Nirvana
Nirvana, and their lead singer Kurt Cobain, helped reshape rock music in the early 1990's. They led the charge from the 80's hair band scene, to the genre of "grunge" rock. But despite his worldly success, Cobain was a deeply troubled young man tormented by self-doubt, ill health and drug addiction. On 1 April 1994, Cobain disappeared after leaving a rehab center. A week later he was found dead, apparently after shooting himself

Cobain's fans held rallies and vigils to express their devastation over his death and many marked its 10th anniversary in similar ways. Yet another case of fans worshipping a rockstar, who certainly did not serve as a good role model. Most of his songs tended to express frustration, anger, depression, and fear. For many teenagers who are experiencing similar conflicting emotions, Cobain is an idol to some and a hero to many others. He is a hero that I do not want my children to have.