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Seattle News Outlet Unveils Previously Unpublished Photos of Kurt Cobain Death Scene

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 09 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.

Unseen Kurt Cobain Suicide Scene Photos Published

Joe Robinson — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:44:11 +0000

We thought for sure that by now, on the 19th anniversary of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain‘s death, every last shred of documentation regarding the iconic rocker’s suicide would have been unearthed. Turns out we were wrong. The Seattle Post-Intelligencer, the hometown paper of record, sent several photographers to Cobain’s Lake Washington Boulevard mansion on April 8, [...]

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

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 18:05:55 +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. In an attempt to peel through the callused exterior of the late legend, the director of the recent Rolling Stones documentary 'Crossfire Hurricane' has accepted the challenge to reveal the true nature of Cobain.

Kurt Cobain Multimedia Exhibition in Miami Showcased by Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:04 +0000

Few musicians possess the talent and character to retain 'Rock God' status nearly 20 years after their demise, but since 1994, the memory of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain has not faded one bit. Countless tributes have been paid to Cobain since his suicide, with the latest being a strange and multidimensional stage show featuring Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore.

Courtney Love Working on Kurt Cobain Documentary With Acclaimed Filmmaker

Chad Childers — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:00:38 +0000

Courtney Love has set the wheels in motion on a documentary about her late husband Kurt Cobain. She has reached out to filmmaker Brett Morgen, the man behind the current Rolling Stones documentary 'Crossfire Hurricane,' to oversee a project based on the life of the late Nirvana frontman

Courtney Love Writing Nirvana Musical?

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:41:33 +0000

She hasn't released an album in a couple of years, but that doesn't mean Courtney Love isn't busy -- in fact, if one recent report is correct, she's getting ready to revisit Kurt Cobain's legacy with a musical inspired by his early years in Nirvana.

Man Arrested After Breaking Into Frances Bean Cobain's Los Angeles Home

Spencer Kaufman — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:30:09 +0000

Despite being the child of one of rock's most famous frontmen, Frances Bean Cobain has managed to maintain a relatively low profile. However, the late Kurt Cobain's 20-year-old daughter seems to pop into headlines every once in a while for reasons of which she has no control.

Kurt Cobain-Inked 'Melvan' Finally Sells at Auction + More

Joe Robinson — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:30:56 +0000

– The vintage tour van once driven by sludge metal legends the Melvins (which features artwork on the side that was hand-drawn by late Nirvana star Kurt Cobain) was finally sold at auction for just over $24,000. What a steal!

What Would It Be Like If Kurt Cobain Was Peruvian? [VIDEO]

Dalton Castle — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:49:51 +0000

I’ve often wondered what my child hood would have been like if I grew up loving the music of Peruvian Kurt Cobain…. Now I know, and it is creepy! Does this guy look like Kurt? No absolutely not. He looks more like Michael Jackson (current state) than Cobain. However, I will hand it to him [...]

Is a Kurt Cobain Hologram in the Works?

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:33:09 +0000

In case you missed it, deceased rapper Tupac Shakur was resurrected to “perform” at this year’s Coachella Festival. Thanks to the work of Musion Technology Ltd., 2Pac was brought back to life in the form of a hologram for a performance with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog. While the hologram was a bit shocking, get [...]

Butch Vig Doubts That Rumored Kurt Cobain Solo Demos Exist

Tree Riddle — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:32:24 +0000

Responding to reports that Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain had recorded demos for a solo album prior to his death, producer Butch Vig says that the new songs were likely “just in his head.” Former Hole guitarist Eric Erlandson recently started a small fire among Cobain lovers everywhere, by insinuating that the late Nirvana frontman had been [...]

Watch Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love Sing Together

Dave Kim — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:59:12 +0000

Footage of Nirvana legend Kurt Cobain singing with his wife Courtney Love has made its way on the Internet. Grunge’s first couple can be seen in a never-before-released duet called ‘Stinking of You’ which you can watch below.

Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love Perform 'Stinking of You' in New Documentary

Tree Riddle — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:54:04 +0000

In the new documentary ‘Hit So Hard: The Life & Near Death Story of Patty Schemel,’ there is home video footage of late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love casually performing the unreleased song ‘Stinking of You’ — check it out below.

Nirvana's Kurt Cobain Was Working on Solo Album at Time of Death

Spencer Kaufman — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:32:58 +0000

In promoting his new book, ‘Letters to Kurt,’ ex-Hole guitarist Eric Erlandson has disclosed that Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain was working on a solo album prior to ending his own life in April 1994.

Kurt Cobain – Aspen's Crush of the Night

Aspen — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:31:23 +0000

With today being the 18th anniversary of his death, I wanted to pay tribute to Kurt Cobain by having him my crush of the night. His full name was Kurt Donald Cobain. He was born February 20, 1967. His passing left everyone in shock and rock music died a little too that day. He passed [...]

Five Essential Nirvana Live Performances

Tree Riddle — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 18:10:25 +0000

April 5, 2012 marks eighteen years that the world has been without the influential Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain. His words and music changed the world as we knew it in the early 90's and to pay tribute, we take a

Courtney Love Reveals Secrets About Her And Kurt's "First Time"

Jennifer Beaudoin — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:19:27 +0000

We all remember the "firsts" of new relationships: first date, first kiss, first time you said "I love you," and perhaps even the first time you slept with that person. These details and memories are often cherished and personal, and for only the couple to know, especially from a woman's point-of-view. This isn't always the case, however, as Courtney Love, wife of the late Kurt Cobain, has openly shared some details of her and Kurt's "first time." Curious? Don't be ashamed (you're not the only one), just read on!

Courtney Love Tells Vanity Fair She'd Kill Kurt Cobain If He Came Back to Life

Chris M. Junior — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 12:40:24 +0000

Maybe Hole singer Courtney Love should just stay away from Vanity Fair writers.

Love, who in a 1992 VF story apparently gave the impression she used illegal drugs while pregnant, has now raised an entirely different kind of ruckus. When asked recently by the magazine whether she’s still angry about late husband and Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain committing suicide in 1994, Love was candid and specific.

Nirvana Does Have An Unreleased Song!

WQBK — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:46:30 +0000

The ‘Nevermind’ deluxe box sets have been released, remastered with rarities, b-sides, and bootlegs. Just when you thought you’ve heard everything Nirvana ever recorded, ‘Nevermind’ producer Butch Vig revealed that yes there is one more song called ‘Song In D’. Nirvana fans are probably flippin’ right now. After all the Nirvana compilation albums and box [...]

5 Interesting Facts About Nirvana's 'Nevermind'

WQBK — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:03:50 +0000

It’s the 20th anniversary of one of the most influential albums of all time; Nirvana’s Nevermind. The release in 1991 made Nirvana the biggest band in the world and helped shape a generation. Nevermind’s impact expanded beyond what anyone ever thought it would be. I found 5 interesting facts about the album that may surprise [...]