MTV 120 Minutes 'Left of the Dial' Set List Notes

Details

Date
April 01, 1993 (uncertain)
Venue
MTV 120 Minutes 'Left of the Dial' New York, New York (Manhattan)
Billed As
Robyn Hitchcock
Gig Type
Radio

Notes

This release is a bit mysterious - it's unclear when, if ever, Robyn played "Wreck if the Arthur Lee" live on MTV. This disc may contain the studio version of the track, or it could have been played live when Robyn hosted 120 minutes in 1993, although if so, it was not broadcast (Serpent at the Gates of Wisdom was definitely played and not broadcast; it can be seen in the complete video linked from our page for this appearance).

"Left of the Dial" was a syndicated radio program for college stations; MTV would send promo CDs to stations for airplay. This is from a disc entitled MTV 120 Minutes 'Left Of The Dial' #51-65 (Spring 1993, weeks 11, 12, 13) Profile, "Wreck of the Arthur Lee"
(Robyn also recorded 'The Yip Song' and 'Arms of Love' for the video version of this program)


We have two other entries in the database entitled "Left of the Dial" but these appear to be two versions of a four-disc Rhino Records 80s alternative revival. From Discogs:

"120 Minutes Left Of The Dial" is a compilation of segments from MTV's "120 Minutes" show, which aired from 1986 to 2000. It features pre-recorded segments showcasing alternative music and interviews with artists. The collection includes music from various bands and artists, such as Ride, Rumblefish, and Sugar, and includes brief snippets of their music and interviews. The show originally focused on alternative music and was known for featuring a diverse range of artists, including mainstream acts like Nirvana. For more details, you can check the collection on platforms like Discogs."