Albinis death and cause of death was confirmed by Taylor Hales of Electrical Audio.
That band last until 1987.
From 1987 to 1988, Albini sang and played guitar for Rapeman, named after a Japanese comic book.
Steve Albini at his Chicago studio in 2014Brian Cassella/Getty Images
The short-lived band broke up after one album, two singles and an EP.
Albini later expressed remorse over the band name, calling it a flippant choice, unconscionable and indefensible.
Albini formed Shellac in 1992, a band that continues to this day.
But in the history of rock, Albinis name will forever be linked to Nirvana.
Albini refused to re-record.
The band brought in R.E.M.
Albini bought the Chicago studio Electrical Audio in 1995, and continued working there and operating until his death.
Complete information on survivors was not immediately available.
