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Nirvana - Incesticide (Compilation) (1992)
Tracklist, Album Image Covers and Info
Nirvana – Incesticide (1992)
Released on December 14, 1992, Incesticide is a compilation album by Nirvana. The album collects B-sides, rarities, demos, and covers from the band’s early years, giving fans a deeper look into Nirvana’s formative sound.
Although not a standard studio album, Incesticide achieved commercial success and remains a fan favorite for its raw and eclectic tracks.
Album Tracklist
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Dive
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Sliver
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Stain
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Been a Son
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Turnaround (Devo cover)
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Molly’s Lips (The Vaselines cover)
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Son of a Gun (The Vaselines cover)
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Stinking Old Man
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Candy
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Aero Zeppelin
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Beeswax
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Downer
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Mexican Seafood
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Hairspray Queen
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Aero Zeppelin (Demo)
Note: Track listings may vary slightly between CD and vinyl editions.
Album Credits
Band Members
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Kurt Cobain – vocals, guitar
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Krist Novoselic – bass
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Dave Grohl – drums
Additional Musicians
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Chad Channing – drums on earlier recordings
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Guest musicians on some demos and B-sides
Production
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Producers: Jack Endino, Butch Vig, Steve Fisk
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Recorded 1988–1991 at various studios in Seattle
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Label: DGC Records
The compilation highlights multiple recording sessions, from lo-fi demos to polished studio tracks.
Album Cover
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Features a striking black-and-white illustration by graphic artist Robert Fisher.
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Imagery includes surreal, abstract creatures and motifs reflecting Nirvana’s edgy, irreverent aesthetic.
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The cover fits the compilation’s eclectic and underground nature.
Musical Style
Incesticide spans:
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Early grunge rawness
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Punk rock energy
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Experimental demos and covers
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Lo-fi and studio-polished tracks
Highlights include aggressive tracks like “Dive” and melodic covers like “Molly’s Lips,” showing Nirvana’s versatility and sense of humor.
Fun Facts & Trivia
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“Sliver” was originally released as a single in 1990 and became a fan favorite.
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The album includes several covers of The Vaselines and Devo, reflecting Cobain’s influences.
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Many tracks were previously only available on vinyl singles or underground releases.
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Incesticide was released between Nevermind and In Utero, maintaining fan interest.
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The compilation showcases Kurt Cobain’s early songwriting experimentation.
Did You Know?
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The album title Incesticide is a made-up, provocative word reflecting the band’s dark humor.
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Several songs on the compilation were recorded at Seattle’s Reciprocal Recording with Jack Endino.
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Incesticide charted internationally, proving Nirvana’s massive popularity following Nevermind.
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The compilation includes tracks recorded with both Chad Channing and Dave Grohl on drums, showing the band’s evolution.
