“They sounded great and the show was a lot of fun. We will see them again when they come back around.”
Tucson Chris

Nirvana tribute
A live Nirvana tribute spanning Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, and MTV Unplugged
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Smells Like Nirvana Tribute is Chicago's grungiest tribute to Nirvana. They provide a true-to-life Nirvana experience that smells like rock n' roll. The band features front man Paul Wandtke, bassist Tony Martino, and drummer Nick Shabatura. They play songs from Nirvana's albums Bleach, Incesticide, Nevermind, In Utero, and MTV Unplugged. Smells Like Nirvana has a strong following on Facebook with over 220,000 likes. They are dedicated to honoring Kurt Cobain and his music, which changed their lives growing up. Stay updated on their upcoming shows by subscribing to their newsletter. Check out their recent interview in the Chicago Tribune about their outdoor carpool show. Experience the legendary sounds of Nirvana and Kurt Cobain with Smells Like Nirvana.
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“They sounded great and the show was a lot of fun. We will see them again when they come back around.”
Tucson Chris
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