Today’s video of the day is Ned’s Atomic Dustbin – "Kill Your Television" released in 1990.
Ned’s Atomic Dustbin exploded onto the UK indie scene at the end of the 1980s. The band formed in Stourbridge, England, and quickly stood out. They used two bass guitars instead of one. As a result, their sound felt heavier and more urgent. “Kill Your Television” arrived in 1990 and captured that raw energy. It became a rallying cry for the Grebo and alternative crowds. The song also topped the UK Independent Chart, which confirmed the band’s growing influence.
The video for “Kill Your Television” reflects the band’s live reputation. It shows them performing in a dark basement space. The camera stays close and restless. Therefore, the focus stays on movement and sweat, not polish. The band looks unfiltered and intense. This style matched their chaotic shows and stage-diving culture. Meanwhile, the song title added mystery. Fans searched for meaning. However, it came from a simple bumper sticker on bassist Alex Griffin’s instrument.
“Kill Your Television” later appeared on the debut album God Fodder. That record defined Ned’s Atomic Dustbin’s sound. It mixed punk drive with indie melody and noise rock grit. Compared to later albums like Are You Normal? and Brainbloodvolume, God Fodder feels the most immediate. The band later explored darker tones and tighter production. Still, this track remains central to their legacy. It represents the moment when chaos, hooks, and attitude aligned perfectly.
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