Nirvana stands as a pillar of the grunge movement that emerged from the Seattle music scene in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Formed in 1987 by singer/guitarist Kurt Cobain and bassist Krist Novoselic, the band went through a series of drummers before recruiting Dave Grohl in 1990. This final lineup would be the one to experience the explosive success following the release of their seminal album "Nevermind" in 1991, which includes some of the most iconic tracks in rock history such as "Smells Like Teen Spirit," "Come as You Are," and "Lithium." The raw passion and angst captured in their music, along with Cobain's introspective songwriting, resonated with a generation, catapulting them to global fame.

Nirvana's follow-up album, "In Utero," released in 1993, showcased a darker and more complex sound, highlighting the band's evolution and defying the pressure to replicate their previous mainstream success. The band's career, however, was tragically cut short by Cobain's untimely death in 1994, cementing their legacy in a brief, but intensely impactful, span of seven years. Posthumous releases, including "MTV Unplugged in New York" and various live albums such as "Live and Loud" and "Live At The Paramount," have continued to feed the appetite of fans and further imprinted Nirvana's indelible mark on music history. Their influence is reflected in the countless rock and alternative artists that cite Nirvana as an inspiration, and the band's music remains a touchstone for the disaffected and those who find a voice in the band’s raw, emotional expression.

Genres

Grunge

Permanent Wave

Rock

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Latest Release

In Utero (30th Anniversary Super Deluxe)

Nirvana

Album - 72 Tracks - Released October 27, 2023