Kurt Cobain

Kurt Donald Cobain (February 20, 1967 – April 5, 1994) was an American musician. He was the lead vocalist, guitarist, primary songwriter, and a founding member of the band Nirvana. Cobain was involved in the Seattle music scene, which later became associated with the grunge movement. He contributed to Nirvana's development through his songwriting, which addressed themes of personal struggle and social issues. Cobain formed Nirvana in 1987 with Krist Novoselic and Aaron Burckhard.