Nutshell Diaries

This photo of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love on their wedding day in 1992 is one of those images that never fails to make me smile. The fact that they’re both in pajamas, holding bouquets, instantly gives the photo a playful, almost surreal energy. Kurt’s ear-to-ear grin and Courtney’s slight, knowing smirk capture so much about who they were in that moment—joyful, mischievous, and entirely themselves. Beyond the silliness, it also feels deeply authentic, a glimpse into the reality of their relationship despite all the challenges and hardships they faced. It’s small, intimate moments like this that make their story feel so human and real.

“Stoneface” by Veruca Salt has always been one of my favorites. The way the backup vocals enhance the lead, with the bass and guitar moving so effortlessly together, is just perfect. I recently watched a live performance from May 11, 1995 (venue unknown), and the rawness in her voice blew me away—every note felt full of emotion. I could rewatch it forever. Fosythia from the same set was just as intense, gritty, and captivating. This performance perfectly shows why Veruca Salt’s music still resonates: unpolished, emotional, and full of energy that hits you straight in the chest.

This album cover says so much without saying anything at all. Many may label Alice in Chains as a grunge band, known for their haunting and elusive sound. Yet beneath the distortion lies something deeply human. Layne Staley’s voice alone carries an emotional weight that feels both raw and transcendent — a kind of beauty born from pain. The choice of this album cover perfectly captures what Alice in Chains has always represented: the unsettling yet strangely comforting acknowledgment of inner battles with depression and addiction. The image of the three-legged dog might seem odd or even disturbing to those who don’t understand, but that’s precisely its power. It mirrors the fractured, imperfect, and painfully real essence of the band’s music — damaged, resilient, and honest in its vulnerability.