A leading example of overseas grunge bands: from Nirvana to Alice in Chains.
Are you familiar with grunge, the genre that dramatically changed the course of music history? In the early 1990s, this music scene erupted out of Seattle, USA, sweeping the nation with its heavy sonics and dark lyrics that resonated deeply with countless listeners.
Raw, unfiltered vocals, distorted guitar tones, and a defiant attitude continue to captivate music fans around the world to this day.
In this article, we’ll introduce some of the key international bands that defined the grunge movement.
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A leading example of overseas grunge bands. From Nirvana to Alice in Chains (31–40)
The Diary of JaneBreaking Benjamin
A single released by Breaking Benjamin in 2006.
It shot up the charts in its first week of official release.
It is also known for featuring Sarah Mather, who participated in American Idol, in its music video.
Far BehindCandlebox
A song written for and dedicated to Andrew Wood, who died of a heroin overdose in 1990.
It was released as a single in 1994 from Candlebox’s self-titled album, and is considered one of the band’s most famous songs.
LowCracker
A song about trying to persuade a girl.
It’s never made clear exactly about what, but David Lowery has said it’s not about drugs.
It’s a 1993 hit by Cracker, with the music video directed by Carlos Grasso.
Lightning Crasheslive
A song dedicated to Barbara Lewis, a high school friend of a band member who was killed by a drunk driver.
It is Live’s biggest hit.
In their late-1990s concerts, the song was dedicated to the victims of the Columbine High School shooting.
Novocaine For The SoulEels
“Novocaine” is a painkiller used by dentists.
This song is about easing life’s pain and escaping the monotony of everyday living.
It was the first single released by Eels and achieved international success, particularly in the UK.
A leading example of overseas grunge bands: From Nirvana to Alice in Chains (41–50)
BackwaterMeat Puppets
A song from the album “Too High to Die,” it became Meat Puppets’ biggest hit.
The album’s title is said to be a parody of The Ramones’ 1984 album “Too Tough to Die.” The song is inspired by Elvis Presley’s gospel albums.
ShineCollective Soul
A song written by lead singer Ed Roland.
Released as a single in 1993, it became their most famous track.
It has been covered by many artists, including Dolly Parton, Phish, Pillar, and Smashing Pumpkins.