Coffee Break: Rock Legends
by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala
July 07, 2025

Break out your favorite band t-shirt because on July 7, we’re going to rock! Monday is National Day of Rock ‘n’ Roll! It’s an unofficial holiday that celebrates the genre, from the artists who paved the way to those who seem larger than life.
Rock music takes many forms, so from punk to indie, and everything in between, let’s celebrate by rocking out with a legendary playlist!
So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from rock legends or pioneers would you like to hear?
Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.
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Songs Played
Tina Turner - The Acid Queen
David Bowie - Suffragette City
The Stooges - I Wanna Be Your Dog
The Suicide Commandos - Real Cool
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts - Bad Reputation
Queen - Stone Cold Crazy
Sister Rosetta Tharpe - That’s All
Bruce Springsteen - I’m Goin’ Down
The Clash - Complete Control
