Alexis Queen

Alexis is the evil genius running the show here at Throwback Pop. When not reminiscing about 90s MTV, they are watching Pixar movies on VHS or thinking about their next Disney World trip.

Woodstock 94: The Mud-Caked Woodstock Everyone Forgot About

When one thinks of Woodstock, the mind often conjures images of the legendary 1969 festival. The event defined a generation with its peace, love,...

Remembering Garth Brooks’ Central Park Concert ‘Garthstock’

In the realm of iconic musical performances, one event stands out as a testament to the power of music and the unifying force it...

Limp Bizkit’s Woodstock 99 Setlist Was Absolutely Fire

In the annals of rock and nu-metal history, few performances have left as indelible a mark as Limp Bizkit's explosive setlist at Woodstock 99....

How Hugh Grant Saved Jay Leno’s ‘Tonight Show’ in 1995

In the world of late-night television, unexpected events can sometimes turn into the most memorable moments. Such was the case in 1995 when Hugh...

Remembering the Debut of Nirvana’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ Video

For many, the 90s truly began with the release of Nirvana's iconic music video, "Smells Like Teen Spirit," in 1991. While the song itself is...

Why Did ‘Bad Boys’ Star Martin Lawrence Get Arrested in 1996?

In 1996, the entertainment world was rocked when news broke that renowned actor and comedian Martin Lawrence had been arrested. The incident sent shockwaves...

Why James Gunn Put a Zune In ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’

In the 2023 film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Chris Pratt's Star-Lord ditches his iconic Sony Walkman from the previous installments in favor...

Remembering the First Lollapalooza Lineup From 1991

In the summer of 1991, a groundbreaking music festival emerged, bringing together alternative, punk, and eclectic music genres in a traveling showcase. Lollapalooza, conceived...

How ‘In Living Color’ Changed Television Forever

Conceived by the creative genius Keenen Ivory Wayans, In Living Color burst onto the scene in 1990 with unparalleled impact. For five seasons, the...

Where Is Arsenio Hall Today? Remembering His Iconic 90s Late Show

In the vibrant landscape of 90s late-night television, few figures shined as brightly as Arsenio Hall. The charismatic host of The Arsenio Hall Show...

Did Avril Lavigne Elbow Kelly Clarkson at the 2002 MTV VMAs?

The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) are known for their unforgettable moments... both on and off the stage. One incident that has lingered in...

Everything We Loved About ‘Headbangers Ball’ on MTV

In the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s, MTV was the epicenter of music culture. The cable television channel helped introduce its young audience...