In Utero is the third and final studio album by American rock band Nirvana. It was released on September 21, 1993, by DGC Records. After breaking into the mainstream with their second album, Nevermind (1991), Nirvana hired Steve Albini to record In Utero, seeking a more complex, abrasive sound that was also reminiscent of their debut album, Bleach (1989). Although frontman and lyricist Kurt Cobain claimed that the album was “very impersonal”, many of its songs contain heavy allusions to his personal life and struggles, expressing feelings of angst that were common on Nevermind. The album was recorded over two weeks in February 1993 at Pachyderm Studio in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. After recording finished, rumors circulated that DGC might not release the album due to Albini’s abrasive and uncommercial sound. The album was mastered by Bob Ludwig to achieve a more desirable sound for both Nirvana and their label. The band later hired producer Scott Litt to remix the singles “All Apologies”, “Heart-Shaped Box” and “Pennyroyal Tea”, to Albini’s dismay. In Utero was a major commercial and critical success. Critics praised the album’s raw, unconventional sound and Cobain’s lyricism. It reached number one on the US Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart; “Heart-Shaped Box” and “All Apologies” reached number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart. The album is certified five-times platinum in the US and has sold 15 million copies worldwide. It was the final Nirvana album before Cobain’s suicide in 1994. “Pennyroyal Tea”, planned as a single prior to Cobain’s death, was released in 2014 and reached number one on the now-defunct Billboard Hot 100 Singles Sales chart.
Tracklisting
- Serve The Servants (3:34)
- Scentless Apprentice (3:47)
- Heart-Shaped Box (4:39)
- Rape Me (2:49)
- Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge On Seattle (4:07)
- Dumb (2:29)
- Very Ape (1:55)
- Milk It (3:52)
- Pennyroyal Tea (3:36)
- Radio Friendly Unit Shifter (4:49)
- Tourette’s (1:33)
- All Apologies (3:50)
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Videos
Выпуск №69. Nirvana – In Utero (2013 Mix)(2 × Vinyl, Album, 12, 45 RPM, Gatefold, 180 Gram)
More Videos
- Nirvana - Heart-Shaped Box (Official Music Video)
- Scentless Apprentice
- All Apologies
- Nirvana - Milk It ( In Utero )
- Nirvana - Serve The Servants
- Nirvana - Heart Shaped Box
- Rape Me
- Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge On Seattle
- Dumb
- Very Ape
- Pennyroyal Tea
- Radio Friendly Unit Shifter
- Tourette’s
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Release Information
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia URL | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_Utero |
| Format | Vinyl LP Album Reissue |
| Label | Geffen Records |
| Catalog Number | 424 536-1 |
| Notes | Comes with an insert. Matte cover. Generic die-cut inner sleeve. Mastered at Gateway Mastering, Portland, Maine. “Gallons Of Rubbing Alcohol Flow Through The Strip” is not included in the track list - only mentioned in the credits section of the insert. This Universal UK/Geffen release was cut from a different set of master tapes with a significantly different mix of the album (especially “Heart Shaped Box” and “All Apologies”). It is generally accepted but not confirmed that this is Steve Albini’s original, unaltered mix of the album. Supporting that contention, some copies of this UK press included a hype sticker that states “Re-release von Original-Bändern” which translates to “Re-release from original tapes.” The same stampers from this reissue are used in 2015’s [r=7545132] reissue. ℗&© 1993 Geffen Records, Inc. Universal Music (UK) Ltd. are the exclusive licencees for the UK. All songs published by The End Of The Music/EMI Virgin Music Ltd. Made in the EU. From liner notes Suggested Bass and Treble positions: B: 2. T: 5. |
| Discogs URL | Nirvana - In Utero |