If you have been on a computer today, there's no way that you've been able to avoid the fact that it's National Doughnut Day. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear whose lyrics reference circles or holes?

FREEWIFI, “Ego” Say hey to one of Minnesota’s hottest crews. FREEWIFI — Tha Rift, J. Plaza, and Daddy Dinero — just signed with Rostrum Records and played Soundset 2017. “We are three different MCs from different walks of life, but we connected through social media and phones before we connected in person,” Tha Rift said. In their…

Along with their retro shop design and generously stuffed pastries, Glam Doll Donuts is also known for creating distinctive star-shaped doughnuts replicating the exterior of First Avenue. These special treats are often delivered backstage for artists performing at the iconic Minneapolis venue, doubling as advertising for the four-year-old brand when the artists inevitably share snaps of…

Sometimes life can leave us feeling uninspired. Mary Lucia shares a Joe Strummer video that's quite inspiring, but wonders what works for you. 'Today I am looking for some inspiration,' Mary Lucia says. 'When you feel like this, what do you do? Is there any go-to thing? If you have any suggestions, lay 'em on me.'

NPR Music's Ann Powers talks with Brandi Carlile about the singer's efforts to raise money and awareness for children who are affected by war and conflict.

Ever wished there was a way for you to musically express your passion for those delightfully refreshing sparkling water drinks known as LaCroix? Well, Chicago rapper Big Dipper has you covered with the release of his seductive new track, “LaCroix Boi.” The single, which was just released today, is a R&B slow jam that serves…

In celebration of 50 years since the release of The Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', we're going to play some alternate tracks from the 50th-anniversary deluxe version of the album for today's Coffee Break. In addition to the alternate tracks, what covers of songs from the album would you like to hear?

Jay’s Longhorn Bar was only open for a few years in downtown Minneapolis, but during that time it became the center of a booming punk and independent rock scene. “It was a little bit like CBGB with Cheers mixed into it,” remembered regular Sharon Samuels. Not only did local legends like Hüsker Dü and Curtiss A and…

What do Minnesota musician Mick Sterling and a drum medley from the Beatles’ Abbey Road album have in common? Together, they may just break a world record. Sterling, known for his soul R&B group Mick Sterling and the Stud Brothers, wants 1,000 drummers to join him on Harriet Island on Sept. 20 for his event “Let…

Photographer Jimmy Steinfeldt, a Hopkins native, has released two books of his music photography - much of it shot in Minnesota.