Cobain seemed to resist and even resent his own success. It was a struggle that played out on MTV.

The members of Nirvana made a name for themselves in the early 1990s when they became a defining force in the alternative rock music genre known as grunge. Founded by Kurt Cobain ...

The Seattle grunge group will receive the honor nearly 35 years after “Smells Like Teen Spirit” helped turn the band into a global phenomenon ...

Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear accepted the band’s Moon Person 35 years after their hit single “Smells Like Teen Spirit” ...

Surviving members of Nirvana reunite to accept Video Vanguard Award at the 2026 MTV VMAs. Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear paid homage to lead singer Kurt Cobain, who died from suicide in ...

Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” reaches new highs on both global Billboard charts as the band’s catalog gains attention around its VMA honor.

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Chuck D gave Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear the Video Vanguard Award for Nirvana's legacy, but they didn't play any music ...

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards delivered a night packed with historic wins, emotional tributes and headline‑making performances. From Madonna’s star‑studded opener to a long‑awaited reunion, here are ...

Nirvana’s ‘Nevermind’ turns 35 as the landmark album remains a Billboard hit and “Smells Like Teen Spirit” reaches new global peaks.

Kurt Cobain wrote most of his songs in the apartment, while the famous phrase that inspired Smells Like Teen Spirit was ...