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fell apart.

fell apart.

slightly slowly

fɛl ʌpɑɹt.

very noisy

distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is slightly slow and monotone, with a distant, muffled sound. The recording is very noisy, suggesting a poor quality environment.

1

I was Chipmunk Sing the Beatles.

i was chipmunk sing the beatles.

moderate speed

aɪ wɑz tʃɪpmʌŋk sɪŋ ðʌ bitʌlz.

balanced in clarity

slightly distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a moderate pace, maintaining a consistent, monotone tone. The recording appears to have been made from a slightly distant location, contributing to a balanced clarity overall.

2

better than the real McCoy. Sounds right.

better than the real mccoy. sounds right.

fast

bɛtɜ˞ ðæn ðʌ ɹil mʌkɔɪ. saʊndz ɹaɪt.

very noisy

distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered at a fast pace, yet in a monotone tone. The background noise is very prominent, making the recording seem quite poor. Additionally, there's a sense of distance in the sound, as if it's originating from a far-off location.

3

Well, that's too bad. That's the- Goodbye, Papa. It's hard to die. But the stars on the beach were just- No, the starfish on the beach were the stars. I didn't have enough ESP.

well, that's too bad. that's the goodbye, papa. it's hard to die. but the stars on the beach were just no, the starfish on the beach were the stars. i didn't have enough esp.

moderate speed

wɛl, ðæt'ɛs tu bæd. ðæt'ɛs ðʌ- ɡʊdbaɪ, pɑpʌ. ɪt'ɛs hɑɹd tu daɪ. bʌt ðʌ stɑɹz ɑn ðʌ bitʃ wɜ˞ dʒʌst- noʊ, ðʌ stɑɹfɪʃ ɑn ðʌ bitʃ wɜ˞ ðʌ stɑɹz. aɪ 'ti hæv ɪnʌf .

noisy

distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered at a moderate pace with a distant, muffled quality, yet his voice remains surprisingly monotone amidst some background noise.

4

I was standing on top of the PA speakers on those columns. I was trying to do a solo like.

i was standing on top of the pa speakers on those columns. i was trying to do a solo like.

slightly fast

aɪ wɑz stændɪŋ ɑn tɑp ʌv ðʌ pɑ spikɜ˞z ɑn ðoʊz kɑlʌmz. aɪ wɑz tɹaɪɪŋ tu du ʌ soʊloʊ laɪk.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered in a monotone voice, sounding distant and slightly fast. There's noticeable background noise throughout the recording.

5

you know, arena rock.

you know, arena rock.

moderate speed

ju noʊ, ɜ˞inʌ ɹɑk.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

very noisy

very bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a moderate pace, yet his voice sounds monotone and muffled, as if heard from a distance, amidst a relatively noisy environment.

6

One last time, test.

one last time, test.

slightly fast

wʌn læst taɪm, tɛst.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice, while maintaining a monotone tone, is delivered at a somewhat brisk pace. The speech appears to have been recorded in a large space, giving it a distant, somewhat hollow sound. Despite the roominess, the clarity of the recording is well-balanced.

7

the audience to see if I could jump into it and I failed.

the audience to see if i could jump into it and i failed.

fast

ðʌ ɑdiʌns tu si ɪf aɪ kʊd dʒʌmp ɪntu ɪt ʌnd aɪ feɪld.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers a fast-paced, monotone speech in a very noisy and distant-sounding environment.

8

You know, and I, and I.

you know, and i, and i.

very fast

ju noʊ, ʌnd aɪ, ʌnd aɪ.

slightly clean

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace with a monotonous tone, sounding as if he's quite far away. The recording is somewhat clean, but there's minimal ambient sound.

9

I was trying to like with my eyes trying to tell them to shut up.

i was trying to like with my eyes trying to tell them to shut up.

moderate speed

aɪ wɑz tɹaɪɪŋ tu laɪk wɪð maɪ aɪz tɹaɪɪŋ tu tɛl ðɛm tu ʃʌt ʌp.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt speaks at a moderate pace, maintaining a monotone tone throughout his speech, which gives the impression of being delivered from a distance. The clarity of the recording is well-balanced.

10

Can't you tell? I mean, haven't you read enough bitchy and dirty?.

can't you tell? i mean, haven't you read enough bitchy and dirty?.

very fast

kæn'ti ju tɛl? aɪ min, heɪvʌn'ti ju ɹɛd ɪnʌf bɪtʃi ʌnd dɜ˞ti?.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, with a monotone tone and a slightly noisy background. His voice seems to echo, giving it a distant quality."

11

We're not rock stars, you know, we're not trying to be.

we're not rock stars, you know, we're not trying to be.

very fast

wi'ɹeɪ nɑt ɹɑk stɑɹz, ju noʊ, wi'ɹeɪ nɑt tɹaɪɪŋ tu bi.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech in a rapid, monotone manner, sounding distant and slightly muffled due to background noise.

12

Although we did display a lot of Rockstar. They immediately did.

although we did display a lot of rockstar. they immediately did.

slightly fast

ɔlðoʊ wi dɪd dɪspleɪ ʌ lɑt ʌv ɹɑkstɑɹ. ðeɪ ɪmidiʌtli dɪd.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice, sounding very monotone, is delivered at a slightly fast pace amidst a backdrop of heavy noise. The distant-sounding quality suggests a poor recording quality.

13

started grabbing for me and trying to rip my flesh off for souvenirs. You know, oh, I have a piece of Kurt's forearm.

started grabbing for me and trying to rip my flesh off for souvenirs. you know, oh, i have a piece of kurt's forearm.

fast

stɑɹtɪd ɡɹæbɪŋ fɔɹ mi ʌnd tɹaɪɪŋ tu ɹɪp maɪ flɛʃ ɔf fɔɹ suvʌnɪɹz. ju noʊ, oʊ, aɪ hæv ʌ pis ʌv kɜ˞t'ɛs fɔɹɑɹm.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, his voice sounding monotone, and the recording appears to be very noisy with a distant echo, suggesting a poor recording quality.

14

Well, that's I think that's a good point.

well, that's i think that's a good point.

very fast

wɛl, ðæt'ɛs aɪ θɪŋk ðæt'ɛs ʌ ɡʊd pɔɪnt.

very noisy

distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

In a monotone voice, Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, sounding distant due to a very noisy and chaotic environment.

15

reaction from the people that work with us to try to save me, you know, when I do stupid things like that. They're never prepared for it. I just don't know.

reaction from the people that work with us to try to save me, you know, when i do stupid things like that. they're never prepared for it. i just don't know.

very fast

ɹiækʃʌn fɹʌm ðʌ pipʌl ðæt wɜ˞k wɪð ʌs tu tɹaɪ tu seɪv mi, ju noʊ, wɛn aɪ du stupʌd θɪŋz laɪk ðæt. ðeɪ'ɹeɪ nɛvɜ˞ pɹipɛɹd fɔɹ ɪt. aɪ dʒʌst dɑn'ti noʊ.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

In a distant-sounding and monotone voice, the speaker delivers their speech at a rapid pace amidst a noisy environment.

16

It wasn't like before the show I said, I'm going to do that. You know?.

it wasn't like before the show i said, i'm going to do that. you know?.

very fast

ɪt 'ti laɪk bɪfɔɹ ðʌ ʃoʊ aɪ sɛd, aɪ'ɛm ɡoʊɪŋ tu du ðæt. ju noʊ?.

noisy

distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a very fast pace, Kurt delivers his speech in a monotone, distant-sounding voice against a backdrop of background noise.

17

I was really, for a long time, obviously, I was contemplating whether I should do it or not, but.

i was really, for a long time, obviously, i was contemplating whether i should do it or not, but.

very fast

aɪ wɑz ɹɪli, fɔɹ ʌ lɔŋ taɪm, ɑbviʌsli, aɪ wɑz kɑntʌmpleɪtɪŋ wɛðɜ˞ aɪ ʃʊd du ɪt ɔɹ nɑt, bʌt.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech in a rapid pace, exhibiting a monotone tone, amidst a very noisy and somewhat distant-sounding environment.

18

I just wanted to try to do.

i just wanted to try to do.

fast

aɪ dʒʌst wɔntɪd tu tɹaɪ tu du.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is delivered at a quick pace, sounding somewhat monotone, but the clarity of the recording is well-balanced. There's a feeling of distance in the sound, suggesting a large space where the recording took place.

19

Cause it used to be so much fun in clubs.

cause it used to be so much fun in clubs.

fast

kɑz ɪt juzd tu bi soʊ mʌtʃ fʌn ɪn klʌbz.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt speaks in a fast, monotone manner with a slightly distant sound, and there's a touch of background noise in the recording.

20

You know, I used to be able to jump out in the audience and then the audience would like carry me all the way to the back and like, like,

you know, i used to be able to jump out in the audience and then the audience would like carry me all the way to the back and like, like,

very fast

ju noʊ, aɪ juzd tu bi eɪbʌl tu dʒʌmp aʊt ɪn ðʌ ɑdiʌns ʌnd ðɛn ðʌ ɑdiʌns wʊd laɪk kæɹi mi ɔl ðʌ weɪ tu ðʌ bæk ʌnd laɪk, laɪk,

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, with a monotone tone, in a setting that sounds quite distant and noisy.

21

roll around all the way to the back and it's really fun. It was like a celebration, like everyone's getting together.

roll around all the way to the back and it's really fun. it was like a celebration, like everyone's getting together.

very fast

ɹoʊl ɜ˞aʊnd ɔl ðʌ weɪ tu ðʌ bæk ʌnd ɪt'ɛs ɹɪli fʌn. ɪt wɑz laɪk ʌ sɛlʌbɹeɪʃʌn, laɪk ɛvɹiwʌn'ɛs ɡɛtɪŋ tʌɡɛðɜ˞.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, his voice sounding very monotone and distant, with a slight background noise present."

22

These kids just, um.

these kids just, um.

slightly fast

ðiz kɪdz dʒʌst, ʌm.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt speaks in a very monotone voice at a slightly fast pace, delivering his words with a balanced clarity that suggests a distant location.

23

Some of them understand that, they're not used to that, so all they know how to do is to tear people apart.

some of them understand that, they're not used to that, so all they know how to do is to tear people apart.

slightly fast

sʌm ʌv ðɛm ʌndɜ˞stænd ðæt, ðeɪ'ɹeɪ nɑt juzd tu ðæt, soʊ ɔl ðeɪ noʊ haʊ tu du ɪz tu tɛɹ pipʌl ʌpɑɹt.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and slightly fast, with a distant and muffled quality, delivering his words amidst background noise.

24

What was your question?.

what was your question?.

very fast

wʌt wɑz jɔɹ kwɛstʃʌn?.

noisy

distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, with a monotone voice, in a setting that sounds distant and noisy.

25

Oh yeah, yeah, I can feel it. I can sense it. And that's what I'm doing.

oh yeah, yeah, i can feel it. i can sense it. and that's what i'm doing.

very fast

oʊ jæ, jæ, aɪ kæn fil ɪt. aɪ kæn sɛns ɪt. ʌnd ðæt'ɛs wʌt aɪ'ɛm duɪŋ.

very noisy

distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a fast pace, exhibiting a monotone tone, amidst a very noisy environment. His voice seems distant and muffled, suggesting a poor recording quality.

26

At certain times when.

at certain times when.

moderate speed

æt sɜ˞tʌn taɪmz wɛn.

noisy

slightly distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice has a slightly distant sound, exhibiting a monotone tone, and the delivery is at a moderate pace. There's some background noise present in the recording.

27

house lights come on during certain parts of the song I can see everyone in the room.

house lights come on during certain parts of the song i can see everyone in the room.

very fast

haʊs laɪts kʌm ɑn dʊɹɪŋ sɜ˞tʌn pɑɹts ʌv ðʌ sɔŋ aɪ kæn si ɛvɹiwʌn ɪn ðʌ ɹum.

very noisy

distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone, delivered at a rapid pace, yet sounds distant due to a poor recording quality amidst heavy background noise.

28

I think lithium is a good example because.

i think lithium is a good example because.

fast

aɪ θɪŋk lɪθiʌm ɪz ʌ ɡʊd ɪɡzæmpʌl bɪkɔz.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt speaks very quickly, exhibiting a monotone delivery, in a speech that sounds as if it's originating from a distance. The clarity of the recording is well-balanced.

29

when we begin the distortion part.

when we begin the distortion part.

very fast

wɛn wi bɪɡɪn ðʌ dɪstɔɹʃʌn pɑɹt.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt speaks at a rapid pace with a very monotone tone in a noisy environment where his voice sounds very distant."

30

the lights turn on and I can see everybody jump up and down and.

the lights turn on and i can see everybody jump up and down and.

fast

ðʌ laɪts tɜ˞n ɑn ʌnd aɪ kæn si ɛvɹibɑdi dʒʌmp ʌp ʌnd daʊn ʌnd.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is delivered at a fast pace, sounding quite distant and monotone. The recording clarity is balanced overall.

31

And I realized that it's not only just the front part that I can see, but the whole audience.

and i realized that it's not only just the front part that i can see, but the whole audience.

fast

ʌnd aɪ ɹiʌlaɪzd ðæt ɪt'ɛs nɑt oʊnli dʒʌst ðʌ fɹʌnt pɑɹt ðæt aɪ kæn si, bʌt ðʌ hoʊl ɑdiʌns.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and fast, delivered in a distant-sounding, noisy environment.

32

I mean, there's nothing better than, you know.

i mean, there's nothing better than, you know.

very fast

aɪ min, ðɛɹ'ɛs nʌθɪŋ bɛtɜ˞ ðæn, ju noʊ.

noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace in a monotone voice, which is somewhat muffled and noisy, as if he's speaking from quite a distance away.

33

that much of a capacity of people.

that much of a capacity of people.

moderate speed

ðæt mʌtʃ ʌv ʌ kʌpæsʌti ʌv pipʌl.

very noisy

slightly close-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt speaks at a moderate pace with a monotone tone in a somewhat confined space, accompanied by a significant amount of background noise.

34

you know, in tune with.

you know, in tune with.

slightly fast

ju noʊ, ɪn tun wɪð.

noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice in this recording is monotone and slightly fast, with a distant, muffled quality that suggests poor audio quality. There's a noticeable amount of background noise as well.

35

with the band and giving off that much energy. It's just like a little club, but a hundred times more. They always sing during Lithium.

with the band and giving off that much energy. it's just like a little club, but a hundred times more. they always sing during lithium.

fast

wɪð ðʌ bænd ʌnd ɡɪvɪŋ ɔf ðæt mʌtʃ ɛnɜ˞dʒi. ɪt'ɛs dʒʌst laɪk ʌ lɪtʌl klʌb, bʌt ʌ hʌndɹʌd taɪmz mɔɹ. ðeɪ ɔlweɪz sɪŋ dʊɹɪŋ lɪθiʌm.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is monotone and fast, delivering his words in a distant, noisy environment.

36

It says arena on.

it says arena on.

moderate speed

ɪt sɛz ɜ˞inʌ ɑn.

very noisy

distant-sounding

slightly expressive and animated

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt speaks at a moderate pace with a slightly expressive and animated tone, yet the recording quality is poor, with a distant-sounding quality and a high level of background noise.

37

arena on a lot of the shows on itinerary, but they're like five, six thousand seat places.

arena on a lot of the shows on itinerary, but they're like five, six thousand seat places.

moderate speed

ɜ˞inʌ ɑn ʌ lɑt ʌv ðʌ ʃoʊz ɑn aɪtɪnɜ˞ɛɹi, bʌt ðeɪ'ɹeɪ laɪk faɪv, sɪks θaʊzʌnd sit pleɪsʌz.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is distant-sounding, monotone, and slightly muffled, as if coming from a distance. The speech has moderate speed, but the tone lacks expression. There is a noticeable amount of background noise.

38

We wanted to for sure. I mean, we were determined about a year and a half ago after getting off of.

we wanted to for sure. i mean, we were determined about a year and a half ago after getting off of.

fast

wi wɔntɪd tu fɔɹ ʃʊɹ. aɪ min, wi wɜ˞ dɪtɜ˞mʌnd ʌbaʊt ʌ jɪɹ ʌnd ʌ hæf ʌɡoʊ æftɜ˞ ɡɛtɪŋ ɔf ʌv.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is monotone, delivered at a fast pace, and sounds slightly distant, as if recorded in a large space. However, the recording itself appears to be balanced in clarity.

39

you know, the grueling tour that we had, that we wanted to play well.

you know, the grueling tour that we had, that we wanted to play well.

slightly fast

ju noʊ, ðʌ ɡɹuɪlɪŋ tʊɹ ðæt wi hæd, ðæt wi wɔntɪd tu pleɪ wɛl.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone, delivered slightly fast, yet muffled by a significant amount of background noise, giving the impression of a very distant-sounding recording.

40

First of all, we're.

first of all, we're.

slightly fast

fɜ˞st ʌv ɔl, wi'ɹeɪ.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is delivered at a slightly brisk pace, yet maintains a monotone tone. The recording quality is balanced, offering clarity without any significant distractions or background noise. However, there seems to be a slight sense of distance in the sound, giving it a somewhat detached quality.

41

we were going to put out a record that would completely.

we were going to put out a record that would completely.

very fast

wi wɜ˞ ɡoʊɪŋ tu pʊt aʊt ʌ ɹʌkɔɹd ðæt wʊd kʌmplitli.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

almost no noise

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice sounds very monotone and delivers his words at a rapid pace, yet there's a sense of distance in the recording, as if he's speaking from afar. The background noise is quite noticeable.

42

ruin our reputation and only a few thousand people from every city would show up.

ruin our reputation and only a few thousand people from every city would show up.

slightly fast

ɹuʌn aʊɜ˞ ɹɛpjʌteɪʃʌn ʌnd oʊnli ʌ fju θaʊzʌnd pipʌl fɹʌm ɛvɜ˞i sɪti wʊd ʃoʊ ʌp.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and slightly fast, with a distant-sounding quality, delivered amidst faint background noise.

43

But that wasn't the case.

but that wasn't the case.

slightly fast

bʌt ðæt 'ti ðʌ keɪs.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered in a distant, monotone tone, with a hint of speed, against a backdrop of background noise. The recording quality appears somewhat poor, giving the impression of a large, reverberant space.

44

And then we realized that because of the production costs to bring our own lights and our own PA and all that stuff.

and then we realized that because of the production costs to bring our own lights and our own pa and all that stuff.

fast

ʌnd ðɛn wi ɹiʌlaɪzd ðæt bɪkɔz ʌv ðʌ pɹʌdʌkʃʌn kɑsts tu bɹɪŋ aʊɜ˞ oʊn laɪts ʌnd aʊɜ˞ oʊn pɑ ʌnd ɔl ðæt stʌf.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and fast, delivered in a noisy environment that gives a distant, muffled impression.

45

It costs a lot of money and we're to just play.

it costs a lot of money and we're to just play.

very fast

ɪt kɑsts ʌ lɑt ʌv mʌni ʌnd wi'ɹeɪ tu dʒʌst pleɪ.

noisy

slightly distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a monotone, hurried voice, Kurt's speech is delivered rapidly from a slightly distant location, with a background of noise.

46

like venues and clubs.

like venues and clubs.

moderate speed

laɪk vɛnuz ʌnd klʌbz.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt speaks with a monotone voice at a moderate speed, distant and muffled, amidst a very noisy environment.

47

be totally in the hole.

be totally in the hole.

slightly fast

bi toʊtʌli ɪn ðʌ hoʊl.

slightly clean

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt speaks at a slightly fast pace, exhibiting a very monotone tone in his voice. The recording seems to be slightly clean, with a sense of distance in the sound.

48

We're not nearly as rich as everyone thinks we are.

we're not nearly as rich as everyone thinks we are.

slightly fast

wi'ɹeɪ nɑt nɪɹli æz ɹɪtʃ æz ɛvɹiwʌn θɪŋks wi ɑɹ.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered in a monotone voice, slightly fast, with a hint of background noise. The sound is slightly distant, as if recorded in a large space.

49

You have to try to play as big a place as you can if you're using this kind of production.

you have to try to play as big a place as you can if you're using this kind of production.

fast

ju hæv tu tɹaɪ tu pleɪ æz bɪɡ ʌ pleɪs æz ju kæn ɪf ju'ɹeɪ juzɪŋ ðɪs kaɪnd ʌv pɹʌdʌkʃʌn.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and fast, delivered in a distant, noisy environment.

50

We actually have a few, you know, we have a couple mannequins on stage.

we actually have a few, you know, we have a couple mannequins on stage.

fast

wi æktʃuʌli hæv ʌ fju, ju noʊ, wi hæv ʌ kʌpʌl mænʌkɪnz ɑn steɪdʒ.

very noisy

distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is distant-sounding, suggesting a poor recording quality, and he delivers his speech in a very monotone tone with no discernible expression. The pace of his delivery is fast, making the speech feel rushed amidst the background noise.

51

nothing compared to a big inflatable monster you know.

nothing compared to a big inflatable monster you know.

moderate speed

nʌθɪŋ kʌmpɛɹd tu ʌ bɪɡ ɪnfleɪtʌbʌl mɑnstɜ˞ ju noʊ.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a monotonous tone, Kurt speaks at a moderate pace, his voice sounding distant and muffled due to a very noisy and chaotic environment.

52

you know, or an ad.

you know, or an ad.

fast

ju noʊ, ɔɹ æn æd.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

slightly expressive and animated

noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech with a slightly animated and expressive tone, albeit slightly muffled, in a somewhat noisy environment. His pace is quick.

53

from Iron Maiden.

from iron maiden.

very fast

fɹʌm aɪɜ˞n meɪdʌn.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, with a monotone tone, yet the clarity is well-balanced, as if he's speaking from a distance.

54

Well, it is an ugly question, but.

well, it is an ugly question, but.

moderate speed

wɛl, ɪt ɪz æn ʌɡli kwɛstʃʌn, bʌt.

noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech with a monotone tone and a moderate pace, yet the recording seems to have captured him from a distance, giving his voice a muffled and somewhat noisy quality.

55

What kind of ugly answer can I give?.

what kind of ugly answer can i give?.

very fast

wʌt kaɪnd ʌv ʌɡli ænsɜ˞ kæn aɪ ɡɪv?.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and he speaks extremely fast, delivering his words in a distant, echoey space filled with noise.

56

I think the point that we're trying to put off.

i think the point that we're trying to put off.

very fast

aɪ θɪŋk ðʌ pɔɪnt ðæt wi'ɹeɪ tɹaɪɪŋ tu pʊt ɔf.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

slightly expressive and animated

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech briskly, exhibiting a subtle liveliness in his voice, while the recording is marred by significant background noise, creating a distant and muffled sound.

57

in the beginning.

in the beginning.

slightly fast

ɪn ðʌ bɪɡɪnɪŋ.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt's voice is delivered in a monotone manner, slightly fast, yet maintains a balanced clarity, as if heard from a distance."

58

when we're doing all those interviews when Nevermind was getting really popular.

when we're doing all those interviews when nevermind was getting really popular.

fast

wɛn wi'ɹeɪ duɪŋ ɔl ðoʊz ɪntɜ˞vjuz wɛn nɛvɜ˞maɪnd wɑz ɡɛtɪŋ ɹɪli pɑpjʌlɜ˞.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt speaks at a fast pace, delivering his words in a very monotone manner. The recording seems to have a sense of distance, and the clarity is well-balanced throughout.

59

We were really concerned with the people who wanted to come to see our shows and have a good time.

we were really concerned with the people who wanted to come to see our shows and have a good time.

slightly fast

wi wɜ˞ ɹɪli kʌnsɜ˞nd wɪð ðʌ pipʌl hu wɔntɪd tu kʌm tu si aʊɜ˞ ʃoʊz ʌnd hæv ʌ ɡʊd taɪm.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

almost no noise

moderate speech quality

In a monotone voice, Kurt speaks at a brisk pace with a balanced clarity, sounding slightly distant.

60

We were afraid that there would be.

we were afraid that there would be.

moderate speed

wi wɜ˞ ʌfɹeɪd ðæt ðɛɹ wʊd bi.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

almost no noise

moderate speech quality

Kurt speaks at a moderate pace, delivering his words in a distant, monotone tone amidst background noise.

61

these fringe mean type.

these fringe mean type.

moderate speed

ðiz fɹɪndʒ min taɪp.

balanced in clarity

slightly distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a moderately paced delivery with a slightly distant sounding quality, Kurt speaks in a balanced, clear manner, maintaining a very monotone tone.

62

people who don't really like the music, we'd just go to the shows to cause trouble. We didn't want that, you know?.

people who don't really like the music, we'd just go to the shows to cause trouble. we didn't want that, you know?.

fast

pipʌl hu dɑn'ti ɹɪli laɪk ðʌ mjuzɪk, wi'di dʒʌst ɡoʊ tu ðʌ ʃoʊz tu kɑz tɹʌbʌl. wi 'ti wɑnt ðæt, ju noʊ?.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered at a fast pace, yet his voice carries a monotone quality. The recording seems to have a distant, muffled sound, but it's surprisingly clear overall.

63

And we didn't want to have to have security.

and we didn't want to have to have security.

slightly fast

ʌnd wi 'ti wɑnt tu hæv tu hæv sɪkjʊɹʌti.

balanced in clarity

distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

In a slightly fast yet monotone delivery, Kurt's voice carries a distant-sounding quality, maintaining a balanced clarity throughout the speech.

64

like beat up on people to keep them in line and stuff.

like beat up on people to keep them in line and stuff.

moderate speed

laɪk bit ʌp ɑn pipʌl tu kip ðɛm ɪn laɪn ʌnd stʌf.

slightly clean

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is delivered with a monotonous tone at a moderate pace, sounding slightly clean and somewhat distant.

65

since we've.

since we've.

slightly fast

sɪns wi'vi.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a distant and monotone voice, Kurt speaks rapidly amidst a very noisy environment.

66

and had the experience and since we played a bunch of shows like this, there hasn't been any trouble.

and had the experience and since we played a bunch of shows like this, there hasn't been any trouble.

fast

ʌnd hæd ðʌ ɪkspɪɹiʌns ʌnd sɪns wi pleɪd ʌ bʌntʃ ʌv ʃoʊz laɪk ðɪs, ðɛɹ 'ti bɪn ɛni tɹʌbʌl.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt's voice is delivered at a fast pace, but with a very monotone tone, sounding slightly muffled and somewhat distant due to background noise."

67

relieved of that kind of pressure.

relieved of that kind of pressure.

moderate speed

ɹɪlivd ʌv ðæt kaɪnd ʌv pɹɛʃɜ˞.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a moderate pace with a monotone tone, and the recording has a slight background noise. His voice seems to echo, giving it a distant-sounding quality.

68

That's the only concern that we really had, but it obviously.

that's the only concern that we really had, but it obviously.

slightly fast

ðæt'ɛs ðʌ oʊnli kʌnsɜ˞n ðæt wi ɹɪli hæd, bʌt ɪt ɑbviʌsli.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech in a monotone voice at a slightly brisk pace, with a sense of detachment, in an environment with minimal background noise. The audio gives the impression of being recorded from a distance.

69

translated into, we hate our audience.

translated into, we hate our audience.

fast

tɹænzleɪtɪd ɪntu, wi heɪt aʊɜ˞ ɑdiʌns.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a fast pace, with a monotone tone that sounds very distant, amidst a backdrop of significant noise.

70

Sometimes they don't have any control over that. The kids don't have any control over that. They're being pushed over, you know? So it's not their fault. I've noticed like.

sometimes they don't have any control over that. the kids don't have any control over that. they're being pushed over, you know? so it's not their fault. i've noticed like.

very fast

sʌmtaɪmz ðeɪ dɑn'ti hæv ɛni kʌntɹoʊl oʊvɜ˞ ðæt. ðʌ kɪdz dɑn'ti hæv ɛni kʌntɹoʊl oʊvɜ˞ ðæt. ðeɪ'ɹeɪ biɪŋ pʊʃt oʊvɜ˞, ju noʊ? soʊ ɪt'ɛs nɑt ðɛɹ fɔlt. aɪ'vi noʊtʌst laɪk.

noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at an extremely fast pace, with a monotone tone, and in a noisy environment that gives the impression of being quite distant.

71

in a lot of places, especially in England and.

in a lot of places, especially in england and.

moderate speed

ɪn ʌ lɑt ʌv pleɪsʌz, ʌspɛʃli ɪn ɪŋɡlʌnd ʌnd.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a moderate pace, yet his voice sounds very monotone and distant, muffled by a significant amount of background noise.

72

a lot of those festivals in Europe.

a lot of those festivals in europe.

very fast

ʌ lɑt ʌv ðoʊz fɛstʌvʌlz ɪn jʊɹʌp.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, with a monotone tone, yet maintains a balanced clarity. Despite the fast delivery, his voice seems to echo slightly, giving a sense of distance.

73

the bouncer seem to be a lot more accommodating to kids. They're really.

the bouncer seem to be a lot more accommodating to kids. they're really.

slightly fast

ðʌ baʊnsɜ˞ sim tu bi ʌ lɑt mɔɹ ʌkɑmʌdeɪtɪŋ tu kɪdz. ðeɪ'ɹeɪ ɹɪli.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and slightly fast, but the speech is muddled by a great deal of background noise. The recording seems to be from a very distant location, giving it a slightly echoey quality.

74

cautious and not being.

cautious and not being.

moderate speed

kɔʃʌs ʌnd nɑt biɪŋ.

slightly noisy

slightly distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a slightly distant-sounding, moderately noisy environment, Kurt delivers his speech in a very monotone tone, maintaining a moderate pace.

75

making sure that they're not.

making sure that they're not.

very fast

meɪkɪŋ ʃʊɹ ðæt ðeɪ'ɹeɪ nɑt.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt delivers his speech at a rapid pace, exhibiting a monotone tone, in a very noisy and distant-sounding environment."

76

really mean or abusive to the kids.

really mean or abusive to the kids.

moderate speed

ɹɪli min ɔɹ ʌbjusɪv tu ðʌ kɪdz.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech with a monotone voice, maintaining a moderate pace, yet the recording quality is poor, as it sounds very distant and noisy.

77

but in the States.

but in the states.

slightly fast

bʌt ɪn ðʌ steɪts.

balanced in clarity

distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is delivered in a distant, slightly fast pace, yet maintains a balanced clarity. His tone is characterized by a very monotone delivery.

78

We've run into a lot of problems before. I mean, I've actually gotten in total fist fights with them before.

we've run into a lot of problems before. i mean, i've actually gotten in total fist fights with them before.

fast

wi'vi ɹʌn ɪntu ʌ lɑt ʌv pɹɑblʌmz bɪfɔɹ. aɪ min, aɪ'vi æktʃuʌli ɡɑtʌn ɪn toʊtʌl fɪst faɪts wɪð ðɛm bɪfɔɹ.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a fast-paced delivery, the speaker's monotone voice is distant-sounding and obscured by heavy background noise.

79

like had to be saved by my manager and.

like had to be saved by my manager and.

fast

laɪk hæd tu bi seɪvd baɪ maɪ mænʌdʒɜ˞ ʌnd.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice, sounding quite distant and monotonous, delivers his words at a fast pace in a slightly noisy environment.

80

and stuff like that.

and stuff like that.

slightly fast

ʌnd stʌf laɪk ðæt.

noisy

very close-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

"Kurt delivers his speech in a monotone tone, slightly fast, amidst some background noise, suggesting a close-proximity recording."

81

because nothing, I can't think of anything worse. It's too far.

because nothing, i can't think of anything worse. it's too far.

moderate speed

bɪkɔz nʌθɪŋ, aɪ kæn'ti θɪŋk ʌv ɛniθɪŋ wɜ˞s. ɪt'ɛs tu fɑɹ.

noisy

slightly distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt's voice has a moderately monotone tone and is delivered at a moderate speed. The speech is slightly distant-sounding and has a background of noise."

82

beyond that now.

beyond that now.

moderate speed

bɪɑnd ðæt naʊ.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a monotone voice, Kurt speaks at a moderate pace, sounding distant and muffled due to the noisy environment around him.

83

It's been going on for so long, there's nothing we can do about it. That issue doesn't even come up.

it's been going on for so long, there's nothing we can do about it. that issue doesn't even come up.

slightly fast

ɪt'ɛs bɪn ɡoʊɪŋ ɑn fɔɹ soʊ lɔŋ, ðɛɹ'ɛs nʌθɪŋ wi kæn du ʌbaʊt ɪt. ðæt ɪʃu 'ti ivɪn kʌm ʌp.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a monotone voice, Kurt speaks slightly quickly, delivering his words against a backdrop of noise. The sound is distant and somewhat muffled, suggesting a poor recording quality.

84

Well, when I said that.

well, when i said that.

slightly fast

wɛl, wɛn aɪ sɛd ðæt.

slightly clean

distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice sounds slightly monotone, delivered at a slightly fast pace, and has a distant-sounding quality, suggesting a slightly clean recording environment.

85

Like I said, the main reason was to.

like i said, the main reason was to.

slightly fast

laɪk aɪ sɛd, ðʌ meɪn ɹizʌn wɑz tu.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered in a distant-sounding, slightly monotone voice, with a touch of background noise. The pace of his delivery is slightly fast.

86

make sure that we could have a good time at live shows.

make sure that we could have a good time at live shows.

slightly fast

meɪk ʃʊɹ ðæt wi kʊd hæv ʌ ɡʊd taɪm æt laɪv ʃoʊz.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and slightly fast, delivering his words in a rather distant-sounding space with a noticeable amount of background noise.

87

and we just weren't comfortable with it at the time, you know?.

and we just weren't comfortable with it at the time, you know?.

fast

ʌnd wi dʒʌst 'ti kʌmfɜ˞tʌbʌl wɪð ɪt æt ðʌ taɪm, ju noʊ?.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech at a fast pace with a monotone tone, maintaining a balanced level of clarity, as if he's speaking from a distant location.

88

And now that it's been proven to us that there aren't any problems, it shows.

and now that it's been proven to us that there aren't any problems, it shows.

slightly fast

ʌnd naʊ ðæt ɪt'ɛs bɪn pɹuvʌn tu ʌs ðæt ðɛɹ ɑɹʌn'ti ɛni pɹɑblʌmz, ɪt ʃoʊz.

balanced in clarity

very distant-sounding

monotone

slightly noisy

great speech quality

"Kurt speaks in a monotone voice with a slightly fast pace, delivering his words in a manner that seems somewhat distant and balanced in clarity."

89

then it doesn't matter.

then it doesn't matter.

fast

ðɛn ɪt 'ti mætɜ˞.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered at a fast pace with a monotone tone, despite the distant-sounding quality. The recording is quite noisy, suggesting a poor quality environment.

90

obviously the people are behaving themselves.

obviously the people are behaving themselves.

fast

ɑbviʌsli ðʌ pipʌl ɑɹ bɪheɪvɪŋ ðɛmsɛlvz.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's voice, slightly muffled and monotone, is delivered at a fast pace. The recording seems to be from a somewhat distant location, with a touch of background noise present.

91

Maybe the message got across to him.

maybe the message got across to him.

fast

meɪbi ðʌ mɛsʌdʒ ɡɑt ʌkɹɔs tu hɪm.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

"Kurt's voice is delivered at a fast pace, yet it remains monotonous and somewhat detached, with a faint background noise present."

92

somehow maybe all that bitching and complaining that we did.

somehow maybe all that bitching and complaining that we did.

very fast

sʌmhaʊ meɪbi ɔl ðæt bɪtʃɪŋ ʌnd kʌmpleɪnɪŋ ðæt wi dɪd.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered at a rapid pace, yet his voice is remarkably monotone. The recording has a slightly noisy background, and the speech itself seems to come from a distant, somewhat confined space.

93

may have worked a little bit.

may have worked a little bit.

very fast

meɪ hæv wɜ˞kt ʌ lɪtʌl bɪt.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

moderate speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and spoken extremely fast, set against a backdrop of heavy noise. The sound is very distant and muffled, suggesting a poor recording quality.

94

I was in the beginning.

i was in the beginning.

fast

aɪ wɑz ɪn ðʌ bɪɡɪnɪŋ.

slightly noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a monotone and swift delivery, the speaker's voice sounds slightly muffled and distant, with a touch of background noise.

95

about a year and a half ago. I was completely fed up with the whole thing. I didn't want to be a rock star at all.

about a year and a half ago. i was completely fed up with the whole thing. i didn't want to be a rock star at all.

fast

ʌbaʊt ʌ jɪɹ ʌnd ʌ hæf ʌɡoʊ. aɪ wɑz kʌmplitli fɛd ʌp wɪð ðʌ hoʊl θɪŋ. aɪ 'ti wɑnt tu bi ʌ ɹɑk stɑɹ æt ɔl.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

slightly noisy

slightly bad speech quality

In a fast-paced, monotone delivery, Kurt's voice sounds very distant and noisy, suggesting a poor recording quality.

96

It's just, it's freaking me out, you know?.

it's just, it's freaking me out, you know?.

very fast

ɪt'ɛs dʒʌst, ɪt'ɛs fɹikɪŋ mi aʊt, ju noʊ?.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt delivers his speech in a very distant-sounding, monotone tone, speaking extremely fast, with a backdrop of noise.

97

but I've had two years to recuperate.

but i've had two years to recuperate.

slightly fast

bʌt aɪ'vi hæd tu jɪɹz tu ɹɪkupɜ˞eɪt.

noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered in a distant, monotone tone, with a slight haste, in a noisy environment.

98

we'd still be doing it, but.

we'd still be doing it, but.

slightly fast

wi'di stɪl bi duɪŋ ɪt, bʌt.

very noisy

very distant-sounding

very monotone

noisy

bad speech quality

Kurt's voice is very monotone and slightly fast, delivered in a space that gives a distant echo, amidst a backdrop of significant ambient noise.

99

We've made a point to.

we've made a point to.

moderate speed

wi'vi meɪd ʌ pɔɪnt tu.

noisy

very distant-sounding

monotone

noisy

slightly bad speech quality

Kurt's speech is delivered with a monotone tone at a moderate pace, yet the sound quality is poor, with a distracting level of background noise and a sense of distance.