Interview Replay - Steve Albini - 1962-2024

Steve Albini, musician, engineer and producer of some of the most memorable records of the 90s up through today. His ears and musical sensibilities were stellar and his wit and attitude made him appreciated and revered by most. RIP Steve Albini.
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Steve doesn’t consider himself an audiophile Steve’s turntable and home audio system Taking care of records Favourite record shops Liquidating his record collection Discovering the Stooges & Ramones in Montana Entering the punk scene of Chicago Big Black “Lungs” items and inserts Experimenting and making each record unique Quantities, repressings and collectability The Mentally Ill’s “Gacy’s Place” single Reverse shoplifting at a record store Collecting consignment money “Do you know what a hooker DOESN’T want to do on her night off?” Seeing bands, taking care of ears and hearing Still hearing most detail but aware of decline Never comfortable delegating critical tasks How does Steve protect his hearing? Shifting from “Engineer Steve” to “Creative Musician Steve” Balancing priorities, studio bookings and personal music What’s the best rumour you’ve ever heard about yourself? Who is a band you haven’t worked with that you’d like to? Working with The Stooges Slint spills tea across the recording console Interview wrap up Support our podcast at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide
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[@aliya_punkenglish]

I live in Russia and I can't describe all the ways Steve influenced my life with his punk ethos, his honest attitude, his big heart and, of course, his talent. He proved with his life that doing things on a human level is possible, that you don't have to be big and important to touch people's hearts and that music is not some exclusive unattainable endeavour. Thank you for everything. May your soul rest in peace, dear Steve.

[@sspbrazil]

Well, he didn’t have to worry about his hearing, his heart gave out.

[@txzz4688]

The Man… When someone you’ve never met but has had such incredible influence on your life dies early suddenly, it hurts like family.

[@romulodornelas3206]

When Shellac put out 1000 Hurts, it was some rumours (gossips actually) that Shellac refused to play in Brazil (I’m from Brazil) because the quality of the gears it wasn’t good enough for the band. I’m 2008 Shellac went to Brazil and Argentina, has done a tour, played in a lot small venues and part of the tour, they played in small cities in Brazil in very modest gears for free. Steve Albini, tremendous respect for him and for his passion for the music. RIP

[@R3TR0R4V3]

No fucking way dude. Unbelievable! 😥