X-96.3 is launching "Transmission," a new Friday night radio show hosted by Derek Nester, focused on alternative music from 1977 to 1999. It will explore key bands, stories, and cultural movements of the era,…
X-96.3 is launching "Transmission," a new Friday night radio show hosted by Derek Nester, focused on alternative music from 1977 to 1999. It will explore key bands, stories, and cultural movements of the era,…
Billboard magazine launched its Modern Rock Tracks chart on September 10, 1988, marking a significant recognition of alternative music. Siouxsie & The Banshees topped the chart with…
Billboard magazine launched its Modern Rock Tracks chart on September 10, 1988, marking a significant recognition of alternative music. Siouxsie & The Banshees topped the chart with…
Icehouse's "Great Southern Land," released on August 30, 1982, marks a significant shift from upbeat pop sounds to an evocative tribute to Australia. Written by Iva Davies during homesickness, the track combines atmospheric synth-pop…
Icehouse's "Great Southern Land," released on August 30, 1982, marks a significant shift from upbeat pop sounds to an evocative tribute to Australia. Written by Iva Davies during homesickness, the track combines atmospheric synth-pop…
Bauhaus released "Lagartija Nick" on January 14, 1983, showcasing a shift towards raw intensity from their atmospheric roots. This bass-driven single includes a powerful A-side, experimental B-sides, and…
Bauhaus released "Lagartija Nick" on January 14, 1983, showcasing a shift towards raw intensity from their atmospheric roots. This bass-driven single includes a powerful A-side, experimental B-sides, and…
The 1990s transformed the music landscape, moving from fragmented college-radio styles to a billion-dollar industry. Key moments included Nirvana's groundbreaking "Nevermind," the Britpop rivalry of…
The 1990s transformed the music landscape, moving from fragmented college-radio styles to a billion-dollar industry. Key moments included Nirvana's groundbreaking "Nevermind," the Britpop rivalry of…
The 1980s were marked by the rise of "Alternative" music, shifting from punk's raw energy to atmospheric sounds with bands like Joy Division and The Cure. This era birthed the Goth subculture, embraced college…
The 1980s were marked by the rise of "Alternative" music, shifting from punk's raw energy to atmospheric sounds with bands like Joy Division and The Cure. This era birthed the Goth subculture, embraced college…
Talk Talk's "It's My Life," released in 1984, transcends its pop veneer to reveal a complex, avant-garde spirit rooted in Mark Hollis's vision. Unlike its debut, this album combines electronic precision with organic…
Talk Talk's "It's My Life," released in 1984, transcends its pop veneer to reveal a complex, avant-garde spirit rooted in Mark Hollis's vision. Unlike its debut, this album combines electronic precision with organic…
The Goo Goo Dolls maintain their No. 1 position on the Modern Rock Tracks chart and the 14th week on the chart with “Iris,” influenced by the City of Angels soundtrack. Semisonic's “Closing Time” is second, followed by Fuel's…
The Goo Goo Dolls maintain their No. 1 position on the Modern Rock Tracks chart and the 14th week on the chart with “Iris,” influenced by the City of Angels soundtrack. Semisonic's “Closing Time” is second, followed by Fuel's…
In 1982, The Clash's album Combat Rock featured "Rock the Casbah," a politically charged hit that blended funk and punk. With its infectious groove and critical lyrics on censorship, the song achieved mainstream success,…
In 1982, The Clash's album Combat Rock featured "Rock the Casbah," a politically charged hit that blended funk and punk. With its infectious groove and critical lyrics on censorship, the song achieved mainstream success,…
In June 1989, The Cure's "Fascination Street" topped the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart for its third consecutive week. Love and Rockets and The Cult followed closely. Notable newcomers included…
In June 1989, The Cure's "Fascination Street" topped the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart for its third consecutive week. Love and Rockets and The Cult followed closely. Notable newcomers included…
The Cars' self-titled debut album, released in 1978, redefined rock with its blend of new wave, power pop, and classic rock. Featuring hits like "Good Times Roll" and "Just What I Needed," it skillfully merges mechanical and emotional…
The Cars' self-titled debut album, released in 1978, redefined rock with its blend of new wave, power pop, and classic rock. Featuring hits like "Good Times Roll" and "Just What I Needed," it skillfully merges mechanical and emotional…
Erasure's debut album, Wonderland, released in June 1986, showcases their artistic confidence and unique sound. With Vince Clarke's intricate production and Andy Bell's emotive vocals, the album features…
Erasure's debut album, Wonderland, released in June 1986, showcases their artistic confidence and unique sound. With Vince Clarke's intricate production and Andy Bell's emotive vocals, the album features…
On June 6, 1992, XTC holds the top spot on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks with “The Ballad of Peter Pumpkinhead.” The Cure's “Friday I’m In Love” follows at No. 2, and The Soup Dragons' “Divine…
On June 6, 1992, XTC holds the top spot on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks with “The Ballad of Peter Pumpkinhead.” The Cure's “Friday I’m In Love” follows at No. 2, and The Soup Dragons' “Divine…
In May 1991, British music icons Bernard Sumner and Johnny Marr formed Electronic, releasing "Getting Away With It," a single that exceeded expectations. With lush arrangements and introspective…
In May 1991, British music icons Bernard Sumner and Johnny Marr formed Electronic, releasing "Getting Away With It," a single that exceeded expectations. With lush arrangements and introspective…
New Order's "Regret" remains at No. 1 on the alternative music chart for a second week, followed by Depeche Mode's "Walking In My Shoes" and Radiohead's "Creep". Porno For Pyros' "Pets" rockets to No.…
New Order's "Regret" remains at No. 1 on the alternative music chart for a second week, followed by Depeche Mode's "Walking In My Shoes" and Radiohead's "Creep". Porno For Pyros' "Pets" rockets to No.…
Late at night, Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart" plays softly, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Ian Curtis's voice resonates with feelings of fragility and timelessness, encapsulating the complexities of love, youth, and loss. It's more than…
Late at night, Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart" plays softly, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Ian Curtis's voice resonates with feelings of fragility and timelessness, encapsulating the complexities of love, youth, and loss. It's more than…
In 1985, New Order's album Low-Life marked their full embrace of electronic sound, merging post-punk roots with innovation. Highlighted by tracks like “Love Vigilantes” and “The Perfect Kiss,” it balances emotional depth and sonic experimentation.…
In 1985, New Order's album Low-Life marked their full embrace of electronic sound, merging post-punk roots with innovation. Highlighted by tracks like “Love Vigilantes” and “The Perfect Kiss,” it balances emotional depth and sonic experimentation.…
"Champagne Supernova" by Oasis shifts from Britpop to a psychedelic sound in this seven-minute anthem filled with longing. Liam Gallagher’s soaring vocals and Noel’s shimmering guitars blend to create an emotionally charged, dreamy atmosphere. The track is…
"Champagne Supernova" by Oasis shifts from Britpop to a psychedelic sound in this seven-minute anthem filled with longing. Liam Gallagher’s soaring vocals and Noel’s shimmering guitars blend to create an emotionally charged, dreamy atmosphere. The track is…
The Cranberries' single "Salvation" has topped the Modern Rock chart, displacing Oasis’s "Champagne Supernova." "Salvation" marks their first chart leader since "Zombie" in 1994. Other notable songs include…
The Cranberries' single "Salvation" has topped the Modern Rock chart, displacing Oasis’s "Champagne Supernova." "Salvation" marks their first chart leader since "Zombie" in 1994. Other notable songs include…
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