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Coffee Break: Hey Mr. D.J. -

Coffee Break: Hey Mr. D.J.

The view from The Current's studio 492.
The view from The Current's studio 492.MPR Photo / Nate Ryan

by Anna Weggel and Sean McPherson

January 20, 2022

It’s National Disc Jockey Day! What songs can you think of for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break that mention D.J.s, the radio, spinning records, etc.?


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:

David Bowie - DJ
(clip) The Truth About Cats & Dogs
Regina Spektor - On The Radio
(clip) Good Morning, Vietnam
Parliament - Mothership Connection (Star Child)
Indeep - Last Night a D.J. Saved My Life
(clip) Janelle Monae - Our Favorite Fugitive (Interlude)
The Smiths - Panic
(clip) Reservoir Dogs Soundtrack
Joni Mitchell - You Turn Me on I'm a Radio
R.E.M. - Radio Song
Steely Dan -FM