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October 23, 1989 – Nirvana played their first ever European show  Riverside – Newcastle upon Tyne

October 23, 1989 - Nirvana played their first ever European show  Riverside - Newcastle upon Tyne

LiveNirvana.com is delighted to offer you a recording of NIRVANA’s inaugural concert in the UK (and Europe), a historical event that transpired on October 23, 1989, at Riverside, Newcastle upon Tyne. This performance marked the commencement of their “Heavier Than Heaven” tour throughout Europe in support of their debut album ‘Bleach.’

The remarkable survival of this documentation traces back to the discovery of a cassette dub, which was previously presumed lost and contained the essence of a master tape. This unique find had a captivating backstory, as it was uncovered with candle wax adorning its case. It was initially rescued from a squat, preserving a piece of NIRVANA’s early history.

On October 21, 1989, the band touched down in the UK, commencing a 35-date European tour alongside their Sub Pop label-mates, TAD. Their journey commenced at The Riverside in Newcastle upon Tyne. As this unforgettable adventure unfolded, it reached its pinnacle when the bands, along with Mudhoney, came together for the tour’s grand finale at the illustrious London Astoria

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