Icon
Nirvana · 2010
41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · grunge
A raw and powerful collection of grunge anthems that encapsulates the angst of a generation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like emotional intensity cathartic bursts of energy reflective moments of vulnerability
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'Icon' is a posthumous compilation album that gathers Nirvana's most impactful tracks following their explosive rise in the early 1990s. This release came nearly two decades after Kurt Cobain's death, reflecting the band's enduring legacy in alternative rock and grunge music.
- If you like
- alternative rock, grunge
Icon is an album by Nirvana, released in 2010. A raw and powerful collection of grunge anthems that encapsulates the angst of a generation. 'Icon' serves as a testament to Nirvana's influence, reaching significant chart positions and receiving critical acclaim for capturing the essence of 90s rock. Notably, tracks like 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' remain cultural touchstones, illustrating the band's impact on subsequent generations of musicians and listeners alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Icon sound like?
A raw and powerful collection of grunge anthems that encapsulates the angst of a generation. Rooted in alternative rock and grunge.
What makes Icon by Nirvana notable?
'Icon' serves as a testament to Nirvana's influence, reaching significant chart positions and receiving critical acclaim for capturing the essence of 90s rock. Notably, tracks like 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' remain cultural touchstones, illustrating the band's impact on subsequent generations of musicians and listeners alike. Released in 2010, 'Icon' is a posthumous compilation album that gathers Nirvana's most impactful tracks following their explosive rise in the early 1990s. This release came nearly two decades after Kurt Cobain's death, reflecting the band's enduring legacy in alternative rock and grunge music.
Who is Icon for?
Icon works well if you're into wave-like emotional intensity, cathartic bursts of energy and reflective moments of vulnerability.
How many songs are on Icon?
Icon has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Know You're Right 3:37
- 2 Smells Like Teen Spirit Standout 5:02
- 3 Come as You Are Standout 3:40
- 4 Lithium 4:17
- 5 In Bloom 4:15
- 6 Heart-Shaped Box Standout 4:40
- 7 Pennyroyal Tea 3:36
- 8 Rape Me 2:50
- 9 Dumb 2:31
- 10 About a Girl (acoustic) 3:09
- 11 All Apologies (acoustic) 3:45
Release Date
August 31, 2010
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 22 sec
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