5 Key Facts About Slowdive’s Souvlaki

Released on June 1, 1993, through Creation Records. The album came out during the peak of the shoegaze movement.

It was the band’s second studio album. Souvlaki followed their 1991 debut, Just for a Day.

The album was recorded at multiple studios. Sessions took place at Courtyard, Protocol, and The White House.

Brian Eno contributed to two tracks. He played on “Sing” and “Here It Comes,” though his involvement was minimal.

The title was inspired by a Greek dish. The band liked the word’s sound and its connection to a friend’s nickname.