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The 100 Best Alternative Songs of the 1980s

The 100 Best Alternative Songs of the 1980s

The best alternative songs of the 1980s span punk, post-punk, new wave, college rock, underground, goth, new romantic, ska, power pop, hardcore, and indie rock.

The Soundtrack to Hüsker Dü’s Implosion: ‘Warehouse: Songs and Stories’ Turns 35

The Soundtrack to Hüsker Dü’s Implosion: ‘Warehouse: Songs and Stories’ Turns 35

It’s been 35 years since college rock harbingers Hüsker Dü culminated in a storm of malaise. Warehouse: Songs and Stories was their parting gift.

The ’80s Were No Fun: An Interview with Bob Mould

The ’80s Were No Fun: An Interview with Bob Mould

Bob Mould discusses being gay in the 1980s, the far-right threatening LGBTQ rights, his recent political LP Blue Hearts, and how he still has faith.

Bob Mould Goes Back to the 1980s for the Sound of ‘Blue Hearts’

Bob Mould Goes Back to the 1980s for the Sound of ‘Blue Hearts’

This year looks a lot like 1984 to Bob Mould and he is most definitely, not happy. Not happy at all. His guitar sounds like it's on fire.

Bob Mould Hits the Reset Button with ‘Sunshine Rock’

Bob Mould Hits the Reset Button with ‘Sunshine Rock’

With a new hometown and a fresh perspective, Bob Mould releases a rich, dense, and instantly lovable new album, Sunshine Rock.

Melody, Aggression, Intelligence: An Interview with Bob Mould

Melody, Aggression, Intelligence: An Interview with Bob Mould

Bob Mould discusses his latest album, Sunshine Rock, impending tour, and a new life in Berlin. “It’s a city that’s constantly rebuilding and changing. It was exciting and still is after three years.”

Bob Mould – “Hold On” (Singles Going Steady)

Bob Mould – “Hold On” (Singles Going Steady)

The fact that Bob Mould is constantly writing and staying true to his vision while sounding current and relevant is highly commendable... and rare.
Bob Mould – “Voices in My Head” (Singles Going Steady)

Bob Mould – “Voices in My Head” (Singles Going Steady)

"Voices in My Head" sees Bob Mould diving into deep soul-searching territory and it's full of zesty melodies and ardent noise.
Bob Mould – “The War” (video)

Bob Mould – “The War” (video)

Leading up to his Reddit AMA on Tuesday, September 9th, Bob Mould has released his latest music video from Beauty & Ruin, "The War".
Bob Mould: Beauty & Ruin

Bob Mould: Beauty & Ruin

Legends like Bob Mould are held to a different standard, and Beauty & Ruin has just raised his bar higher.
Listening Ahead: Upcoming Music Releases for June 2014

Listening Ahead: Upcoming Music Releases for June 2014

June's release schedule isn't just about the summer jams of 2014. Catch early glimpses of the latest from Fucked Up, Parquet Courts, and the Antlers.

The Performance of Summertime and Regional Identity at Bumbershoot

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