Nirvana were a groundbreaking American rock band whose raw sound and honest lyrics defined the grunge movement of the early 1990s. Fronted by Kurt Cobain, they brought alternative rock to the mainstream with their classic album “Nevermind” and the era-defining anthem “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” Nirvana’s music blended punk energy with melodic hooks and emotional vulnerability, resonating with a generation searching for authenticity. Their influence can still be felt across rock, punk, and indie music. Fun fact: Nirvana was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014, just 20 years after Kurt Cobain’s passing.