Nirvana – Nirvana

Nirvana, released in 2002, is a greatest hits compilation that spans the band’s short but monumental career. Gathering material from Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, and MTV Unplugged in New York, the record serves as both an entry point for new listeners and a reminder of the group’s enduring impact. Classics like Smells Like Teen Spirit, Come As You Are, Lithium, and Heart-Shaped Box are included, alongside fan favorites such as About a Girl and their haunting cover of The Man Who Sold the World.

The compilation also features You Know You’re Right, an unreleased track recorded in 1994 during the band’s final studio session. Its inclusion adds a powerful coda to the Nirvana story, highlighting Kurt Cobain’s raw intensity and the band’s ability to channel vulnerability into cathartic sound. Nirvana captures the essence of the group’s legacy in a single package, a concise but potent reminder of why they remain one of the most influential bands of the modern era.

Reviews

“Nirvana distills the band’s legacy into a single disc, balancing hits with depth and reminding us of their raw power.” – AllMusic

“Even as a greatest hits set, Nirvana feels essential, a reminder of how much Cobain and company reshaped rock.” – Rolling Stone

“The inclusion of You Know You’re Right makes this more than a compilation—it’s a final, devastating statement.” – The Guardian

“For newcomers, Nirvana is the perfect introduction; for longtime fans, it’s a bittersweet reminder of brilliance cut short.” – NME