Birthdate: July 22, 1962
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Pasadena, California, United States
Died: May 7, 2024
Steven Frank Albini was a notable American musician and audio engineer who founded and led influential bands such as Big Black, Rapeman, and Shellac. He gained recognition for his work as an engineer on well-received albums by artists like the Pixies, PJ Harvey, and Nirvana. Albini was known for his rejection of the traditional “record producer” label, preferring to work on a fee-only basis. Throughout his career, he recorded numerous albums, collaborated with prominent artists, and established the respected Chicago recording studio Electrical Audio. Albini was vocal about his views on the music industry, advocating for analog recording methods and emphasizing the importance of artistic independence.
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