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The Morning Show - With Jill Riley

Coffee Break: Labor Day weekend

Fairgoers enjoy a ride on the SkyGlider at the Minnesota State Fair on August 25, 2023.
Fairgoers enjoy a ride on the SkyGlider at the Minnesota State Fair on August 25, 2023.Caroline Yang for MPR News

by Jill Riley

September 01, 2023

Alas, with Labor Day creeping up on us, the summer season is now coming to an end.

Sure, the Autumn Equinox is Sept. 23 — officially marks summer's end. But come on, the end of Labor Day ushers in the return to school for many, as well as pumpkin spice lattes.

Let’s reminisce and take a look back at summer. What are some songs that remind you of the hot days, fun activities, and the memories made?

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs associated with the end of summer do you want to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Chad and Jeremy - A Summer Song
Big Star - Back Of A Car
Lana Del Rey - Summertime Sadness
Green Day - Wake Me Up When September Ends
Soul Asylum - Summer Of Drugs
Indigo Girls - Closer to Fine
Billy Bragg - There I Power in a Union (John Peel Session, 20th August 1985)
Superchunk - This Summer (bonus)