FLASHBACK: The Cure Hold the Top Spot as Modern Rock Evolves – Chart Highlights for June 3, 1989

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 Public Image Ltd. and Tin Machine. The chart showcased a blend of indie sound, political criticism, and evolving alternative music trends.

June 6, 2025

FLASHBACK: XTC Holds Steady at No. 1 as Morrissey Rockets into Top 10 on Modern Rock Chart – 6/6/1992

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.

June 2, 2025

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