Dave Kendall, who created and hosted MTV\u2019s 120 Minutes, has died.<\/p>\n
The British-born presenter and journalist helped found the hit MTV show, which debuted in March 1986 and was dedicated to shining a light on artists from genres that didn\u2019t often get corporate recognition on the radio.<\/p>\n
The series ran through to 2003, creating a platform for punk, ska, synth-pop, post-punk and goth artists, and was hosted by Kendall from its inception in 1986 up until 1992.<\/p>\n
Confirmation of Kendall\u2019s passing was shared by fellow MTV star and 120 Minutes co-host Matt Pinfield.<\/p>\n
Sharing a tribute post yesterday (Tuesday July 14), Pinfield shared his admiration for his co-star, describing him as \u201cone of the true believers\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cLong before alternative music found its way into the mainstream, he was there every week on 120 Minutes, introducing people to bands that would go on to define an era,\u201d the post read. \u201cHe didn\u2019t just host a show. He gave a home to music that deserved to be heard.\u201d<\/p>\n
Pinfield concluded: \u201cHe loved the music, respected the artists, and connected with fans in a way that always felt authentic. That\u2019s a rare gift.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fans have also taken to social media to pay their respects. \u201cDamn. 120 minutes was my go-to for new music. RIP dave,\u201d one wrote, while another agreed: \u201cOh boy !! what a week so far ! I grew up watching 120 Minutes , I learned a lot on my early teens. RIP\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cSad news. Dave was the coolest dude who helped all of us discover the music we\u2019re still listening to. He will be terribly missed. The Pixies<\/a>, Slowdive<\/a>, Lush<\/a>, The Sundays, Mission UK, Siouxsie<\/a>. A true legend,\u201d wrote a third.<\/p>\n \u201cI used to record it on VHS tape every week. I discovered so many alternative bands that I still love. RIP,\u201d someone else wrote on X.<\/p>\n damn. 120 minutes was my go-to for new music. RIP dave. \ud83d\udc94<\/p>\n \u2014 ellen balazki (@ellencbalazki) July 15, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Oh boy !! what a week so far ! I grew up watching 120 Minutes , I learned a lot on my early teens \u2026\u2639\ufe0f\ud83d\ude22 RIP<\/p>\n \u2014 @zenHamd\u00fc (@zenhamdu) July 15, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n I used to record it on VHS tape every week. I discovered so many alternative bands that I still love. RIP. \ud83d\ude22<\/p>\n \u2014 Christopher Chase (@christofurchase) July 15, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Bro\u2026 Sad news. Dave was the coolest dude who helped all of us discover the music we\u2019re still listening to. He will be terribly missed. The Pixies, Slowdive, Lush, The Sundays, Mission UK, Siouxsie. A true legend.<\/p>\n