Nirvana's Nevermind Turns 25: MTV Classic Releases Documentary
On September 24, 1991, DGC Records released Nirvana's second studio album, Nevermind, produced by Butch Vig and recorded at Sound City Studios in California. The album became an unexpected milestone in music history, driven by the massive popularity of the single Smells Like Teen Spirit, which turned into a generational anthem. By January 1992, Nevermind reached number one on the US charts, displacing Michael Jackson, and has since sold over 30 million copies. The band—Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl—blended grunge, punk attitude, and pop melody to create a unique phenomenon. For the 25th anniversary, MTV Classic released a mini-documentary featuring unreleased video materials, interviews, and concert footage covering the album's tracks.
Key facts
- Nevermind was released on September 24, 1991 by DGC Records.
- The album was produced by Butch Vig and recorded at Sound City Studios in California.
- Smells Like Teen Spirit became a generational anthem.
- Nevermind reached number one on US charts in January 1992, surpassing Michael Jackson.
- The album has sold over 30 million copies worldwide.
- Nirvana members were Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl.
- MTV Classic released a mini-documentary for the 25th anniversary.
- The documentary includes unreleased video materials, interviews, and concert footage.
Entities
Artists
- Kurt Cobain
- Krist Novoselic
- Dave Grohl
- Butch Vig
Institutions
- DGC Records
- Sound City Studios
- MTV Classic
- Artribune
Locations
- California
- United States