This summer, a Nirvana exhibition titled ‘Kurt Cobain Unplugged’ will be held at the Royal College of Music Museum in London. It will showcase Kurt Cobain’s iconic guitar used during Nirvana’s MTV Unplugged performance in November 1993, closely preceding his death. The exhibition aims to explore the enduring legacy of this pivotal performance, which earned Nirvana their sole Grammy award.

For the first time in the UK, visitors can view the Martin D-18E guitar, which fetched over $6 million at auction in 2020, making it the most expensive guitar sold. Australian entrepreneur Peter Freedman AM stated his ambition for the guitar to “begin a worldwide tour of exhibitions to support performing artists.” This exhibition will premiere Freedman’s vision at the Royal College of Music.

Curated by rock journalist Alan di Perna and Gabriele Rossi Rognoni, the exhibition runs from 3 June to 18 November 2025. Di Perna expressed his excitement about curating the first-ever rock music exhibition at the museum, acknowledging Nirvana’s significant impact on rock in the 1990s.

Alongside the guitar, the exhibition will feature the olive-green mohair cardigan that Cobain wore during the performance for the first time. This cardigan sold at auction in 2019 for $334,000. Additionally, the exhibition will present a curated collection of Nirvana memorabilia, including original gig posters and collectible vinyl records.

In contrast to a previous Nirvana exhibition that faced backlash for using the term “un-alived” in relation to Cobain’s death, this exhibit focuses on honouring his legacy. Tickets for ‘Kurt Cobain Unplugged’ will go on sale on 30 April 2025.

The ‘Kurt Cobain Unplugged’ exhibition at the Royal College of Music Museum is a significant event for Nirvana fans. Showcasing Cobain’s iconic guitar and cardigan, it will delve into the legacy of a landmark performance. With a collection of Nirvana memorabilia and a commitment to supporting performing artists, this exhibit promises to be a must-see this summer.

Original Source: www.euronews.com

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