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Unknown sides of Cobain

There were many sides to Kurt. We hear stories of Cobain trowing a computer out the window or smashing guitars and singing great songs. We are just picking a few unknown sides of for today’s article on guitardoor we hope you enjoy.

I was aware of Nirvana long before their first recording of “Bleach” due to a very particular circumstance. I lived so far up on a Mountain that frequencies carried to Ohio from as far as Florida on the radio, and funnily I had a wah Pedal that if you turned it on and set it in a precise spot it picked up Cuban Radio! In the early and mid-80s, the cassette was still a highly used Media and I found a strange radio station that played cassette recordings of demos and work tapes of bands unheard of outside their home base. The band intrigued me back then. 

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So when “Bleach” and “Nevermind’ were out I was already a fan. I Followed their career and studied everything I could find well after Kurt’s death. I thought I knew about pretty much everything there was to know. That was until today when Chris Dempsey sent me a video we are going to share with you now. This is Kurt the human, not the King of Grunge.

Kurt Cobain on Challenging the Mainstream

Musically Kurt was a fan of Diverse nature as well, Hawkwind, a plethora of punk and alternative music, and Daniel Johnston whose T-Shirt “How are you” with an alien was made famous showing the helpful and supportive side of Cobain. If you don’t know about Daniel who sadly passed away in 2019, it doesn’t get more interesting for cartoonists than Daniel Johnston’s life story.

Kurt Cobain Hollogram

There was some discussion on a Kurt Cobain Hologram show with Krist and Dave. If it comes to fruition remains to be seen. I was thrilled to see the people called upon to step up to the Mic at Nirvana’s induction into The Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame. Joan Jett, Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth, and others. 

Nirvana. The 29th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony 2014

The 29th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony in 2014 included the induction of Nirvana, one of the most influential bands in the history of rock music. The ceremony took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on April 10th, 2014. The surviving members of Nirvana, Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, were joined on stage by various guest vocalists, including Joan Jett, Kim Gordon, and Lorde, to perform a selection of the band’s most iconic songs. The induction of Nirvana into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame was a testament to their enduring legacy and influence on the genre of rock music.

Nirvana rock hall of famers since 2014

I’m sure there will always be Mystery surrounding Kurt Cobain. I prefer to celebrate his life as opposed to many who mark his Demise. In Place of R.I.P. I say  Thank you to the Universe Kurt Cobain Born February 20, 1967. 

Kurt Cobain’s Chaotic Creative Sides

Kurt Cobain was known for his chaotic creative sides, which were evident in his music, lyrics, and artwork. Cobain’s music was a blend of punk, rock, and pop, and his lyrics were often introspective and raw.

Cobain’s creative process was often chaotic, and he would write songs and lyrics in a stream-of-consciousness style. He was known for his ability to capture emotions and feelings in his music, and his lyrics often dealt with themes of alienation, depression, and social issues. Cobain’s artwork was also reflective of his chaotic creative sides, and he often used mixed media to create collages and paintings that were raw and emotional.

Despite his chaotic creative sides, Cobain was a talented musician and artist who left a lasting impact on the music industry. His music and artwork continue to inspire and influence artists today, and his legacy lives on through his fans and the many musicians who have been influenced by his work

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