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Side projects of the classic alternative era

by Jake Rudh

May 31, 2024

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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

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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