Nirvana {the Test Made For Die-hard Nirvana Fans"
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What are Nirvana's album's order according to release date? {not including greatest hits}
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Bleach, From the muddy banks of Wishkah, In your Utero, Incesticide, Nevermind, and MTV Unplugged in New York.
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Bleach, Nevermind, Incesticide, In your Utero, MTV Unplugged in New York, and From the muddy banks of Wishkah,
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Bleach, Nevermind, In your Utero, Incesticide, MTV Unplugged in New York, and From the muddy banks of Wishkah.
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Bleach, In your Utero, Incesticide, From the muddy banks of Wishkah, Nevermind, and MTV Unplugged in New York.
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Bleach, In your Utero, Incesticide, From the muddy banks of Wishkah, MTV Unplugged in New York, and Nevermind.
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This is the real test for any true Nirvana fan!
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What was Dave Grohl's original instrument in Nirvana?
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Guitar.
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Drums.
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Base.
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Vocals.
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Groupy.
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A. Drums.Explanation
Dave Grohl was the drummer for Nirvana. He joined the band in 1990 and played drums for the duration of his time with the group until Kurt Cobain's death in 1994, which marked the end of Nirvana. After Nirvana disbanded, Dave Grohl went on to become the frontman and guitarist for the Foo Fighters, where he showcased his vocal and guitar skills. However, in Nirvana, his primary role was that of a drummer, contributing to the band's distinctive sound.Rate this question:
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What was the name of the parody song that Wierd Al Yankovic did on Nirvana.
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Smells Like Nirvana.Explanation
Wierd Al Yankovic did a parody song on Nirvana called "Smells Like Nirvana." This parody song is a play on Nirvana's hit song "Smells Like Teen Spirit," with humorous lyrics that poke fun at the original song and its lyrics. Wierd Al Yankovic is known for his comedic parodies of popular songs, and "Smells Like Nirvana" is one of his well-known parodies.Rate this question:
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Which nick name did Kurt Cobain go by in the early 90s, because it "distinguished him."
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"Kurt Cobain"
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"Krazy Kurt"
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"Kurdt Kobain"
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"Kocky Kurt"
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"Mr. Cobain"
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A. "Kurdt Kobain"Explanation
In the early 90s, Kurt Cobain went by the nickname "Kurdt Kobain" because it "distinguished him." This alternative spelling of his name added a unique and distinctive touch, reflecting his individuality and perhaps his desire to stand out from the crowd.Rate this question:
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How many singles were released off their second album?
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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A. 4Explanation
The correct answer is 4. This suggests that four singles were released off their second album.Rate this question:
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What day did they find Kurt's dead body?
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April13.
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April2.
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April7.
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April24.
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April8.
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A. April8.Explanation
The correct answer is April 8.Rate this question:
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Who did Nirvana play for at the Unplugged gig?
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Scream.
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The Aquabats.
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The Meat Puppets
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311.
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Pearl Jam.
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A. The Meat PuppetsExplanation
Nirvana played for The Meat Puppets at the Unplugged gig.Rate this question:
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What city did Nirvana form?
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Detroit.
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Seattle.
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Phoenix.
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Sacramento.
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Houston.
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A. Seattle.Explanation
Nirvana formed in Seattle. This city is widely recognized as the birthplace of the influential grunge music scene in the late 1980s and early 1990s, of which Nirvana was a key player. The band's members, Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and eventually Dave Grohl, all hailed from the Seattle area and began their musical journey in this city. Their breakthrough album "Nevermind" was recorded in Seattle and helped propel them to international fame, solidifying the city's association with the band.Rate this question:
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What fast-food restaurant did Krist Novoselic meet Buzz Osbourne?
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Mcdonalds.
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Burger King.
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Subway.
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Taco Bell.
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Dennys.
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A. Taco Bell.Explanation
Krist Novoselic, the bassist of the band Nirvana, met Buzz Osbourne, the lead vocalist and guitarist of the Melvins, at Taco Bell. This suggests that the correct answer is Taco Bell.Rate this question:
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What guitar did Kurt play for the encore of "Rock in Rio" in 1993?
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Univox Hi-flierExplanation
Kurt played the Univox Hi-flier guitar for the encore of "Rock in Rio" in 1993.Rate this question:
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What is Krist Novoselic's nationality?
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Croatian.
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American.
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Irish.
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British.
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Australian.
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A. Croatian.Explanation
Krist Novoselic's nationality is Croatian because he was born in Compton, California, to Croatian immigrant parents.Rate this question:
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What is Kurt Cobain's middle name?
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DonaldExplanation
Kurt Cobain's middle name is Donald.Rate this question:
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What band was Dave Grohl in right before he joined Nirvana?
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"Tenacious D"
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"Scream"
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No band.
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"Foo Fighters"
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None of the Above.
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A. "Scream"Explanation
Before joining Nirvana, Dave Grohl was in the band "Scream".Rate this question:
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Who was the original drummer for Nirvana?
Correct Answer
Aaron BurckhardExplanation
Aaron Burckhard was the original drummer for Nirvana. He played with the band during their early years and was part of their first recording sessions. However, he left the band before they achieved mainstream success. Burckhard's contribution to Nirvana's early sound and his involvement in their formative years make him the correct answer to this question.Rate this question:
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What was Nirvana's first single release?
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"About A Girl"
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"Downer"
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"Big Cheese"
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"Negative Creep"
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"Love Buzz"
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A. "Love Buzz"Explanation
Nirvana's first single release was "Love Buzz."Rate this question:
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How did Kurt Cobain intend to spell Nirvana?
Correct Answer
NIRVANAExplanation
Kurt Cobain intended to spell Nirvana as "NIRVANA".Rate this question:
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