Nirvana

In September 1991, when Nirvana played a riveting set at The Moon in New Haven, they were riding high on the wave of their breakout album, *Nevermind*, which had just been released a few weeks earlier. The energy in that live recording of "Drain You" captures a pivotal moment in their career, as the band transitioned from underground icons to mainstream rock phenomena. Interestingly, while this performance was part of a smaller venue tour, it came just before the massive success of their single "Smells Like Teen Spirit" would explode into the cultural zeitgeist. This moment encapsulates the raw passion of the band in those early days, hinting at the monumental impact they would soon have on music and culture. It's a vivid reminder of how quickly things can change in the music world—one minute you're playing intimate shows, and the next you're at the center of a revolution!

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