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Late Nirvana Frontman Kurt Cobain's Grandfather Leland Cobain Dies at 89

Chad Childers — Thu, 30 May 2013 15:41:24 +0000

Leland Cobain, the grandfather of late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, has passed away at the age of 89. According to GrungeReport.net, the elder Cobain died in Montesano, Wash., on Wednesday (May 29).

Soundgarden's Ben Shepherd Recalls Time When He Nearly Became Nirvana's Lead Guitarist

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 29 May 2013 14:33:14 +0000

Did you know that Soundgarden bassist Ben Shepherd nearly became a member of Nirvana? Before either Soundgarden or Nirvana became grunge legends, Shepherd almost became Nirvana's second guitarist, but the band chose instead to remain a three-piece until the addition of Germs strummer Pat Smear.

Seattle News Outlet Unveils Previously Unpublished Photos of Kurt Cobain Death Scene

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:21:37 +0000

In the world of rock, the date April 5 is a solemn one, as it marks the anniversary of the death of both Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley. Now, 19 years after Cobain's death, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer online newspaper has unveiled a number of never-before-published photos of Cobain's death scene have been revealed, some of which show Cobain being carried out of his home by medical workers.

Nirvana 'Nevermind' Producer Butch Vig Reveals New Details on Recording of Iconic Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:40:40 +0000

Nirvana's 'Nevermind' is arguably the most impactful rock album of the last 25 years. Its legend speaks for itself, selling over 30 million copies worldwide thanks to grunge masterpieces such as 'Smells Like Teen Spirit,' 'Come As You Are,' 'Drain You' and 'In Bloom.' You may think you've attained all the 'Nevermind' knowledge ever made public, but there are some new tidbits from producer Butch Vig and frontman Kurt Cobain that may deepen your understanding of the album.

Kurt Cobain Documentary Filmmaker Inspired by 'Pink Floyd – The Wall' Movie

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:44:55 +0000

A new Kurt Cobain documentary film is currently being planned for a 2014 release, and it aims to delve into the true spirit of the late Nirvana frontman. As popular as Cobain remains, the musician's life continues to be somewhat of an enigma even among his most rabid fans. Now, the director of the recent Rolling Stones documentary 'Crossfire Hurricane' has accepted the challenge to reveal the true nature of Cobain.

Courtney Love Exchanges Holiday Tweets With Frances Bean Cobain, Slams Nirvana Members

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:13:31 +0000

Although their relationship has been rocky and very much in the public eye, Courtney Love and her estranged daughter Frances Bean Cobain are communicating again. Of course, most of the dialogue is coming courtesy of Love, but hey, at least it's a start.

BMG Acquires Publishing Rights to Nirvana Songs

Chad Childers — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 17:30:05 +0000

Music giant BMG has just significantly added to their cache of great songs by acquiring the worldwide rights to Virgin Music Publishing Companies, Famous U.K. Music Publishing and select current songs from Sony/ATV and EMI Music Publishing. As part of the deal, they're acquiring tracks from artists like Nirvana, Iggy Pop, Lenny Kravitz, Tears for Fears and more.

Classic Video of the Week – Nirvana "Smells Like Teen Spirit"

Kevin Chase — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 18:00:45 +0000

Lets take you back to the beginning of Grunge while also taking you back to the gym scenario that this video took on the look of. Continuing to add to the collection of videos so you don't have to wish for MTV to come back to their senses and be MUSIC Television again

Nirvana Members and Paul McCartney Perform 'Cut Me Some Slack' on 'Saturday Night Live'

Spencer Kaufman — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 17:16:45 +0000

After a triumphant performance of their new song 'Cut Me Some Slack' at the 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief at Madison Square Garden, one-time Nirvana members Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear again joined forces with Beatles legend Paul McCartney to perform the song during last night's episode of 'Saturday Night Live.'

Paul McCartney + Nirvana Members Perform New Song 'Cut Me Some Slack' at 12-12-12 Concert

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 07:12:54 +0000

Throughout the 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief at New York City's Madison Square Garden, a monumental bulk of talent occupied the grand stage. During the charitable event, which lasted for over five hours, legendary artists such as Bruce Springsteen, the Who and the Rolling Stones performed for a worldwide audience, but the true highlight of the night was the collaboration between Beatles legend Paul McCartney and Nirvana members Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear (touring member) on the new song 'Cut Me Some Slack.'