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Throwback Thursday: Seattle’s Famous Musicians and Tech Icons
A closer look at the people who defined Seattle
Before some of Seattle’s legendary bands, artists and icons were famous, they were frequenting local venues, high schools, cafes and neighborhoods; some speaking out, acting out, or otherwise causing a ruckus. These young people gained recognition as part of a forward-thinking and rebellious movement — and yes, they had lots of hair. But behind the manes of Hendrix, Vedder, Cobain and the others so symbolic to our city, was an intention to change the system, put art on the streets, and generally leave things better, in myriad forms.
Here’s a snapshot of Seattle’s famous faces — some in their early days — hanging around our city.
Alice In Chains first ever photoshoot, Gas Works Park, 1990; Photo: Annamaria Disanto; Seattle P-I Bands Collection
One of the first bands to sign with Sub-Pop records, Mudhoney. 1989; Photo: Anthony Saint James
Kurt Cobain at Seattle Center Arena for the Nirvana in Utero tour; January 7, 1994; Copyright MOHAI; Photo: Kurt Smith
Sir Mix-A-Lot, 1992; Photo: Tim Mosenfelder
Paul Allen and Bill Gates when they founded Microsoft, 1980; Photo: Courtesy Miller-Nagan Wealth Management Weblog; MOHAI
Eddie Vedder performing in Seattle, 1992; Photo: Lance Mercer; Morrison Hotel Gallery
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