trend. Year after year, the same songs dominate their playlist, leaving listeners like me longing for more variety. I am growing tired of constantly O Holy Night by Josh Groban. It's repetitive and annoying.
B101 has the opportunity to bring fresh, nostalgic, and beloved tunes to our airwaves. Imagine hearing "Deck The Halls" by Loretta Lynn, "O Come All Ye Faithful" by George Strait, or "Hark The Herald Angels Sing" by the Oak Ridge Boys mixed into the usual lineup. These beautiful renditions, along with others like "Silent Night" by Jim Reeves and "The First Noel" by Sergio Franchi, could rejuvenate the station's holiday programming and keep the spirit of Christmas alive for all. My Aunt and I love celebrating Christmas and we want more variety and less repetition.
Research shows that diversity in music not only enhances listener enjoyment but also keeps audiences engaged and tuned in longer. By introducing a wider range of Christmas music, B101 could appeal to a broader audience and honor listeners' diverse musical tastes and traditions.
We are not asking for the old favorites to be removed but simply for them to share airtime with other beloved Christmas classics. This change would not only support artists who have contributed incredible music to the season but also celebrate the rich tapestry of sounds that symbolize Christmas around the world.
Join me in encouraging B101 to embrace this opportunity for growth in their holiday lineup. Sign this petition today to ask them to bring more festive joy and variety into our homes and hearts. Let us remember what Christmas music on B101 used to be—a delightful assortment of melodies that could bring people of all ages and backgrounds together.
Don't you think Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley deserve better?
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The Issue
Ever since I was a child, I have eagerly awaited the holiday season for one main reason: the Christmas music played on B101. It was the soundtrack to my most cherished memories, filling our home with joy and holiday spirit. However, over the last several years, I have noticed a disappointing trend. Year after year, the same songs dominate their playlist, leaving listeners like me longing for more variety. I am growing tired of constantly O Holy Night by Josh Groban. It's repetitive and annoying.
B101 has the opportunity to bring fresh, nostalgic, and beloved tunes to our airwaves. Imagine hearing "Deck The Halls" by Loretta Lynn, "O Come All Ye Faithful" by George Strait, or "Hark The Herald Angels Sing" by the Oak Ridge Boys mixed into the usual lineup. These beautiful renditions, along with others like "Silent Night" by Jim Reeves and "The First Noel" by Sergio Franchi, could rejuvenate the station's holiday programming and keep the spirit of Christmas alive for all. My Aunt and I love celebrating Christmas and we want more variety and less repetition.
Research shows that diversity in music not only enhances listener enjoyment but also keeps audiences engaged and tuned in longer. By introducing a wider range of Christmas music, B101 could appeal to a broader audience and honor listeners' diverse musical tastes and traditions.
We are not asking for the old favorites to be removed but simply for them to share airtime with other beloved Christmas classics. This change would not only support artists who have contributed incredible music to the season but also celebrate the rich tapestry of sounds that symbolize Christmas around the world.
Join me in encouraging B101 to embrace this opportunity for growth in their holiday lineup. Sign this petition today to ask them to bring more festive joy and variety into our homes and hearts. Let us remember what Christmas music on B101 used to be—a delightful assortment of melodies that could bring people of all ages and backgrounds together.
Don't you think Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley deserve better?
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Petition created on August 22, 2026