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9:30 Coffee Break: Incredible backup singers

by Anna Reed

February 10, 2016

Twenty Feet From Stardom Backup Singers
Jo Lawry, Judith Hill and Lisa Fischer
Radius/TWC, via NPR

In the last few years we've started to see some love for a segment of the music scene that often goes unrecognized – backup singers.

Perhaps you've seen the Oscar-winning documentary "Twenty Feet from Stardom", you've followed the rise of Judith Hill or you've enjoyed the sweet sounds of songs that feature background singers without even realizing what makes the songs sound so good.

For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, let's listen to songs that feature incredible backup singers.

Songs played


The Rolling Stones - Gimme Shelter
David Bowie - Young Americans
Fitz and the Tantrums - 6am
Paul Simon - Diamonds on the Soles of her Shoes
Neko Case - Favorite
Arcade Fire - Reflektor

Do you deserve a Coffee Break? We at The Current's Morning Show think you do, and we want to bring coffee and treats from Peace Coffee and Glam Doll Donuts to your workplace. In addition, we'll bring along local artist Eric Mayson to perform a couple of songs for you and your coworkers. Let us know why you'd like a Coffee Break - or request your own idea for a future topic.