Nirvana was a band that led the Western rock scene in the early 1990s.
Centered around Kurt Cobain, they enjoyed immense worldwide popularity.
Their influence is profound, and even years after their breakup, there are still many listeners and musicians who admire them.
In this article, we present a comprehensive quiz about Nirvana, an indispensable presence in the rock scene!
We’ve turned a wide range of the band’s history into quiz questions, so give it a try and see how many you can get right!
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Nirvana Quiz: Trivia about the legendary Western rock band [Nirvana] (1–10)
Which band does Courtney Love, the wife of Kurt Cobain, belong to?
- hall
- L7
- Pixies
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hall
Courtney Love is the vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Hole. Hole was active in the alternative rock scene of the 1990s, and their album Live Through This is especially known as a classic.
What is the title of the famous album with a photo of a baby swimming underwater?
- Bleach
- Nevermind
- In Utero
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Nevermind
Nevermind is one of their signature works and a worldwide hit. It features numerous hit songs such as Smells Like Teen Spirit and Come As You Are. The album is also famous for its cover art featuring a photo of a baby swimming underwater. Incidentally, in 2022 Spencer Elden, the person depicted on the cover, filed a lawsuit claiming the photo was used without his consent, but the suit was dismissed.
In what year AD was Nirvana formed?
- 1991
- 1987
- the year 1985
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1987
Nirvana was formed in 1987 by Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic. The band subsequently achieved explosive worldwide popularity with the release of Nevermind in 1991.
What is the title of the previously unreleased song that was included for the first time on the greatest hits album released after Kurt Cobain’s death?
- Heart-Shaped Box
- You Know You\’re Right
- All Apologies
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You Know You\’re Right
“You Know You’re Right” was the last song recorded by Kurt Cobain before his death, and it was first included on the best-of album “Nirvana,” released in 2002.
Which band did drummer Dave Grohl form after the breakup of Nirvana?
- Foo Fighters
- Pearl Jam
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
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Foo Fighters
The band Dave Grohl formed after Nirvana disbanded is Foo Fighters. While he was the drummer in Nirvana, he serves as the guitarist and lead vocalist in Foo Fighters and has produced many hit songs.
How much did the guitar that Kurt Cobain smashed on stage in 1989 sell for at auction?
The guitar that Kurt Cobain smashed during a 1989 live performance was put up for auction in 2022 and drew significant attention. Please choose the amount for which the guitar was sold from the options below.
- 25,200,000 yen
- 34.6 million yen
- 68.4 million yen
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68.4 million yen
The 1973 Fender Mustang that Kurt Cobain smashed on stage in 1989 sold at auction for 68.4 million yen. It’s said that Cobain had traded this guitar for a Gibson SG owned by guitarist Sluggo Coyle. Supporting that story, a message addressed to Sluggo Coyle was written on the Mustang’s body.
Which clothes did Kurt Cobain wear at his own wedding?
- tuxedo
- pajamas
- Jeans and a flannel shirt
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pajamas
Kurt Cobain wore green pajamas at his own wedding. He was known to appear in pajamas at live shows and recording sessions, but many people were probably surprised to learn that he even attended his wedding in pajamas. It really symbolizes his unconventional personality and unique fashion sense.





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