Ed Sheeran’s Empire State Of Mind

• iHeartMedia proudly presents the iHeartRadio Holiday Pop-Up Party With Ed Sheeran, an intimate live event on Wednesday, Dec. 8 featuring a five-song performance and exclusive interview, hosted by Z100/New York morning icon Elvis Duran and afternoon duo Maxwell & Crystal at the world-famous Empire State Building.

In addition to songs from his recently released album and other fan favorites, Ed Sheeran will perform “Merry Christmas,” his new holiday song with Elton John, coupled with a special music-to-light show to premiere simultaneously atop the iconic building’s tower at 8pm. “I’m thrilled to participate in this annual holiday tradition with Elton’s and my new song ‘Merry Christmas,'” said Sheeran. “I’m looking forward to celebrating the start of this holiday season from atop the Empire State Building, wishing a happy Christmas to everyone in New York City and around the world.”

Fans in New York can listen to the event on Z100, WLTW (106.7 Lite FM) and WKTU (also available on the iHeartRadio app), while they watch the festive light display. They can also listen to win tickets to this very intimate show, which will also exclusively stream on The CW App and CWTV.com. The iHeartRadio Holiday Pop-Up Party With Ed Sheeran special will also be rebroadcast on iHeartMedia’s Top 40 and Hot AC radio stations on Monday, Dec. 20 at 9pm ET/6pm PT.

Viewers outside of the New York City area can watch the show live via Earthcam, and a video of the show will be posted on the Empire State Building’s YouTube channel immediately following its debut on Dec. 20.

“Holidays in New York are always very special, but this year, even more so,” Tom Poleman, iHeartMedia Chief Programming Officer & President. “Ed and Elton’s new song is destined to become a Christmas classic. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season than partnering with Ed Sheeran, Empire State Building and The CW for a one-of-a-kind holiday pop up concert.”