Nevermind

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Nirvana's Nevermind is a pivotal album released on September 24, 1991, by DGC Records. It marked a significant shift in the music landscape by popularizing grunge and alternative rock. The album features iconic tracks like "Smells Like Teen Spirit," "Come As You Are," "Lithium," and "In Bloom," showcasing a blend of raw energy and melodic songcraft. Produced by Butch Vig and mixed by Andy Wallace, Nevermind achieved unexpected commercial success, topping charts worldwide and selling over 30 million copies globally. The album's impact extends beyond its commercial success. It transformed the music industry by breaking down barriers between alternative and mainstream music. Nevermind influenced a generation of musicians, from Radiohead to Billie Eilish, and is frequently ranked among the greatest albums of all time. Its cultural significance was recognized by the Library of Congress, which added it to the National Recording Registry in 2004. Despite its massive success, the band members expressed mixed feelings about the album's production, but its legacy remains unparalleled in shaping the sound of the 1990s and beyond.