Back in the summer we took a look at the most successful number 1’s over the past 6 years. But as it is coming towards the end of 2016, tonight’s playlist reminisced the tracks which hit the top of the charts this year.
Love Yourself – Justin Bieber
Kicking off the year as the first number 1 in January, Love Yourself stayed there for three weeks.
Stitches – Shawn Mendes
Shawn Mendes’ first number 1 song graced the charts at the end of January for 2 weeks.
Pillow Talk – Zayn
Zayn’s debut single as a solo artist after leaving One Direction got to number one but only stayed there for 1 week.
7 Years – Lukas Graham
7 Years makes it as joint 2nd in the most longest lasting number 1 single for 2016, holding on for 5 weeks.
I Took A Pill In Ibiza – Mike Posner
Mike Posner’s comeback track beat his two previous singles to be his first number 1 and was there for 4 weeks.
One Dance – Drake ft Wizkid & Kyla
Not only did this track serve as the longest lasting number 1 of 2016, being there for 15 weeks, but it is also the longest-lasting number 1 of the century!
Cold Water – Major Lazor ft Justin Bieber & MO
This popular collaboration joins Lukas Graham in being joint 2nd most longest lasting song of 2016 as it was also number 1 for 5 weeks.
Closer – The Chainsmokers ft Halsey
Being the debut number 1 for The Chainsmokers, Closer features the vocals of Halsey and stayed at the top spot for 4 weeks back in September.
Say You Won’t Let Go – James Arthur
After having a few troubles in his life James Arthur returned to the music industry with Say You Won’t Let Go which got to number 1 3 weeks in a row.
Shout Out To My Ex – Little Mix
The lead single from their also number 1 album Glory Days, Shout Out To My Ex kept the X Factor baton going from James Arthur and matched his efforts staying at number 1 for 3 weeks.
Rockabye – Clean Bandit
Bringing us up to the present day, Clean Bandit have been number 1 for 3 weeks so far, how long can they stay there for until they are knocked off?
The Phoenix FM Club Guide
Date: 2nd December 2016
Time: 10pm – 3.30am
Event: Friday’s at Sugar Hut
Location: Sugar Hut, Brentwood
Details: Celebrity DJ Michael Andre is in the main room alongside resident DJ Nimblefingerz.
Admission entry: £5 until midnight, £10 after
Website: https://sugarhutbrentwood.com
Date: 2nd December 2016
Time: Open until 1am
Event: Clubbing Night
Location: The Gardeners Arms
Details: For over 25’s, DJ’s playing Funk, Soul, RnB and Dance Anthems.
Admission entry:
Website: www.gardeners-brentwood.co.uk
Date: 2nd December 2016
Time: Open until 3am
Event: Socialite Essex
Location: Kosho, Romford
Details: Resident DJ’s playing the best in House, RnB and Club Classics.
Admission entry: Free before 11pm
Website: www.koshobar.co.uk
Date: 2nd December 2016
Time: Open until 4am
Event: Missoula Friday’s
Location: Missoula, Chelmsford
Details: With resident DJ Ollie Weeks.
Admission entry:
Website: www.missoulachelmsford.co.uk
Date: 3rd December 2016
Time: 5.30pm – 9.45pm
Event: Ladies Night
Location: Fiction, Romford
Details: Ladies, it’s that time of year where you get to treat yourselves, so Fiction has arranged a night of entertainment and laughter including strippers, topless waiters, free cloak room and free entry to the after party.
Admission entry: Tickets £15
Website: www.fictionclub.co.uk/romford
Date: 3rd December 2016
Time: Open until 3am
Event: Missoula Saturday’s
Location: Missoula, Romford
Details: With Brightly on the decks with the best tunes
Admission entry: Free before 10pm
Website: www.missoulabars.co.uk/missoularomford
Date: 3rd December 2016
Time: Open until 3.30am
Event: Winter Wonderland
Location: CTZN, Chelmsford
Details: Your chance to win some prizes from Social Circles’ Christmas Grotto, including Ugg Boots, Trainers, CD’s, Sweets and more!
Admission entry:
Website: www.twitter.com/ctznbar
Date: 3rd December 2016
Time: Open until 3am
Event: Santa-Days
Location: Bar & Beyond Chelmsford
Details: Resident DJ One-Two plays the best in all things Chart, R&B, Club Classics and all the bangers in between.
Admission entry: Free until 11pm, £5 after
Website: www.barandbeyond.co.uk/chelmsford
Date: 4th December 2016
Time: From 8pm til late
Event: Drop the Mic
Location: Yates, Romford
Details: Lip Sync vs Karaoke
Admission entry:
Website: www.weareyates.co.uk/romford
