Coffee Break: Good Vibes

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala
February 18, 2025
On this day in 1966, Brian Wilson recorded the future classic song "Good Vibrations," which became a No. 1 hit for The Beach Boys. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1994.
Good vibes can come from anywhere, but especially from music … and the good news is that they’re contagious! Today, let’s carry on the inspiration for the Beach Boys’ 1966 hit song and make a playlist full of good vibes to carry us through the day.
So, for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs full of good vibes or that bring you joy would you like to hear?
Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.
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Songs Played
The Beach Boys- Good Vibrations
Khruangbin- May Ninth
Katrina and the Waves- Walking On Sunshine
Valerie June- Joy, Joy!
Earth Wind and Fire- September
MGMT- Electric Feel
Bob Dylan- The Man In Me