09 - XTC "Mayor of Simpleton" (April 1989)

Will Westercauw invites Elizabeth Merritt into the studio to talk about songs that peaked on the Billboard Modern Rock charts in April 1989, as well as the importance of older siblings on developing musical appreciation. Songs under discussion include XTC's "Mayor of Simpleton", Robyn Hitchcock & the Egyptians's "Madonna of the Wasps", Morrissey's "The Last of the Famous International Playboys", and Erasure's "Stop!" Season 2 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1pTIGr0DjGFDDh79uRb0Mu

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This Is Modern Rock is a podcast about Alternative Rock Music of the 80's & 90's. Each episode takes a look at one month on the Billboard Modern Rock charts, beginning with September 1988. This Is Modern Rock is currently in Season 5 (1992). Hosted by Will Westercauw - thisismodernrock@gmail.com