Legendary Rock Band Nirvana Reunites After Seven Years for Surprise FireAid Performance

The setlist paid tribute to Nirvana’s legacy with performances of fan-favorite tracks. St. Vincent took on “Breed,” while Kim Gordon delivered a raw rendition of “School.” Joan Jett, no stranger to Nirvana collaborations, lent her signature energy to “Territorial Pissings.” The most poignant moment of the night came when Grohl, alongside his 18-year-old daughter, performed an intimate and deeply moving rendition of “All Apologies.” Though Grohl remained silent on personal matters, the father-daughter duet resonated deeply with the audience, marking a special moment in the band’s storied history.

This surprise reunion marked the first time Grohl performed publicly since revealing in September that he had fathered a child outside of marriage. While he chose not to address the topic during the show, his return to the stage served as a powerful reminder of his enduring passion for music and connection to his Nirvana roots. The event itself was a significant gathering, bringing together legendary musicians to raise funds for those affected by California wildfires.

Nirvana disbanded following the tragic passing of Kurt Cobain in 1994, but Grohl, Novoselic, and Smear have occasionally reunited for special performances. Their most notable collaborations include the 2012 “Sound City” project, where they recorded “Cut Me Some Slack” with Paul McCartney, and their 2014 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, where they shared the stage with artists like Lorde and Jett. Their last official performance took place at Cal Jam in 2018, making this latest reunion a highly anticipated and emotional event for fans.

Reflecting on these rare reunions, Grohl previously told Rolling Stone that he prefers performing Nirvana’s songs with female vocalists to avoid making the performances feel like a eulogy. Instead, he sees them as a celebration of the band’s legacy and a bridge to the future. Describing the experience of playing Nirvana songs again, he once likened it to a surreal and transformative moment, capturing the raw emotion that continues to define their music. As this latest reunion proves, Nirvana’s influence remains as powerful as ever, touching generations of fans both old

and new.