Review of Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007) by Andrew S — 13 May 2012

A good listen, visuals were stupid. Should have been an audio CD or something.

This review of Kurt Cobain: About a Son (2007) was written by Andrew S on 13 May 2012.

Kurt Cobain: About a Son has generally received positive reviews.

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By Cita W (407) on 17 Jul 2010

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By John C (2,737) on 25 May 2012

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