He FUNDED Nirvana, Was FIRED By Soundgarden, & Became a WARFIGHTER… For Uncle Sam (Jason Everman)

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The story of former Nirvana and Soundgarden member Jason Everman. My second YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@RockNRollTrueStories2 Have a video request or a topic you'd like to see us cover? Fill out our google form! https://bit.ly/3stnXlN -----CONNECT ON SOCIAL----- TIKOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@rocknrolltruestory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnrtruestories/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNRTrueStories Twitter: https://twitter.com/rocktruestories Blog: www.rockandrolltruestories.com Jason Everman’s story is a wild, inspiring journey through music and military service—a tale of second chances and unexpected reinvention. Born in Alaska and raised with challenges, Everman gravitated toward music as an escape, eventually immersing himself in the burgeoning Seattle sound of the late 1980s. Through friendships with Chad Channing and exposure to punk and metal influences, he became a key figure in the local music scene.​ Everman’s first big break was joining Nirvana in 1989, contributing financially to the recording of their debut album, Bleach, and appearing on its iconic cover—even though he didn’t actually play on the tracks. Touring with Nirvana proved difficult; Everman felt disconnected, his ideas and energy often overlooked by band leader Kurt Cobain. His time with them ended quietly, not in drama but in mutual discomfort, with Everman eventually departing after one short, grueling tour.​ Next, Soundgarden called him to fill in as bassist following Hiro Yamamoto’s exit. Everman considered Soundgarden his favorite Seattle band, and the opportunity provided hope for a fresh start. However, complex band dynamics and personal mismatches led to another abrupt exit—this time with real heartbreak. The experience launched Everman into a downward spiral, pushing him to move across the country to New York City, searching for meaning beyond just being a musician.​ After stints with bands like Skunk, OLD (Old Lady Drivers), and Mind Funk, Everman realized his rock dream had soured, and he longed for deeper purpose. Inspired by stories from family veterans and his own philosophical interests, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, becoming a Ranger and eventually earning his Green Beret. Everman found the discipline, brotherhood, and sense of mission he’d craved, serving honorably throughout the War on Terror in Iraq and Afghanistan.​ After leaving the military, Everman reinvented himself yet again—as a scholar, earning degrees in philosophy and military history, then as a veteran advocate and even a yacht delivery skipper. Music never truly left him; he later co-founded Silence & Light, a band composed entirely of veterans whose profits support military charities.​ Everman’s life is the ultimate “what if,” but it isn’t tragic or bitter. Leaving behind the fleeting fame of rock stardom, he forged a life filled with service, resilience, and self-discovery. He stands today as a symbol of transformation—someone who found purpose beyond what the world expected, in places few would dare to look. #jasoneverman #nirvana #soundgarden I cite my sources and they may differ than other people's accounts, so I don't guarantee the actual accuracy of my videos. These videos are for entertainment purposes only. READ OUR DISCLAIMER https://rockandrolltruestories.com/youtube-disclaimer/