Call Me
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It's the anniversary of the first telephone call. On this date in 1876 Alexander Graham Bell spoke through his new invention to his assistant saying, "Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you." Ever since, phones and calls have inspired many a song. Share a favorite and we'll spin a set.
Hear your requests weekdays after 9 a.m.
Today's set:
- Shelby Lynne "Telephone"
- The Spinners "I'll Be Around"
- Tommy Tutone "867-5309 / Jenny"
- X "Your Phone's Off the Hook, But You're Not"
- The White Stripes "Hello Operator"
Sponsored by the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT, featuring "Ursula von Rydingsvard: States of Becoming."
