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 Thing” ranks third. Notable climbers include Morrissey, The Jesus and Mary Chain, and debuting artists like Tom Tom Club.
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 lyrics, it remains a defining track from their 1991 debut album, resonating with fans and influencing synth-pop and alternative music throughout the '90s.
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. 6, while notable debuts include The Cranberries' "Dreams" and Aimee Mann’s "I Should’ve Known". The competition intensifies.
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. As a bridge between Joy Division and New Order's future, Low-Life remains a seminal work in alternative music history.
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 Stone Temple Pilots' "Big Bang Baby" at No. 3 and Soundgarden's debut "Pretty Noose" at No. 7, suggesting upcoming chart changes.
"Enjoy The Silence" by Depeche Mode remains number one on the Modern Rock chart for the ninth week. The House Of Love's "I Don't Know Why I Love You" rises to second, while The Church's "Metropolis" stays third. Other noteworthy tracks include "Forgotten Years" by Midnight Oil and "Fools Gold" by The Stone Roses.
Released on May 10, 1982, Duran Duran's album "Rio" became a commercial success and a defining work of the new wave genre. With hit singles like "Rio," "Hungry Like the Wolf," and "Save a Prayer," the album features catchy melodies, stylish production, and memorable visuals, influencing the sound of popular music for decades.
Transmission with Derek Nester 