Smells Like Nirvana

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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A live Nirvana tribute spanning Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, and MTV Unplugged

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Smells Like Nirvana is a national traveling Nirvana tribute based in Chicago, performing songs from Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, MTV Unplugged, rare B-sides, and more without click tracks or backing tracks.

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Smells Like Nirvana is a national traveling Nirvana tribute based in Chicago, featuring seasoned professionals and die-hard Nirvana fans. Fronted by Paul Wandtke (ex Trivium, Dead Original), with Nick Shabatura on drums and Mike Petrasek (Bedlem), the band performs a live tribute spanning Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, MTV Unplugged, rare B-sides, and more. Their performance is a haunting episode of grunge filled with angst, played without click tracks or backing tracks—a trait and philosophy Nirvana lived by.

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