An underground vibe with diverse influences, college rock of the 1980s was an inclusive and eclectic genre. Relive some of the "left of the dial" bands and songs here. 

An underground vibe with diverse influences, college rock of the 1980s was an inclusive and eclectic genre. Relive some of the "left of the dial" bands and songs here.

Hosted by Q101's Brian Phillips, the History of Alternative digs deep into everything alternative.

Hosted by Q101's Brian Phillips, the History of Alternative digs deep into everything alternative.

The History of Alternative

The Story of 1980's College Rock

Riot Mike stopped by Q101 to chat with Brian Phillips about this year's Riot Fest and shared cool stories about putting personal touch on booking bands, the big artist who became a fan of his mom's homemade brownies, Mike's experiences in the Buffalo punk scene and a cool full circle moment with a band, plus the (non-headliner) band you must see this year. Listen to the conversation here. 

Riot Mike stopped by Q101 to chat with Brian Phillips about this year's Riot Fest and shared cool stories about putting personal touch on booking bands, the big artist who became a fan of his mom's homemade brownies, Mike's experiences in the Buffalo punk scene and a cool full circle moment with a band, plus the (non-headliner) band you must see this year. Listen to the conversation here.

Riot Mike on Riot Fest

Mike Shinoda talks with Brian Phillips about the previously unreleased Linkin Park song "Lost", plans for the Meteora 20th anniversary boxset, the band's long term relationship with radio and reveals some of his upcoming side projects. 

Mike Shinoda talks with Brian Phillips about the previously unreleased Linkin Park song "Lost", plans for the Meteora 20th anniversary boxset, the band's long term relationship with radio and reveals some of his upcoming side projects.

Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park

Fall Out Boy stopped by the Q101 Lounge to talk with Brian Phillips about their new album, "So Much (for) Stardust", friction in the emo scene as an up-and-coming band, what it was like touring with Green Day and more! 

Brian Phillips hosts Q101 weekday afternoons from 3p-7p. You can also hear him every Sunday morning from 8a-Noon on Q101's History of Alternative, an encyclopedic and comprehensive guide to all things alternative.  

Fall Out Boy stopped by the Q101 Lounge to talk with Brian Phillips about their new album, "So Much (for) Stardust", friction in the emo scene as an up-and-coming band, what it was like touring with Green Day and more! 
Brian Phillips hosts Q101 weekday afternoons from 3p-7p. You can also hear him every Sunday morning from 8a-Noon on Q101's History of Alternative, an encyclopedic and comprehensive guide to all things alternative.

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