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Coffee Break: Britpop -

Coffee Break: Britpop

British rock band The Charlatans, pictured 1990
British rock band The Charlatans, pictured 1990Steve Double/CAMERA PRESS

by Jill Riley and Rachel Frances

February 09, 2023

First Avenue is taking it back to the ‘90s tonight! The Charlatans UK and Ride will be taking the stage along with DJ Jake Rudh, starting at 7pm. The Charlatans are performing their classic sophomore album Between 10th and 11th in full, and Ride their influential debut Nowhere, plus other fan favorites!

Charlatans UK were a big part of the Britpop scene, helping bring British alternative rock into the mainstream. This cultural movement aided the commercial success of British bands Oasis, Blur, Suede, and Pulp among many others.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what Britpop songs do you want to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played:
Ride – Taste
Oasis – Wonderwall
Suede – Metal Mickey
Pulp – Common People
The Verve – This Is Music