In Utero

:For the term used in biology, see in utero.

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In Utero is Nirvana's third and final studio album, released in September 1993.

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Following the massive and unexpected commercial success of Nirvana's second album, Nevermind, in 1991, the band had intended to "return to its roots" by recording a more abrasive and less "mainstream"-sounding release. Singer/ guitarist Kurt Cobain had admitted his fear of alienating Nirvana's core fanbase of punk and indie rockers with its recent superstardom, and the band chose Steve Albini, a well-respected producer and member of the bands Rapeman and Big Black, to record the album. In the end, Nirvana was able to have its cake and eat it too: In Utero opened at #1 on the Billboard 200, and had hit singles with the songs "Heart-Shaped Box," "All Apologies" and "Rape Me," but also showcased the band's more corrosive and experimental side with tracks like "Scentless Apprentice" and "Milk It," keeping its punk credibility intact.

In utero: :For the term used in biology, see in utero....

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