News: Nirvana back fans’ bid for Christmas No. 1
Washington-based grunge rock outfit Nirvana have given their personal backing to a bid to get 1991 single “Smells Like Teen Spirit” to number one at Christmas.
The campaign is in aid of children’s charity Rhythmix, who over the last few months have been involved in a highly public spat with Simon Cowell’s company Syco. A group on his talent show The X Factor were attempting to use the name for themselves, forcing the charity into legal action to retain their trademark.
So now the band have announced on Facebook that their record label, Geffen Records, will be releasing a limited edition 7” single in support of the campaign. Personally, I’m not really a fan of Nirvana, but it’s difficult to deny the appeal of “Teen Spirit” and its many hooks…
Video: “Smells Like Teen Spirit”
It looks almost certain that Nirvana will be the frontrunners (well, assuming whoever wins The X Factor doesn’t hold the top spot for two weeks in a row) for the Christmas crown… Well, actually, saying that, William Hill thinks Military Wives Choir are the best bet, placing them at 8/13 compared to Nirvana’s 7/1. I think they’re the result of one of those reality show things on BBC One. Haven’t a clue, like. Point is, it’s going to be a toss-up again, presumably.
Video: “Wherever You Are” - Military Wives Choir
