Who influenced Kurt Cobain?

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What music influenced Kurt Cobain?

He quickly discovered contemporary American hardcore bands like Black Flag, Bad Brains, Millions of Dead Cops and Flipper. The Melvins themselves were a major early musical influence on Cobain; his admiration for them led him to drive their van on tour and help them to carry their equipment.

How tall is Dave Novoselic?

It’s pretty tough to get a good gauge Kurt’s height as it seems to change photo to photo. Here are a few photos of Kurt standing straight next to Nirvana bandmates Dave Grohl (6’0″) and Krist Novoselic (6’7″).

How did Kurt Cobain change the music industry?

“The music and natural talent of Kurt Cobain are undeniable. Like so many people, he started to steer my music interests in directions I hadn’t thought of before. He also forced music as a whole to evolve.” Over the years, many bands have paid tribute to Nirvana with raucous covers.

What happened to Kurt Cobain of Nirvana?

It allowed its success to one man and one band: Kurt Cobain and Nirvana, whose legacy continues to loom large over music. Then it happened. The inconceivable shocking reality. A few months after being hospitalized for an overdose, Cobain committed suicide: a single gunshot that tore through an entire generation.

Was Kurt Cobain an agent for social change?

More so than his music, what crystallized Cobain’s legacy as an agent for social change. Songs like “Polly,” “Pennyroyal Tea” and “Rape Me” addressed toxic masculinity and sexual assault. Cobain was a fan of female bands from smaller scenes, often way ahead of the music industry curve.

Is there a tribute to Kurt Cobain at Cal Jam?

A similar tribute to Kurt Cobain occurred at 2018’s Cal Jam, a fest curated by Grohl, where McCauley and Jett performed with Nirvana’s surviving band members, showcasing the lasting impact of the group’s songs two decades since they were originally written.