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When did Kurt Cobain start making music?

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Kurt Cobain's first song “Montage of Heck” released on January 1, 1988.


Kurt Cobain (February 20, 1967 – April 5, 1994) was the founder and frontman of the highly popular 90s grunge band Nirvana, before purportedly ending his own life. He was known for his cryptic lyrics, distinctive voice and guitar sound, dark visuals, and angsty, cynical view of the world and his fame. 
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