Released in August 1994, Jeff Buckley’s Grace is an album like no other. A moderate hit in the ‘90s, Grace has now risen into the pantheon of “greatest albums of all time” lists by countless fans and critics, with his cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” frequently cited as one of the finest songs ever recorded (there’s even an entire book about just that song).

What is it about Buckley’s music that strikes such a deep (secret?) chord? This week I talk with Jacob Givens, a writer, musician, and podcaster widely known for his viral videos that capture the visceral feeling of hearing ‘90s music for the first time. We talk about the new documentary, It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, and reflect on ‘90s music culture, masculinity in American rock, the weird tragedy of Buckley’s untimely 1997 death, and the evolving appeal of his signature work.

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