01-02-2026, 02:02 PM
Before MTV, music videos were usually clipped from some full-length live performance concert, or were some weird art experiment that didn't really have an outlet, except for weird art film showcases.
Music content was relegated to Fri/Sat, and sometimes Sun, late night. Videowest Backstage Pass. Night Flight were where I first saw Residents, Mike Nesmith and Laurie Anderson videos. I don't think those ever made it into rotation on MTV, but they helped define the format.
I guess Jello Biafra finally is getting his wish...
--tg
Music content was relegated to Fri/Sat, and sometimes Sun, late night. Videowest Backstage Pass. Night Flight were where I first saw Residents, Mike Nesmith and Laurie Anderson videos. I don't think those ever made it into rotation on MTV, but they helped define the format.
I guess Jello Biafra finally is getting his wish...
--tg