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NirvanaFormed in 1997, Nirvana included singer/guitarist Kurt Cobain, drummer Dave Grohl and bassist Krist Novoselic. They were considered one of the significant bands to popularize alternative rock and were a major part of the Seattle grunge scene of the late 1980’s. In 1991, they released the seminal album Nevermind to great critical and commercial success and it’s credited with having ended the hair metal movement.
The song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and its accompanying video achieved worldwide popularity and the album rose to #1 on the US charts in early 1992. It eventually sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The band’s third album, In Utero, was released in 1993 to mixed reviews. Despite this, it rose to the top of the British and US charts. Later that year, they filmed an unconventional concert for the MTV series Unplugged by deciding not to play their most well known songs. The album would become one of the most popular in the series, reaching #1 and earning a Grammy.
In 1994, they started a tour, but Cobain’s heroin addiction would get in the way and the tour was canceled. Cobain entered a rehab facility which he left after a week. One week later, he was found dead in his home due to suicide from a self inflicted gun wound. Sales of their albums grew dramatically after Cobain’s death and a public vigil was held in Seattle. The remaining members disbanded and Grohl would go on to form Foo Fighters, which became one of the most popular rock bands.
The song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and its accompanying video achieved worldwide popularity and the album rose to #1 on the US charts in early 1992. It eventually sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The band’s third album, In Utero, was released in 1993 to mixed reviews. Despite this, it rose to the top of the British and US charts. Later that year, they filmed an unconventional concert for the MTV series Unplugged by deciding not to play their most well known songs. The album would become one of the most popular in the series, reaching #1 and earning a Grammy.
In 1994, they started a tour, but Cobain’s heroin addiction would get in the way and the tour was canceled. Cobain entered a rehab facility which he left after a week. One week later, he was found dead in his home due to suicide from a self inflicted gun wound. Sales of their albums grew dramatically after Cobain’s death and a public vigil was held in Seattle. The remaining members disbanded and Grohl would go on to form Foo Fighters, which became one of the most popular rock bands.
Chili PeppersThe Red Hot Chili Peppers formed in 1983 in Los Angeles, CA. The current members are Anthony Kides (vocals), Flea (bass), Chad Smith (drummer) and John Frusciante (guitar). They are widely considered the most successful alt-rock band, with the most #1 singles at 14 and most top 10 songs at 25. Their music incorporates several rock genres including alternative, funk, punk and psychedelic.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Their first big commercial success came with the album Blood Sugar Sex Magik released in 1991. It features the song “Give It Away”, which is one of their most successful and well known songs and won a Grammy in 1992. It was a #1 single on the charts along with “Under The Bridge” which reached #2. The album sold over 12 million units and reached #3 on the charts. In 1993, the band was joined by Dave Navarro on guitar and released the single “Soul To Squeeze” which reached #1. Following their next album and tour, Navarro left the band following allegations of drug use during band practice. In 1999, they released Californication which sold over 16 million copies. It features three #1 singles: “Scar Tissue”, “Otherside” and “Californication”.
In 2002, they released By The Way supported by an 18 month world tour. In 2004, they set a record with ticket sales of over $171 million for a three night stand in Hyde Park, making it the #1 tour of that year. The band continues to be active with new album releases and extensive tours. They’ve won 6 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
