Eric Erlandson, the former guitarist of Hole, has disclosed that before his death in 1994, Nirvana’s frontman Kurt Cobain recorded enough solo demos for an entire album, which remain unheard by anyone.
Speaking to US TV station Fuse, Erlandson mentioned that Cobain was pursuing “a really cool direction” and that the album could have been reminiscent of the singer’s ‘White Album.’
While discussing the solo album, Erlandson remarked: “He was going in a really cool direction. It would have been his ‘White Album.’ That’s precisely the path he was taking, aiming for a solo album and collaborating with different musicians.”
He added, “I was truly excited about some of the material he was developing. I had the chance to watch him perform it right in front of me. That’s why I felt so sad when he passed away. His journey was abruptly halted. Who knows how far this music could have reached?”
When probed about the possibility of the demos being released, Erlandson expressed his hope but acknowledged that he had no say in the matter.
In response to the question of whether he believed the demos might see the light of day, he stated: “I’m not the one making those decisions. I just wish something could materialize. I think the fans would appreciate it greatly. If only a few people ever get to hear those songs, then that’s how it is. I heard someone mention the idea of assembling some rough acoustic material.”
The guitarist further confirmed that there is one cover included in the record, although he refrained from specifying which one it is. He noted, “There is indeed one cover. I won’t disclose what it is. I don’t possess the rights to the material. I just hope it will eventually be released for the fans. It’s truly heartbreaking. It’s not unexpected. It’s a very sweet and touching song.”
On April 13th, Erlandson reunited with the mid-’90s lineup of Hole for the first time in 15 years in New York.
by Wallace McTavish
