Nirvana received the Video Vanguard Award at the MTV VMAs, with Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear accepting the honor on stage.
Krist Novoselic paid tribute to Kurt Cobain, stating, “We’re still here because of Kurt Cobain.”
The band’s authenticity and uncompromising nature were highlighted by Novoselic as reasons for their enduring connection with audiences.
Chuck D praised Nirvana for their unique sound and lyrics, describing them as “loud, beautiful, daringly open” and “raw and deeply human.”
Chuck D emphasized the band’s originality and fearlessness in experimenting and breaking away from industry norms, stating that their videos “defined an era” of their own.
