Nirvana - Album Review

NIRVANA (nir-vah-nuh) - noun

1. A place or state characterised by freedom from or oblivion to pain, worry, and the external world.

It seems ironic that the frontman to a band of such a name ended his life because of the pain, worry and interactions with the external world he encountered during his life. 

Nirvana's final album, self-titled, features 15 of the greatest tracks that defined a generation. With personal favourites "You Know You're Right", "About A Girl", "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and "Come As You Are".

The "best of" album opens with the final song composed by the late, great Kurt Cobain "You Know You're Right". This personal favourite of mine draws attention through the introductory guitar playing subtle minor chords, followed by a strong base commanding the attention of those who are fortunate enough to hear it. This song has the ability to change my mood in a matter of seconds. Although it seems to have a darker edge to it, the initial voice, rhythm and melody of the song are calming, soothing... by the end of the song the tranquil atmosphere previously created is destroyed by harsh vocals, louder, more deliberate guitar chords being struck and a less rhythmic pattern. The ability of one song to manipulate the mood of its listeners is amazing, particularly when the moods aren't simply happy to sad or vis versa.

The unique nature of Nirvana as a grunge rock band makes this album even more interesting to listen to because this genre of music is quite new, unlike other genres such as pop, rock or classical.

Fans will not be disappointed with this final album designed to capture the greatest hits ever produced by Nirvana, along with the last song ever composed by the band. The haunting nature of Nirvana's music stays with you forever as one of the most innovative band of the 90s.