Manchester to Commemorate Kurt Cobain with Mural for 30th Anniversary of His Death
A mural celebrating the life of Nirvana’s iconic singer and guitarist, Kurt Cobain, will be unveiled in Manchester, UK, to mark the 30th anniversary of his passing on 4 April. The artwork will be located near The Bread Shed, close to the sites of Nirvana’s two Manchester performances.
The project, commissioned by Headstock, a local music and mental wellbeing festival, also aims to promote the text support charity Shout 85258. Artist Akse P19, known for his murals of Ian Curtis (Joy Division) and Keith Flint (The Prodigy), will create the tribute.
Dual purpose
Headstock founder Atheer Al-Salim, a self-professed Nirvana fan, stated, “I have been told they got a mixed reaction to their first Manchester gig.” He emphasized the mural’s dual purpose, saying, “The mural’s purpose is to raise awareness of mental health text message support service, Shout 85258, and the charity’s logo and text support number will feature prominently on the artwork.”
The tribute will not only honor Cobain’s legacy but also serve as a beacon of support for those struggling with mental health issues.
Kurt Cobain committed suicide on 4 April 1994 by shooting himself in his Seattle home.
