Book Description One 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 оетсб come shining through in this moving and inspirational book Though 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 In 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 Thayiland 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 There 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 www fixour us) The one constant is Novoselic's desire to continue making progressive contributions to the community-and to keep on making good music Krist Novoselic currently lives in Seattle, Washington.  Sbraire2004 г 125 стр ISBN 0971920656.