Dave Kendall Remembered: The Man Who Made Alt Music Matter | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

Dave Kendall, the visionary host who launched 120 Minutes on MTV and helped define alternative music for a generation, has passed away. Known for his authentic love of music and his role as a champion for underground artists, Kendall didn’t just play songs—he created a vital space for sounds that would become legends. After MTV, he kept thriving as a TV host, DJ, and even a journalist in Thailand, never losing his passion for music. His legacy lives on as the heartbeat of a cultural movement that reshaped how we discovered and celebrated music. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…