December 23 is an unofficial holiday called Festivus. The day began as a real-life family tradition created by the father of television writer Dan O'Keefe. It gained massive popularity after he wrote a 1997 episode of Seinfeld inspired by the celebration. Some traditions unveiled by the show (but not necessarily by the O’Keefe family) are a celebratory dinner, feats of strength, and the airing of grievances.

A grievance can be a complaint, but in some circles expressing a distaste for something can also be known as open communication. And, let’s face it, sometimes you need to get a little shouting to let off some steam and start anew. Today, let’s celebrate Festivus by yelling into the void with song!

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that could count as an airing of grievances would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played

Blood Orange- You're Not Good Enough
Cake- Sick Of You
Fleetwood Mac- Second Hand News
Neko Case- People Got A Lotta News
Arctic Monkeys- Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High
The Replacements- Unsatisfied
Carly Simon- You're So Vain