Yesterday Rolling Stone published the 27 best Republican excuses for skipping the Republican National Convention in Cleveland this year.

These individuals could be skipping the RNC because they have constituents that are anti-Trump, because they, themselves are not fans, or in some cases because they actually just cannot attend. Either way, some of the excuses are hilarious. The highlights include getting their hair done, mowing the lawn, watching dumpster fires, attending a clam bake and touring a library.

Today, let's listen to songs for our 9:30 Coffee Break that feature excuses.

Check out the lyrics - you might hear "I'd rather", "but", "because", etc.

Songs played

I'd Rather Be High - David Bowie
Money - The Drums
Wake Up Little Susie - The Everly Brothers
I Forgot To Remember To Forget - Elvis Presley
Promises, Promises - Naked Eyes
I'd Rather Dance With You - Kings of Convenience
Because - The Beatles

Do you deserve a Coffee Break? We at Oake & Riley think you do, and we want to bring coffee and treats from Gigi's Cafe to your workplace. In addition, we'll bring along local artist Chris Koza 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.

And if you'd like a song played just for you based on your life experience, request a song for Rx Radio.