The Alternative Number Ones - Stereogum https://www.stereogum.com The world's best music blog. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:58:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.5.1 https://static.stereogum.com/uploads/2022/02/stereogum-site-icon-192x192-1644917357-96x96.png The Alternative Number Ones - Stereogum https://www.stereogum.com 32 32 The Alternative Number Ones: Alanis Morissette’s “Hand In My Pocket” https://www.stereogum.com/2324373/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-hand-in-my-pocket/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2324373/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-hand-in-my-pocket/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:58:30 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2324373

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2324373/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-hand-in-my-pocket/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Goo Goo Dolls’ “Name” https://www.stereogum.com/2323800/the-alternative-number-ones-goo-goo-dolls-name/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2323800/the-alternative-number-ones-goo-goo-dolls-name/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:39:56 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2323800

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2323800/the-alternative-number-ones-goo-goo-dolls-name/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Bush’s “Comedown” https://www.stereogum.com/2322704/the-alternative-number-ones-bushs-comedown/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2322704/the-alternative-number-ones-bushs-comedown/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:53:20 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2322704

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2322704/the-alternative-number-ones-bushs-comedown/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Silverchair’s “Tomorrow” https://www.stereogum.com/2322145/the-alternative-number-ones-silverchairs-tomorrow/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2322145/the-alternative-number-ones-silverchairs-tomorrow/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:57:24 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2322145

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2322145/the-alternative-number-ones-silverchairs-tomorrow/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Green Day’s “J.A.R.” https://www.stereogum.com/2321205/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-j-a-r/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2321205/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-j-a-r/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:53:01 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2321205

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2321205/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-j-a-r/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Alanis Morissette’s “You Oughta Know” https://www.stereogum.com/2319875/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-you-oughta-know/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2319875/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-you-oughta-know/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:53:42 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2319875

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2319875/the-alternative-number-ones-alanis-morissettes-you-oughta-know/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: U2’s “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me” https://www.stereogum.com/2319195/the-alternative-number-ones-u2s-hold-me-thrill-me-kiss-me-kill-me/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2319195/the-alternative-number-ones-u2s-hold-me-thrill-me-kiss-me-kill-me/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:53:24 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2319195

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2319195/the-alternative-number-ones-u2s-hold-me-thrill-me-kiss-me-kill-me/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Soul Asylum’s “Misery” https://www.stereogum.com/2318283/the-alternative-number-ones-soul-asylums-misery/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2318283/the-alternative-number-ones-soul-asylums-misery/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 13 Aug 2025 12:55:11 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2318283

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2318283/the-alternative-number-ones-soul-asylums-misery/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Better Than Ezra’s “Good” https://www.stereogum.com/2317571/the-alternative-number-ones-better-than-ezras-good/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2317571/the-alternative-number-ones-better-than-ezras-good/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:42:53 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2317571

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2317571/the-alternative-number-ones-better-than-ezras-good/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Live’s “Lightning Crashes” https://www.stereogum.com/2317303/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-lightning-crashes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2317303/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-lightning-crashes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:54:03 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2317303

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2317303/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-lightning-crashes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Green Day’s “When I Come Around” https://www.stereogum.com/2315278/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-when-i-come-around/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2315278/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-when-i-come-around/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:06:19 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2315278

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2315278/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-when-i-come-around/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: R.E.M.’s “Bang And Blame” https://www.stereogum.com/2314696/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-bang-and-blame/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2314696/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-bang-and-blame/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:17:52 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2314696

In The Number Ones, I’m reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart’s beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present. Book Bonus Beat: The Number Ones: Twenty Chart-Topping Hits That Reveal the History of Pop Music.

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In The Number Ones, I’m reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart’s beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present. Book Bonus Beat: The Number Ones: Twenty Chart-Topping Hits That Reveal the History of Pop Music.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2314696/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-bang-and-blame/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Nirvana’s “About A Girl” https://www.stereogum.com/2314012/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-about-a-girl/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2314012/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-about-a-girl/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 09 Jul 2025 12:55:38 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2314012

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2314012/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-about-a-girl/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: The Cranberries’ “Zombie” https://www.stereogum.com/2313178/the-alternative-number-ones-the-cranberries-zombie/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2313178/the-alternative-number-ones-the-cranberries-zombie/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:58:37 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2313178

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2313178/the-alternative-number-ones-the-cranberries-zombie/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: R.E.M.’s “What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?” https://www.stereogum.com/2312758/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-whats-the-frequency-kenneth/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2312758/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-whats-the-frequency-kenneth/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:21:53 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2312758

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2312758/the-alternative-number-ones-r-e-m-s-whats-the-frequency-kenneth/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Green Day’s “Basket Case” https://www.stereogum.com/2311698/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-basket-case/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2311698/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-basket-case/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:43:21 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2311698

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2311698/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-basket-case/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Counting Crows’ “Einstein On The Beach (For An Eggman)” https://www.stereogum.com/2311146/the-alternative-number-ones-counting-crows-einstein-on-the-beach-for-an-eggman/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2311146/the-alternative-number-ones-counting-crows-einstein-on-the-beach-for-an-eggman/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:14:50 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2311146

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2311146/the-alternative-number-ones-counting-crows-einstein-on-the-beach-for-an-eggman/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: The Offspring’s “Come Out And Play (Keep ‘Em Separated)” https://www.stereogum.com/2309586/the-alternative-number-ones-the-offsprings-come-out-and-play-keep-em-separated/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2309586/the-alternative-number-ones-the-offsprings-come-out-and-play-keep-em-separated/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:42:16 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2309586

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2309586/the-alternative-number-ones-the-offsprings-come-out-and-play-keep-em-separated/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Toad The Wet Sprocket’s “Fall Down” https://www.stereogum.com/2308965/the-alternative-number-ones-toad-the-wet-sprockets-fall-down/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2308965/the-alternative-number-ones-toad-the-wet-sprockets-fall-down/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 12:31:29 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2308965

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2308965/the-alternative-number-ones-toad-the-wet-sprockets-fall-down/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Green Day’s “Longview” https://www.stereogum.com/2308202/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-longview/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2308202/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-longview/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 21 May 2025 12:56:05 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2308202

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2308202/the-alternative-number-ones-green-days-longview/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Live’s “Selling The Drama” https://www.stereogum.com/2307460/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-selling-the-drama/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2307460/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-selling-the-drama/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 13:03:00 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2307460

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2307460/the-alternative-number-ones-lives-selling-the-drama/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Morrissey’s “The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I Get” https://www.stereogum.com/2306676/the-alternative-number-ones-morrisseys-the-more-you-ignore-me-the-closer-i-get/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2306676/the-alternative-number-ones-morrisseys-the-more-you-ignore-me-the-closer-i-get/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 12:37:00 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2306676

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2306676/the-alternative-number-ones-morrisseys-the-more-you-ignore-me-the-closer-i-get/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Tori Amos’ “God” https://www.stereogum.com/2305743/the-alternative-number-ones-tori-amos-god/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2305743/the-alternative-number-ones-tori-amos-god/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:52:49 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2305743

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2305743/the-alternative-number-ones-tori-amos-god/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Crash Test Dummies’ “Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm” https://www.stereogum.com/2304501/the-alternative-number-ones-crash-test-dummies-mmm-mmm-mmm-mmm/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2304501/the-alternative-number-ones-crash-test-dummies-mmm-mmm-mmm-mmm/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:11:58 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2304501

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2304501/the-alternative-number-ones-crash-test-dummies-mmm-mmm-mmm-mmm/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Beck’s “Loser” https://www.stereogum.com/2303660/the-alternative-number-ones-becks-loser/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2303660/the-alternative-number-ones-becks-loser/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:01:51 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2303660

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2303660/the-alternative-number-ones-becks-loser/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Nirvana’s “All Apologies” https://www.stereogum.com/2302944/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-all-apologies/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2302944/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-all-apologies/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:34:10 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2302944

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2302944/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-all-apologies/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Gin Blossoms’ “Found Out About You” https://www.stereogum.com/2302425/the-alternative-number-ones-gin-blossoms-found-out-about-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2302425/the-alternative-number-ones-gin-blossoms-found-out-about-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:03:38 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2302425

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2302425/the-alternative-number-ones-gin-blossoms-found-out-about-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Pearl Jam’s “Daughter” https://www.stereogum.com/2301393/the-alternative-number-ones-pearl-jams-daughter/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2301393/the-alternative-number-ones-pearl-jams-daughter/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:48:27 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2301393

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2301393/the-alternative-number-ones-pearl-jams-daughter/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: The Lemonheads’ “Into Your Arms” https://www.stereogum.com/2300261/the-alternative-number-ones-the-lemonheads-into-your-arms/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2300261/the-alternative-number-ones-the-lemonheads-into-your-arms/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:52:53 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2300261

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2300261/the-alternative-number-ones-the-lemonheads-into-your-arms/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box” https://www.stereogum.com/2299486/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-heart-shaped-box/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2299486/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-heart-shaped-box/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:12:30 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2299486

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2299486/the-alternative-number-ones-nirvanas-heart-shaped-box/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Blind Melon’s “No Rain” https://www.stereogum.com/2298746/the-alternative-number-ones-blind-melons-no-rain/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2298746/the-alternative-number-ones-blind-melons-no-rain/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:57:58 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2298746

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2298746/the-alternative-number-ones-blind-melons-no-rain/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: The Juliana Hatfield Three’s “My Sister” https://www.stereogum.com/2298097/the-alternative-number-ones-the-juliana-hatfield-threes-my-sister/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2298097/the-alternative-number-ones-the-juliana-hatfield-threes-my-sister/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:58:43 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2298097

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2298097/the-alternative-number-ones-the-juliana-hatfield-threes-my-sister/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Soul To Squeeze” https://www.stereogum.com/2297378/the-alternative-number-ones-red-hot-chili-peppers-soul-to-squeeze/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2297378/the-alternative-number-ones-red-hot-chili-peppers-soul-to-squeeze/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:53:31 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2297378

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2297378/the-alternative-number-ones-red-hot-chili-peppers-soul-to-squeeze/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Tears For Fears’ “Break It Down Again” https://www.stereogum.com/2296251/the-alternative-number-ones-tears-for-fears-break-it-down-again/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2296251/the-alternative-number-ones-tears-for-fears-break-it-down-again/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:50:18 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2296251

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2296251/the-alternative-number-ones-tears-for-fears-break-it-down-again/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Porno For Pyros’ “Pets” https://www.stereogum.com/2294913/the-alternative-number-ones-porno-for-pyros-pets/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2294913/the-alternative-number-ones-porno-for-pyros-pets/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:57:59 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2294913

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2294913/the-alternative-number-ones-porno-for-pyros-pets/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Depeche Mode’s “Walking In My Shoes” https://www.stereogum.com/2294308/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-walking-in-my-shoes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2294308/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-walking-in-my-shoes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:57:32 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2294308

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2294308/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-walking-in-my-shoes/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: New Order’s “Regret” https://www.stereogum.com/2293570/the-alternative-number-ones-new-orders-regret/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2293570/the-alternative-number-ones-new-orders-regret/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:46:26 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2293570

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2293570/the-alternative-number-ones-new-orders-regret/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Depeche Mode’s “I Feel You” https://www.stereogum.com/2292378/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-i-feel-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2292378/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-i-feel-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:39:34 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2292378

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2292378/the-alternative-number-ones-depeche-modes-i-feel-you/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Belly’s “Feed The Tree” https://www.stereogum.com/2291899/the-alternative-number-ones-bellys-feed-the-tree/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2291899/the-alternative-number-ones-bellys-feed-the-tree/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 08 Jan 2025 13:17:40 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2291899

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

]]> https://www.stereogum.com/2291899/the-alternative-number-ones-bellys-feed-the-tree/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/feed/ 0 The Alternative Number Ones: Jesus Jones’ “The Devil You Know” https://www.stereogum.com/2291273/the-alternative-number-ones-jesus-jones-the-devil-you-know/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/ https://www.stereogum.com/2291273/the-alternative-number-ones-jesus-jones-the-devil-you-know/columns/the-alternative-number-ones/#respond Wed, 01 Jan 2025 13:55:33 +0000 https://www.stereogum.com/?p=2291273

In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it’s for members only. Thank you to everyone who’s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.

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