Kreative Kontrol Ep. #1044: Steve Albini (2008)
Nov 27, 2025
Steve Albini, an influential recording engineer and guitarist known for founding Electrical Audio and playing in Big Black and Shellac, offers a candid look into music and politics. He humorously discusses Canadian stereotypes while sharing fond memories of touring Toronto and Montreal. Albini critiques U.S. politics in 2008, expressing concerns about age and competence in candidates. He also touches on the absurdities of the conservative party's strategies and reflects on universal healthcare, hinting at a potential move to Canada.
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Why Shellac Hadn't Played Toronto Or Montreal
- Steve Albini explains Shellac avoided Toronto and Montreal because they weren’t on natural routing and had no pressing reason to stop there.
- The band routed through Detroit and upstate New York to make Toronto and Montreal stops feasible.
Pilfered Stationery And A Dollar Toque
- Steve recounts recording at Triumph’s studio in Mississauga and pilfering Triumph stationery afterward.
- He used the stolen stationery for correspondence and remembers buying a toque in Toronto for a dollar.
Personal Impressions Of Montreal
- Steve praises Montreal for exceptional food and attractive, sturdy-looking women, noting personal memories like proposing there.
- He mentions favorite Montreal meals and the city's romantic reputation tied to French culture and bagels.
