We learned during Music History today that it’s Sarah McLachlan’s birthday! During her 58 years on the planet, Sarah has made an incredible impact on the world of music.

McLachlan burst onto the scene after the release of her 1993 album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, and in the late 90s, launched the women-led music festival, Lilith Fair, after becoming frustrated by the lack of opportunities for women in the music industry.

The release of the new documentary, Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery, has brought the groundbreaking tour back into the limelight, and McLachlan capped off a stellar 2025 by releasing her new album, Better Broken. Let’s celebrate this musical icon by creating a playlist of artists who performed at Lilith Fair.   

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs by artists who performed at Lilith Fair would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Jewel- You Were Meant For Me
Luscious Jackson- Naked Eye (Live)
Tracy Chapman- Talkin' Bout a Revolution
K's Choice- Not An Addict (Live)
Indigo Girls, Jewel, and Sarah McLachlan- Water is Wide (Live)
Sixpence None The Richer- Kiss Me