Today In Alternative Music History: November 1, 2005

Sliver, a compilation of rare Nirvana recordings, drops. The 22-track CD features selections from 2004's With The Lights Out box set plus a previously unreleased studio version of "Sappy," a rehearsal recording of "Come as You Are" and an early demo titled "Spank Thru." Frances Bean Cobain (Kurt and Courtney's daughter) helps pick the collection's cover art. "We're pulling Frances into the family business," says mom, Courtney Love.