Steve Albini, alt-rock musician and producer, founder of Chicago recording studio, dies at 61 

"For less than the cost of a Big Mac, fries and a Coke, you can buy a loaf of fresh bread and some good cheese or roast beef, which you will enjoy much more." -Steve Albini Words of wisdom from a talented man. RIP

This is a sad day. He will truly be missed. RIP Steve 😢

A talented man, musician, producer. I will miss you friend. Thank you for being born and embracing your call. We love you. Rest in peace legend

I'm subscribed to his youtube channel. He's been one of the key figures explaining analogue recording techniques to the current generation (personally answered on of my questions about tape speeds). I really hope his family can keep the studio going. RIP to the one of the most important people to sit behind a recording desk

Songs about ****ing is one of my favorite albums, I will play it loud today.

RIP Steve Albini, you seemed like a nice guy when I met you after seeing Shellac in 2016

RIP Steve! Thanks for all the great albums and laughter.

Rip Stephen Albini, you will be missed

A good guy. Way too early. I met him once, sat in and participated a little on an interview. He was totally focused, took us seriously, polite, intelligent, patient, open. He had qualities of authenticity that we all need to learn from.

I'll be lucky if I don't bust out crying

Rest easy mate.. you were brilliant 🙏🏻😞 in utero is one of my favourite records he worked on. He was absolutely awesome.

Gosh… I’m wordless… Rest in Peace Albini.

What a loss. RIP Steve! ❤️

indie/underground/noise music would not be half as exciting without him.

He produced Razorblade Suitcase by Bush and I will always love that album ❤😢

Steve was among the last of a dying breed in some ways. Hopefully future generations are inspired by his methods of analog recording. Digital isn't all that bad and is more cost effective but there's just something about analog tape production that cannot be beat.

just heard the sad news... Rest in peace Steve, from a hungarian fan

Woke up this morning thinking about Steve Albini.

Wow...that sucks.... the music world needs guys like Steve...gutted

Love his principles and fair criticism of the music industry greed. He had an album just about to come out.... Died very unexpectedly and suddenly because, I #bethewasboosted

RIP LEGEND 🙏

"just a little pinprick..."

inspirational human being a great man, Mr. Steve Albini is a legend.

Wow, I just heard the news, thank you Steve for the gifts you talents were able to produce. You are one of my influences for sure! R.I.P.

Tragic. True loss for music.

Gone too soon🙏

How many more heart attacks?

Im in tears. This man dedicated his life to his craft and was such an honest soul. This hurts tremendously

Experts are BAFFLED. Safe and effective.

Rock and Roll never dies. Rock on Steve. Too bad we live in the age of BAFFLED DOCTORS and SUDDEN DEATH.

Big Black broke up in 80s not the 90s - real ace reporting here. That being said, Mr. Albini was a legend, and legends never die. Thank you for your art and RIP.

Steve Albini was so much more than just the recording engineer for Nirvana and PJ Harvey. Big Black and Shellac were very important bands that he was the creative force behind

R.I.P. LEGEND!

He was a nice guy.

Gone too soon 😢

heart attack. Gee I wonder why that happened ?

I liked "Walking into Clarksdale!!!"

Too young, so much more to say. Rest in music, Steve.

LEGENDARY.

For Steve Albini, a maestro of sound whose sonic legacy reverberates eternally. The news of his passing hits hard-a reminder of the fragility of life and the pain of losing someone whose talent seemed boundless. At just 61, his departure feels untimely, leaving behind a void that echoes in the hearts of millions who found solace in his music. Steve's productions weren't just albums; they were lifelines, guiding us through the ebbs and flows of existence. From the blistering energy of the Pixies 'Surfer Rosa' which inspired the sound for Nirvana 'In Utero' to the haunting melodies of PJ Harvey's 'Rid of Me,' his work shaped not only our musical tastes but also our musical identities. His touch transformed raw emotion into sonic masterpieces that spoke to us in moments of joy and despair. For me, his music was more than just a soundtrack-it was a lifeline during my darkest times. Each album became a companion, a friend that understood the depths of my struggles. When I felt lost, alone, or overwhelmed, Steve's productions provided comfort and catharsis, reminding me that I wasn't alone in my pain. Steve's legacy extends far beyond the albums he produced; it lives on in the countless artists he inspired and mentored throughout his career and is a reminder of the profound impact one person can have on the lives of many; one that lives on in the melodies that continue to echo through our lives, offering solace and inspiration in times of need. He leaves behind a void that can never be filled, but his music will continue to resonate with listeners for generations to come, a testament to his enduring influence. Thank you Steve. Love and peace. RIP Steve Albini (1964-2024)

Sad indeed. Genuinely talented and honest person RIP

One of my punk rock heroes.. I know it sounds ridiculous but it’s always tough losing the innovators of that genre. Big Black were legendary. Rest in Peace Steve 🥀🔥

RIP

No.... I can't believe he's dead...

I didn’t know him but the news hit me unexpectedly hard.

We lost a LIVING LEGEND❤ BUT HIS IMPACT WILL LIVE FOREVER

His RU-vid videos are so useful to anyone interesting in recording. Seemed like someone who truly loved what he did and went his own way about it. RIP.

end of an era. will miss his wit, his writing, his music, and above all, his honesty. thank you steve.

I used to do to Big Black shows back in the day. Never a bad show and I would always try and say hi to Steve back stage. Also, I would see him from time to time at Jesus Lizard gigs back in the early nineties. He never said much because he was always listening ,but when he did speak, it was always something worth paying attention to.

steve albini: enjoyer of art photos.

Awww dang man thats sad. Check out his youtube channel too, he has lots of good recording tips:( Rest in peace.

Rip Steve Albini ❤

Damn. This is a tough one. The work he did with Slint is masterful. RIP o7

No talk about Rapeman???!!

Chicago legend. I hope people realize how many records this man brought to life. Even outside of the obvious Nirvanas or PJ Harveys. Bands like ZAO, Slint or Foxy Shazam. His own projects like Shellac have also left a lasting impact. RIP

RIP Steve 😢

Ahh man. Albini was such a legend, gave us many great records

His writings and interviews are great and essential as well.

Steve Albini, alt-rock musician and producer, founder of Chicago recording studio, dies at 61. 27.5.24. so bored that he once worked alongside wedding present. yeah, probably one of the good guys....

Steve Albini never had to address his self-admitted attraction to children (proof: his Big Black tour diaries) because he was considered part of the punk rock cultural intelligentsia. The media just never called him out on it.

61 is pretty young

Total pro and expert recording engineer. RIP.

Rest in peace legend. Had my shellac tickets and all :(

Rest in peace Steve Albini Thanks for making the music world a better place👍

Started following BB and Shellac as a midwestern teen in the 90's. Very interesting guy, RIP.

Both of his WSOP bracelets in stud are just as much of an accomplishment as his music and engineering imho

Pixies-Surfer Rosa

The guy was a genius

Je suis choquee !! Steve Albini est pour moi un artiste et producteur à part entière dans le milieu du rock math rock expérimental noise etc il a produit les meilleurs et je le remercie et lui souhaite de reposer en paix RIP Steve albini ta musique est éternel

Surreal.. RIP Steve.

That's sad. I love the live version of Dead Billy on Pigbile. The guitar strum sounds like a harpsichord being dropped on a cement factory floor.

RIP Steve

R.I.P.

Rest easy Steve 🙏

R.I.P STEVE ALBINI What great albums he helped make. Yet another music legend gone waay too soon. Only 61 years old!

RIP Steve.

Damn!

Legend, one of the main reasons why i love music production. RIP master Steve.

What happened with Steve this past week?? How was he??

The guy spoke out a lot of bad things about politics, which I thought he had no place in and no opinion who cares just shut up and make music. He seemed very agitated in his later year, so perhaps this explains why his demise is so young.

I just found out today, and now I miss him dearly 😭😭😭

Friggin vaccine

Buon viaggio Steve. Adesso la tua chitarre sculaccera gli angeli che non si comporteranno bene. Ciao buon viaggio

Rips my heart out... I can not believe this... i love you Steve

Jabbied.

I still can’t Believe it man 😢

One of the greatest.

LEGEND RIP

We will miss you big homie - rest in peace Steve

To the one true god above here is my prayer...

He loved kids...

Legend

In a cellar, close to our hq & about 20 years ago, one of these unknown postHC bands called Iso Rivolta once played Kerosene only at the soundcheck. For us four people. Unforgettable.

AWE!

He was brilliant. RIP Steve Albini.

Damn right Steve Albini was a legend and that's real. RIP Steve.

Legend 😔

He left a tremendous legacy of records, music and ethics.

RIP CHICAGO LEGEND

💉💉💉💉💉💉