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Nirvana: Nevermind (Classic Rock Albums)

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Since the death of Kurt Cobain, the market for books about Nirvana has been flooded with poorly written tabloid type books rushing to cash in and make the quick buck on the unsuspecting fan. Classic Rock Albums Nirvana Nevermind is as far from this as possible. Nirvana Nevermind is a refreshingly indepth look at the people and processes involved in making Nevermind. This book is full of interesting facts and firsthand accounts from those directly involved. Not since Come As You Are has there been a book this much inside information. Everything from sessions leading up to the recording of the album to the hysteria was to follow. I recommend this book to anyone that considers themselves a fan of Nirvana or even a just a fan of good music. -Josh Van Camp President of Nirvana FMQ vancamp2@pilot.msu.edu

This book gives an excellent account of what led to the great CD we now know as Nevermind. It briefly describes Nirvana's rise to stardom and gives a glimpse into the personalities of the members, but is at its best in describing how the actual production of the album went. Using numerous sources, the author lets us listen to Nevermind in a completely different way. The only downside is that it is a relatively short work, and I left wanting more

Nirvana was an iconic album of the alternative rock genre. "Classic Rock Albums: Nevermind Nirvana" is just short of the music CD itself in fully understanding the album that made the grunge movement of the early nineties so memorable. Taking a look at the early days of Nirvana's career complete with black and white photographs of the band's early days, information on recording sessions, and information on each track of the million selling album. "Classic Rock Albums: Nevermind Nirvana" is an absolute must have for any Nirvana fan who can't get enough of trivia for the group.

It tells alittle bit about the history of Nirvana but its mostly about the making of Nevermind and about the songs. Its pretty good.

Through a combination of meticulous research and a genuine love of their subject, the authors have produced the definitive work on Nirvana's most noted album, "Nevermind." The book would be of great value if only for its account of how the album's songs were created, but it is much more than a simple, annotated sessionography. Berkenstadt and Cross interviewed nearly everyone who worked on the album, including the surviving band members and producer Butch Vig. Moreover, they have a real feel for the Seattle music scene that spawned Kurt Cobain's band, and for the influences that shaped his music. Reading this account of how the band came together and created something new from those influences is similar to the impressions burned into rock memory of a young Elvis Presley earning his wings at Sam Phillips' Sun Records in Memphis nearly four decades earlier, and of the later formation of the Beatles in far away Liverpool. The book, which includes dozens of photographs, is a must for Nirvana fans, but anyone interested in the history and evolution of rock music also will find it both entertaining and informative.

Allen J. Wiener (Author of "The Beatles: The Ultimate Recording Guide")