Hole, "Live Through This"
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Hole's prophetically titled "Live Through This" would release just one week after the suicide of Courtney Love's husband, Kurt Cobain. The album is haunted, a bit psychic, and stands up against any of the big '90s grunge albums. If you’re like me and only knew Courtney as a tabloid cover girl, listen to this episode. My guest, music writer Phoebe Reilly, has spent significant time interviewing Courtney Love. Phoebe helps us get to know the real Courtney - her brilliance, her messiness, and all.
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