06 Aug 2009
Bandslam
A new kid in town assembles a fledgling rock band — together, they achieve their dreams and compete against the best in the biggest event of the year, a battle of the bands.
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Kurt Cobain Self
Dave Grohl Self
Krist Novoselic Self
Charles Cross Self
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