Morrissey - Our Frank (120 Minutes, taped in 1991)

This man needs no longer introduction. Though representing more mainstream root of alternative rock genre, Morrissey himself along with his videos were frequent guests on MTV's 120 Minutes. The Smiths legend was still very strong back in those days, as they were (and still are) considered as one of the most influential bands of all times. 

There is not enough space here to present the whole Morrissey music accomplishments, therefore let us pay attention on the song and video "Our Frank". It was the leading single of the third Morrissey LP, "Kill Uncle", released in 1991. The music video was taped in 1991, as well. Though working with verified producers, most of the songs on this LP were conceived with the former Fairport Attraction guitarist, Mark Nevin. And that was probably the reason why most of them, old-fashioned ballads, did not have a standard Morrissey touch. They were dominated by the sound of acoustic guitars, violins, piano, resembling the old 50's and 60's tunes. This particular song "Our Frank" is a perfect example and good representative for the whole album. It constitutes an album literary highlight as well, being an overwhelming confession of helplessness and confusion in the darkness of the modern world.