Reviewing U2's "Discothèque" in the Alternative Number Ones Series
By
Tom Breihan
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
This article is part of a series reviewing every #1 single on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs chart. The specific entry covers U2's "Discothèque" and its place in the alternative rock chart history. The article also discusses Bad Religion's early discography, particularly their 1983 album that remains out of print.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledLA punks Bad Religion have made a lot of albums over the years, but there's only one that'll remain out of print until the end of time.
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.
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