Steve Albini, local alternative rock music producer and pioneer, dies at 61

Steve Albini was known for working with independent artists and having a huge impact on the alternative rock scene. He also helped produce albums by Nirvana, PJ Harvey and Pixies.

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[ritatatam]

Steve you were our prophet. All french grunges will miss you forever.

[thechaz]

We love you Steve. God bless you legend

[tomg]

In the 90's, if his name was on the record, I bought it ears unheard. I even bought the Cheap Trick and Fred Schneider records.

[KarlPHorse]

For the first time in 30 years, Nirvana fans are in mourning again.

[BataraKado]

"im a plane" - steve albini.

[Zoe-cz]

No jew or greek rich or poor, male or female. John 2:24, 3:16