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I specialize in Classic Alternative. From the late 1970's through to this very day. Playing classic New Wave, Synth Pop, New Romantic, Post Punk, Industrial, Punk, Ska, Reggae, Brit-Pop, Grunge, Trip Hop, Alternative, Electronic and much more! Tune in for DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's which is uploaded every week. On this series I chronicle every single song that has ever hit the #1 spot on Billboard's Modern Rock chart. The chart started in 1988 with Siouxsie and the Banshees taking the top spot on the open week. Each week come back and check out as I detail and breakdown each and every song that hit #1 in chronological order. We'll connect the dots and find out how bands and artists are related. We'll play something old and catch up with something recent that classic alternative artists have released. The "Alternative Facts" series takes a look at the history of the alternative music genre. How did certain scenes and sounds come about? What is the history behind certain hit songs? Anything and everything you ever wanted to know about Classic Alternative. From the origins in the early 1970's all the way through what shaped the sounds of today. Follow DJ BK on Twitter @djbkretro for daily updates and news and keep coming back here for more podcasts.

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Episode 103: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - No Rain 58:57

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This massive hit from Blind Melon spent a total of 3 weeks a top the Modern Rock chart. It went to the top spot for a single week on September 18th, 1993 and then returned to the top spot on October 2nd, 1993 for 2 more weeks. The song was actually originally written well before the band even formed.…

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Episode 102: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - My Sister 9:52

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Going to #1 for the week of September 11th, 1993 for a single week was The Juliana Hatfield Three with the song My Sister. This was Juliana Hatfield's most successful single release of her career and it has an interesting story behind it as Hatfield doesn't even have a real life sister. Join me for the breakdown.…

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Episode 101: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Soul to Squeeze 8:10

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Going to #1 on Modern Rock for 4 consecutive weeks on August 14th, 1993 was the Red Hot Chilli Peppers with Soul to Squeeze. It would actually take 2 weeks off from the top spot and return for an additional week at #1 on September 25th, 1993. This song featured incredibly dark subject matter yet it was featured on the soundtrack for the comedy film Coneheads.…

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Episode 100: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Break It Down Again 6:27

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Going to #1 for 3 weeks on Modern Rock on July 24th, 1993 was Tears for Fears with the song Break It Down Again. This was Tears for Fears minus Curt Smith who had departed the group in 1991. That fracture would make up much of the lyrical content from Roland Orzabal on this album "Elemental."

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Episode 99: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Pets 6:44

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Going to #1 on Modern Rock for the week of June 19th, 1993 for 5 consecutive weeks was the Perry Farrell fronted Porno for Pyros with the single Pets. This was actually the second single from the bands self titled debut album released in 1992. Join me for the breakdown.

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Episode 98: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Walking In My Shoes 10:01

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Going to number 1 on the week of May 15th, 1993 was Depeche Mode with the single Walking In My Shoes. This would be the bands 4th and final number 1 single in chart history and their second in a row from Songs of Faith and Devotion. The group has a soft spot for this track in their overall library, tune in for the breakdown.…

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Episode 97: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Regret 7:15

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Going to #1 for the week of May 1st, 1993 on Modern Rock was New Order with the single Regret. This was the only time the band would hit the top spot in chart history with what many consider their last big hit. David Hasselhoff is involved, tune in and find out how.

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Episode 96: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - I Feel You 7:58

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The legends themselves Depeche Mode went to #1 for 5 consecutive weeks starting on March 27th, 1993 with the single I Feel You. The lead off single from Songs of Faith and Devotion would be the bands 3rd number 1 on the chart. The band incorporated more rock on this album to great success. Join me for the breakdown.…

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Episode 95: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Feed the Tree 7:24

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Going to #1 for the 3 consecutive weeks on the week of March 6, 1993 was Belly with Feed the Tree. Formed in Rhode Island in the early 90's this group is most known for this "one hit wonder." However, they had multiple songs chart on modern rock. Join me for the breakdown.

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Episode 94: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - The Devil You Know 7:06

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Going number 1 on Modern Rock for the week of January 23rd, 1993 for a lengthy 6 consecutive weeks was Jesus Jones with the single The Devil You Know. Basically it's the exact opposite of their massive feel good hit Right Here, Right Now as the band took a dark turn musically and lyrically. They used some groundbreaking recording techniques on this one. Tune in for my breakdown if this #1.…

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Episode 93: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Not Sleeping Around 5:27

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Going to #1 on Modern Rock for the week of January 16th, 1993 was Ned's Atomic Dustbin with the song Not Sleeping Around. This band was prominent in the Grebo sound that popped up mostly around the Birmingham area in the UK. Tune in to learn more about what exactly the Grebo sub genre of Alternative Rock is.…

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Episode 92: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Steam 6:50

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Going to #1 on Modern Rock for 5 consecutive weeks on December 12th, 1992 is Peter Gabriel with the single Steam. This was the second single from his album US and it featured a music video that won a lot of awards and praise. Let's get steamy.

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Episode 91: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Somebody to Shove 5:33

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Going to #1 for a single week the week of December 5th, 1992 on Modern Rock was Soul Asylum with Somebody to Shove. This was from the bands 5th studio album Grave Dancers Union. The album was so successful it earned the band a trip to the White House.

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Episode 90: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - These Are the Days 6:11

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Going to #1 for the week of November 21st,1992 for 2 consecutive weeks was 10,000 Maniacs with These Are the Days. While recording this album Natalie had told the group she was planning on leaving, but she still completed the album and toured with the band. Join me for the breakdown.

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Episode 89: DJ BK's Modern Rock #1's - Drive 12:17

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