Melvins

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Concert PhotosMelvins LiveConcert photographs of Melvins in performance, shot for BandWagon Magazine by a contributing photographer.Bela Kershisnik · Aug 10, 2026FeaturesBuzz Osborne of the Melvins: as Outspoken as EverBefore Nirvana, there were the Melvins. Lead singer/guitarist Buzz Osborne has been at the helm since its 1983 inception. The story is not only did the Melvins inspire Kurt Cobain and Nirvana’s first album, Bleach, but apparently Osborne is responsible for their very existence. Born in Montesano, Washington, Osborne grew up 10 miles away from Cobain’s hometown of Aberdeen. It was only a matter of time before their strong love of music and desire to escape their hometowns put them in each other’s paths.Kyle Eustice · Jul 15, 2015