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Side projects of the classic alternative era

Electronic were an English alternative dance supergroup formed by singer/guitarist Bernard Sumner of New Order and guitarist Johnny Marr of the Smiths. Their self-titled album was released in 1991, and it features portraits of Marr (L) and Sumner on the cover.
Electronic were an English alternative dance supergroup formed by singer/guitarist Bernard Sumner of New Order and guitarist Johnny Marr of the Smiths. Their self-titled album was released in 1991, and it features portraits of Marr (L) and Sumner on the cover.Factory Records
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by Jake Rudh

May 31, 2024

This week on the program, it's all about side projects of the classic alternative era — and there were a lot! Some of which are still with us today like Tones on Tail and General Public, both of which I saw at the Cruel World Festival a week ago. So if that post-punk, new wave and synth-pop sound is your jam, I think you're gonna especially like the vibes on this show.

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