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"Wishlist" by Pearl Jam was on our wishlist for Alt_Backspace this week (spoiler: our wish came true)
"Wishlist" by Pearl Jam was on our wishlist for Alt_Backspace this week (spoiler: our wish came true)
In case you didn't see Liam Gallagher's set at Lolla...well, even if you did, he only played four songs before walking off. Here's some Oasis to make up for it!
In case you didn't see Liam Gallagher's set at Lolla...well, even if you did, he only played four songs before walking off. Here's some Oasis to make up for it!
Liam, we love you but WHEN YOU TYPE EVERYTHING IN ALL CAPS IT LOOKS LIKE YOU'RE SHOUTING AT US.
Liam, we love you but WHEN YOU TYPE EVERYTHING IN ALL CAPS IT LOOKS LIKE YOU'RE SHOUTING AT US.
Ya know when you hear an old song that makes you say "I forgot how good this one is!"? That's every song on this playlist.
Ya know when you hear an old song that makes you say "I forgot how good this one is!"? That's every song on this playlist.
If only we could go back in time to tell ourselves we really DIDN'T need that last whiskey shot yesterday...closest we can get to time travel is listening to 80s/90s alternative while nursing our hangover.
If only we could go back in time to tell ourselves we really DIDN'T need that last whiskey shot yesterday...closest we can get to time travel is listening to 80s/90s alternative while nursing our hangover.
These songs take us back to the days when iPhones hadn't been invented, scrunchies were cool, and The Simpsons were just getting started... nostalgic sigh
These songs take us back to the days when iPhones hadn't been invented, scrunchies were cool, and The Simpsons were just getting started... nostalgic sigh
Chicken, waffles, and Oasis...just the start of the LIVE broadcast at the Alt_Backspace Brunch & Bowl event.
Chicken, waffles, and Oasis...just the start of the LIVE broadcast at the Alt_Backspace Brunch & Bowl event.
There are those certain nostalgic tunes you want to play over and over...and over some more
There are those certain nostalgic tunes you want to play over and over...and over some more
It's like finding a bomb mixtape from the early 90s, except you get to listen on a smartphone app instead of a cassette player.
It's like finding a bomb mixtape from the early 90s, except you get to listen on a smartphone app instead of a cassette player.
We need 3 cc's of alternative music - STAT! (We're obviously referring to The Cult, The Clash, and The Cure)
We need 3 cc's of alternative music - STAT! (We're obviously referring to The Cult, The Clash, and The Cure)
If you're not riding horseback through snowcapped mountains in Sweden, why even bother making a music video?
If you're not riding horseback through snowcapped mountains in Sweden, why even bother making a music video?
It's like #ThrowbackThursday for alternative music, except you can listen any day of the week
It's like #ThrowbackThursday for alternative music, except you can listen any day of the week
From Radiohead’s “Creep” to Nirvana’s version of Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold The World” - it's originals and covers galore on this week’s #AltBackspace
From Radiohead’s “Creep” to Nirvana’s version of Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold The World” - it's originals and covers galore on this week’s #AltBackspace
You've already carved 'em, but you're still waiting to turn them into pies...now is the time for Smashing Pumpkins!
You've already carved 'em, but you're still waiting to turn them into pies...now is the time for Smashing Pumpkins!
"I Want Candy" or "Mayonnaise"? It's like Trick or Treat for songs on this week's Alt_Backspace!
"I Want Candy" or "Mayonnaise"? It's like Trick or Treat for songs on this week's Alt_Backspace!
Retro alternative goodies for your listening pleasure...starting with Smashing Pumpkins.
Retro alternative goodies for your listening pleasure...starting with Smashing Pumpkins.
In case you missed Alt_Backspace to watch football...here's the online playlist 🏈 HUT, HUT, HIKE!
In case you missed Alt_Backspace to watch football...here's the online playlist 🏈 HUT, HUT, HIKE!
We "Just Can’t Get Enough" of Depeche Mode 😉 (if you didn't get that reference, you should probably brush up on your Alt Rock history...starting with this playlist)
We "Just Can’t Get Enough" of Depeche Mode 😉 (if you didn't get that reference, you should probably brush up on your Alt Rock history...starting with this playlist)
There's a new Oasis documentary, Morrissey is headlining at Riot Fest 2016, and Green Day are coming back later in the month. It's a REALLY great year for fans of 80s/90s rock, and this playlist is the cherry on top. 🍒
There's a new Oasis documentary, Morrissey is headlining at Riot Fest 2016, and Green Day are coming back later in the month. It's a REALLY great year for fans of 80s/90s rock, and this playlist is the cherry on top. 🍒
Listen to the bands that inspired your favorite current bands: Nirvana, Morrissey, Oasis, and more alt rock legacies.
Listen to the bands that inspired your favorite current bands: Nirvana, Morrissey, Oasis, and more alt rock legacies.
Let's journey back to a time when DMs meant "Doc Martens", not "Direct Messages". Your eighties/nineties Alt Rock playlist is here.
Let's journey back to a time when DMs meant "Doc Martens", not "Direct Messages". Your eighties/nineties Alt Rock playlist is here.
Let's get our nostalgia on together with Stone Roses, Green Day, Radiohead, + lots more.
Let's get our nostalgia on together with Stone Roses, Green Day, Radiohead, + lots more.
Happy Fathers Day! A bunch of dudes from our favorite 80s/90s bands from the are dads now, but they can still rock as hard as ever (we're looking at you Eddie Vedder).
Happy Fathers Day! A bunch of dudes from our favorite 80s/90s bands from the are dads now, but they can still rock as hard as ever (we're looking at you Eddie Vedder).
Riot Fest's lineup was announced this week, so it's only fitting that we dive into the songs of the bands on the bill. Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MORRISSEY!
Riot Fest's lineup was announced this week, so it's only fitting that we dive into the songs of the bands on the bill. Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MORRISSEY!
Brian's got "The Cure" for your lack of retro alternative rock. (hint: it's this playlist)
Brian's got "The Cure" for your lack of retro alternative rock. (hint: it's this playlist)
Ahh the 90s...N64, Saved By The Bell, Beanie Babies and the golden era of grunge. Go back to the good ole days with Brian.
Ahh the 90s...N64, Saved By The Bell, Beanie Babies and the golden era of grunge. Go back to the good ole days with Brian.
This week, it would have been impossible to have a 80s/90s playlist without including Prince.
This week, it would have been impossible to have a 80s/90s playlist without including Prince.
Thom Yorke said this Radiohead song isn't great, but we beg to differ...hear it and more on this old-school-alternative playlist.
Thom Yorke said this Radiohead song isn't great, but we beg to differ...hear it and more on this old-school-alternative playlist.
Dig into the alternative music archives with some favorites from Smashing Pumpkins, Local H, The Clash and more.
Dig into the alternative music archives with some favorites from Smashing Pumpkins, Local H, The Clash and more.
Before you see Red Hot Chili Peppers & Radiohead headline this year's Lolla, listen to some favorites from their back-catalog.
Before you see Red Hot Chili Peppers & Radiohead headline this year's Lolla, listen to some favorites from their back-catalog.
IF Radiohead were to play Lollapalooza, we'd want the song from this Alt_Backspace on their setlist.
IF Radiohead were to play Lollapalooza, we'd want the song from this Alt_Backspace on their setlist.
You lost an hour due to daylight savings, so here's the closest you can get to a time machine: old school alternative from the likes of New Order, Sinead O’Conner, Depeche Mode & more.
You lost an hour due to daylight savings, so here's the closest you can get to a time machine: old school alternative from the likes of New Order, Sinead O’Conner, Depeche Mode & more.
New York has blizzard Jonas, but we have "My Name Is Jonas" from Weezer on #Alt_Backspace. Chicago 1, NYC 0.
New York has blizzard Jonas, but we have "My Name Is Jonas" from Weezer on Alt_Backspace. Chicago 1, NYC 0.
'All is quiet on New Year's Day'...except Brian's #Alt_Backspace show. That's loud with old school alternative.
'All is quiet on New Year's Day'...except Brian's #Alt_Backspace show. That's loud with old school alternative.
Favorite songs from #TheReplacements, #UrgeOverkill, #DepecheMode, plus lots more on this #Alt_Backspace.
Favorite songs from #TheReplacements, #UrgeOverkill, #DepecheMode, plus lots more on this #Alt_Backspace.
Brian plays you some #Morrisey, #StoneTemplePilots and #Pixies favorites on this #Alt_Backspace.
Listen to some classic alternative tunes while finishing your Thanksgiving leftovers...or whatever else you're doing right now.
Listen to some classic alternative tunes while finishing your Thanksgiving leftovers...or whatever else you're doing right now.
Alt_Backspace has classic alt-rock favorites from bands like #BigAudioDynamite, #SoftCell, and #PublicImageLtd.
Alt_Backspace has classic alt-rock favorites from bands like #BigAudioDynamite, #SoftCell, and #PublicImageLtd.
Get your retro on with Brian. He's playing #Garbage, #IggyPop, #DepecheMode and more on this #Alt_Backspace.
Get your retro on with Brian. He's playing #Garbage, #IggyPop, #DepecheMode and more on this #Alt_Backspace.
What was Brian's first stadium show? Get the answer on this #Alt_Backspace, along with classic #alternative from the 80s and 90s.
What was Brian's first stadium show? Get the answer on this #Alt_Backspace, along with classic #alternative from the 80s and 90s.
Frankie Says Listen To #Alt_Backspace. Brian plays #Oasis, plus music from #EchoAndTheBunnymen, #IcicleWorks, and more.
Frankie Says Listen To #Alt_Backspace. Brian plays #Oasis, plus music from #EchoAndTheBunnymen, #IcicleWorks, and more.
Brian kicks off this #Alt_Backspace with #GreenDay, then plays tons of old school goodies from #JanesAddiction, #Garbage, #TheB52s and much more.
Brian kicks off this #Alt_Backspace with #GreenDay, then plays tons of old school goodies from #JanesAddiction, #Garbage, #TheB52s and much more.
Brian takes you back with goodies from #DepecheMode, #Oasis, #EchoAndTheBunnymen, and #Lush.
Brian takes you back with goodies from #DepecheMode, #Oasis, #EchoAndTheBunnymen, and #Lush.
Revisit retro favorites from #Ramones, #TheCure, #SineadOConner and more on this week's #Alt_Backspace with Brian.
- The Cure – Love Cats
- The Jam – A Town Called Malice
- The Cult – She Sells Sanctuary
- Material Issue – Valerie Loves Me
- Squeeze – Pulling Mussels (From The Shell)
- Trippy Daisy – I Got A Girl
- Tones On Tail – Go!
- The Pretenders – Message Of Love
- Ramones – Sheena Is A Punk Rocker
- Eurythmics – Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
- Freedy Johnston – Bad Reputation
- Psychedelic Furs – Pretty In Pink
- School Of Fish – 3 Strange Days
- R.E.M. – Man On The Moon
Revisit retro favorites from #Ramones, #TheCure, #SineadOConner and more on this week's #Alt_Backspace with Brian.
- Radiohead – Just
- Talk Talk – It’s My Life
- Siouxsie And The Banshees – Cities In Dust
- Silverchair – Tomorrow
- Billy Idol – White Wedding
- Dramarama – Anything, Anything
- Depeche Mode – I Feel You
- Social Distortion – Bad Luck
- Thomas Dolby – She Blinded Me With Science
- The Posies – Dream All Day
- Talking Heads – Once In a Lifetime
- Sinead O’Conner – Mandinka
- The Smiths – There Is A Light That Never Goes Out