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Nirvana's Legacy: Beyond Grunge's Roar
27 Sep
Summary
- Nirvana sold over 75 million records globally.
- Dave Grohl founded the successful Foo Fighters band.
- Kurt Cobain's guitar from 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' sold for $6.9 million.
Nirvana, a seminal grunge band formed in Aberdeen, Washington, left an indelible mark on alternative rock. Active from 1987 to 1994, the band, fronted by Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic, sold over 75 million records worldwide.
Their breakout album, "Nevermind," released in 1991, featured the hit single "Smells Like Teen Spirit." Following Cobain's death in April 1994, the band disbanded. Drummer Dave Grohl subsequently founded the highly successful rock band Foo Fighters.
Kurt Cobain's legacy continues to resonate. In March 2026, his guitar from the "Smells Like Teen Spirit" music video fetched $6.9 million at auction. The band was honored with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in February 2023.
Krist Novoselic has remained active in music and politics, advocating for artists' rights and contributing to various musical projects. He collaborated with Grohl on a Grammy-winning song for the soundtrack of Grohl's 2013 documentary.
