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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).

Seattle News Outlet Unveils Previously Unpublished Photos of Kurt Cobain Death Scene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

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, [...]

Dave Grohl Asked PJ Harvey to Front Nirvana 'Reunion'

Joe Robinson — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 22:34:52 +0000

Bringing together the surviving members of Nirvana with a different singer taking over for the late, great Kurt Cobain is a touchy subject, but Dave Grohl reveals he recently came up with the perfect person to fill Kurt's Converse All-Stars: PJ Harvey. Unfortunately, her schedule wouldn't allow it.

10 Dumb Tweets About Kurt Cobain for His Birthday

Emerald Catron — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:16:31 +0000

Ugh, come on people. Kurt Cobain is trending pretty hard on Twitter today, since it's his birthday, but we doubt the authenticity of some of these "fans." Here are some dumb, dumb tweets dedicated to Cobain on his birthday. (We left out the twenty gazillion tweets of the quote "Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are," because it's depressing how people aren't picking up on the irony.)

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.

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

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:41:04 +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.

Kurt Cobain Filmmaker: Courtney Love Is Not Involved in Upcoming Documentary

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:56:54 +0000

Since the news broke of a new documentary chronicling the life of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, there have been conflicting reports as to whether the legendary musician's widow Courtney Love will be a part of its creation. Brett Morgen, director of HBO's new documentary on the Rolling Stones, 'Crossfire Hurricane,' was recruited by Love to oversee the Cobain project, but it seems as if that will be Love's only contribution to the project.

Courtney Love Working on Kurt Cobain Documentary With Acclaimed Filmmaker

Chad Childers — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:24:38 +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 Authorizes Kurt Cobain Documentary

Dave Lifton — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 23:03:44 +0000

While rumors regarding a Broadway musical based on Kurt Cobain's early years appear to have been untrue, Courtney Love seems to be going forward with another project to honor her late husband. Apparently, she has given the go-ahead for a documentary with an expected release date of 2014.

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 — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 15:56:09 +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 Suicide Note Emotionally Struck Neil Young

Chad Childers — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 18:07:38 +0000

"It's better to burn out than to fade away" may be one of Neil Young's most quotable lyrics, but the singer says that he's still haunted by the fact that the 'Hey Hey, My My' quip resonated so much with Kurt Cobain that the late Nirvana singer quoted it in his suicide note.

Nirvana's Kurt Cobain Inspires New Sticker Book

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:29:01 +0000

Late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain has long been an inspiration to artists and creative types. Everything from books to music and collectibles have been created in his honor. The latest addition to that list is an upcoming sticker book inspired by the musical visionary titled ‘Kurt and the Gang.’

Pajamas Worn by Kurt Cobain in 1988 Sell for $3,000 on eBay

Scott Shetler — Wed, 02 May 2012 19:49:09 +0000

Among all the items of rock memorabilia that go up for auction on eBay, this one has to be one of the most unusual: A buyer recently paid $3,000 for a pair of used pajamas once worn on stage by Kurt Cobain.

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

Chris M. Junior — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:49:24 +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.

Kurt Cobain Model Fender Jaguar Guitar Arrives in Stores This Month [PHOTO]

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:33:18 +0000

Certain guitarists are known for playing certain makes and models. Jimi Hendrix was quite loyal to the Fender Stratocaster. Former KISS member Ace Frehley has made a good living with the Gibson Les Paul. And AC/DC‘s Angus Young has a thing for the Gibson SG.

For Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain, the electric guitar he’s probably most identified with is the Fender Jaguar. By mid-to-late September, musicians everywhere can channel the late grunge rocker when Fender issues its signature Cobain model Jaguar, which has been built to the unique characteristics of the 1965 edition owned by Cobain.

Frances Bean Cobain, Teen Daughter of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love, Does Sexy Photo Shoot for Hedi Slimane

Andrea Rosen — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:39:18 +0000

Even the grungy apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Frances Bean Cobain, the 18-year-old daughter of late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and Hole singer Courtney Love, showed off her tattoos and puffed on a cigarette for a series of black-and-white photos taken by fashion designer Hedi Slimane.

Washington Unveils Guitar Memorial for Cobain

Z94 — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 12:36:59 +0000

The sculpture of a large concrete guitar honoring the memory of Kurt Cobain is unveiled at a ceremony observing the 17th anniversary of the musicians death in Aberdeen, Washington. A sculpted guitar memorial to Kurt Cobain has been unveiled in a park in the Nirvana frontman’s Washington state hometown. The dedication in Aberdeen on Tuesday [...]

R.I.P. Kurt & Layne

Critter — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 21:43:27 +0000

Today marks the 17th Anniversary of the death of Kurt Cobain (Nirvana) and the 9th Anniversary of the death of Layne Staley (Alice In Chains) Two great front men who helped change the rock world forever! KURT COBAIN Born 02-20-67 Died 04-05-94 at the age of 27 LAYNE STALEY Born 08-22-67 Died 04-05-02 at the [...]