The Sex Pistols inked a six-day contract; Pearl Jam's bassist and drummer celebrate birthdays; Simon and Garfunkel recorded 'The Sound of Silence'; Pink Floyd released 'Dark Side of the Moon'; and Edie Brickell was born, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs produced by Rick Rubin would you like to hear?

Legendary artist Patti Smith spoke with host Jill Riley about her latest memoir, Bread of Angels, navigating grief with gratitude, and her upcoming event in Minneapolis.

Black Sabbath made their debut; REO Speedwagon had a No. 1 hit; U2 released 'The Joshua Tree'; The Clash had their only No. 1 U.K. hit with 'Should I Stay or Should I Go'; and Carole King was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs related to clocks would you like to hear?

Country Joe and the Fish's best-known song, "I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-to-Die Rag," captured the growing anti-war sentiment of the Vietnam era.

VIAL’s third LP, HELLHOUND, is the Minneapolis punk trio’s most irresistibly vile work yet. Ferocity and anger collide musically as three unapologetic vocalists/instrumentalists roar against misogyny, betrayal, and inner angst.

The Small Faces broke up, Micky Dolenz was born, David Bowie made his TV debut, and Diana Ross emerged as a live act for the first time, Today in Music History.

Plus: 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' hit No. 1; "Dueling Banjos" got a gold record; David Bowie released his ninth studio album 'Young Americans'; George Michael was voted the sexiest musician; and Ernie Isley was born, Today in Music History.

The New York-based post-punk outfit’s latest album released February 13.