The Current is assembling a list of the 893 Essential Voices in popular music, and we want to hear from you!

Voting is open until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday,. April 19th, so be sure to vote for your favorite singers, MCs, and vocalists before the deadline. All of the votes will be compiled and counted down during Minnesota Public Radio’s Spring Member Drive starting on Monday, May 4.

As you start thinking of your favorite voices in music, let’s start the brainstorm in today’s Coffee Break!

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what artists that you consider essential would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

Have an idea for a Coffee Break topic? Submit your idea for a future theme and browse past Coffee Breaks in our archive.

Songs Played

Peal Jam- State of Love and Trust
Kendrick Lamar- Alright
Patsy Cline- Walkin' After Midnight
R.E.M.- Orange Crush
Nirvana- About A Girl
Al Green- Let's Stay Together
Lauryn Hill- Lost Ones
The Beatles- Paperback Writer