‘Nevermind’ turns 25: A look at the numbers behind Nirvana’s iconic album

(MEDIA GENERAL) – An album widely acclaimed to be one of the most influential in the history of rock music turns 25 on Saturday.
Nirvana’s “Nevermind” was released on Sept. 24, 1991, ushering in a wider acceptance of alternative music, grunge style and leaving an indelible mark on the rock landscape.
Here’s a look at some of the numbers inside Nirvana’s iconic album:
9 – It took nine weeks for “Nevermind” to “go platinum” in the U