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Bleach
by Nirvana
The 599th greatest album of all time
Bleach is Nirvana's 1989 debut album, recorded with producer Jack Endino at Reciprocal Recording in Seattle and released on Sub Pop. The record has a raw, heavy sound defined by thick, distorted guitars, strong bass presence, and gritty low fidelity production that draws on punk, sludge metal, and noise rock while helping define the early grunge and alternative rock aesthetic. Kurt Cobain's songs alternate between abrasive, riff-driven tracks and more melodic moments, presenting the band in a blunt, uncompromising early form.
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