{"product_id":"of-grunge-government-lets-fix-this-broken-democracy-paperback","title":"Of Grunge \u0026 Government: Let's Fix This Broken Democracy! - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKrist Novoselic\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne part memoir, one part political platform, the bass player of Nirvana--the most heralded and influential rock band of the past 20 years--tells the story of his own musical and political coming-of-age. From his relationship to Kurt Cobain to his evolution as a political activist, Novoselic's passion, intelligence and integrity come shining through in this moving and inspirational book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThough Krist Novoselic will undoubtedly be forever best known as a member of Nirvana, his accomplishments go far beyond that remarkable achievement. Nirvana was a band with a conscience, and as a major label act they regularly played benefits--the first Rock For Choice show, a major concert in support of gay rights, and a legendary gig that raised money for the Balkan Women's Aid Fund. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn 1995, Novoselic founded JAMPAC (Joint Artists and Music Promotions Political Action Committee), a proactive organization that advocated on behalf of Washington state's music community. Novoselic's work with JAMPAC helped Seattle club owners find ways to host all-ages shows and was instrumental in helping to overturn the infamous Teen Dance Ordinance. And sometimes making music and making a statement go hand in hand, as when Novoselic, Soundgarden's Kim Thayil and drummer Gina Mainwal backed Jello Biafra as the \"No W.T.O. Combo\" at a show performed during the World Trade Organization conference held in Seattle in 1999. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThere have been other musical endeavors since Nirvana, as well as new causes (Novoselic is a strong -supporter of electoral reform, an issue he writes about extensively on his website. The one constant is Novoselic's desire to continue making progressive contributions to the community--and to keep on making good music. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKrist Novoselic\u003c\/b\u003e currently lives in Seattle, Washington.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKrist Novoselic was a founding member of Nirvana, the rock band that exploded into worldwide commercial success in the early 1990s. After the death of his bandmate Kurt Cobain, Novoselic became an ardent political activist and is currently running for the office of Lieutenant Governor in Washington State. This is his first book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.34 x 7.32 x 5.26 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 01, 2004\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51761131618592,"sku":"9780971920651","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/2706b447c1747489089caf95db80b437.webp?v=1780200580","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/of-grunge-government-lets-fix-this-broken-democracy-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}