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The Morning Show - With Jill Riley

Coffee Break: Costumed musicians

Orville Peck and Nude Party performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis on Saturday, June 4, 2022.
Orville Peck and Nude Party performed at First Avenue in Minneapolis on Saturday, June 4, 2022.Sara Fish for MPR

by Jill Riley

October 26, 2023

As we approach the Halloween weekend, a lot of us are beginning our searches for Halloween costumes — before they are all swept up by the masses. Unless, that is, if you’re SUPER into Halloween and planned your costume out months in advance. If that’s the case — kudos to you.

Still don’t have a costume figured out? There are plenty of artists/bands that have become known for their iconic looks/stage costumes. Some are so iconic, you wouldn’t even have to explain your costume if you dress like them for Halloween. Hopefully this Coffee Break can serve as some inspiration for you.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which bands/artists with immediately recognizable costumes do you want to hear?


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Songs Played
Devo - (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction
Janis Joplin - Get It While You Can
Talking Heads - Girlfriend Is Better
ZZ Top - Sharp Dressed Man
Daft Punk - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger
Orville Peck - The Curse of the Blackened Eye
Queen - Brighton Rock (bonus)