5, 1994 About Kurt: Kurt Donald Cobain was an American singer-songwriter and musician, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Nirvana . Notable instruments: Fender Jag-Stang, Fender Jaguar, Fender Mustang, Fender Stratocaster, Martin D-18E, and Univox Hi-Flier. ( 1967-02-20 ) Died Kirk Lee Hammett Born: November 18,