February 20th is what would have been Kurt Cobain’s birthday. These products all pay tribute to a musician who revolutionized rock music and helped bring grunge to the mainstream in the early 90’s. From grunge-inspired plaid fashion revivals to commercials and fashion shoots featuring Kurt Cobain and his family, these products pay homage to a high point in music history and one of the greatest tragedies to hit music culture.
These products, fashion shoots and commercials mark Kurt Cobain’s birthday, which would have been his 47th if his untimely death had not occurred. From Kurt Cobain shaped pillows to afterlife Doc Marten endorsements and controversial performance art, it is obvious that this musician and the his music is deeply ingrained in our pop culture and will be remain and influential music maker for many years to come.
20 Grunge-Inspired Products
These Products Pay Tribute on Legendary Rocker Kurt Cobain’s Bir:
Angela Rajic — Feb 20, 2014 — Tech
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CelebSpawn Recreating Iconic Movies
Frances Cobain in Harper's Bazaar Shoot
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Angsty Hipster Editorials
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Cobain Commercialization
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