All Songs Considered Nirvana's 'In Utero' at 30
Sep 12, 2023
In this podcast, they discuss the 30th anniversary of Nirvana's 'In Utero' album, exploring the unique sound of producer Steve Albini and discussing the challenges faced in remixing the songs. They also talk about the band's recording experience, reception of the album, and upcoming anniversary release.
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1993 Music Influence
- Dave Grohl, in 1993, enjoyed The Jesus Lizard, Pixies, and Frank Black.
- He admired Steve Albini's distinct drum sound, evident in these bands' albums.
Albini's Signature Sound
- Steve Albini's signature sound is achieved through a specific recording process.
- His drum sound, in particular, was unique and admired by Nirvana.
Recording Nevermind vs In Utero
- Nirvana aimed for a natural, realistic sound on In Utero, prioritizing the band's live energy.
- They sought to avoid overly compressed or disconnected sounds, unlike some 80s recordings.