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

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