Although the best-known drummer of Nirvana will always be Dave Grohl (he appeared on the group's two mega-hit albums, 1991's Nevermind and 1993's In Utero), it was Chad Channing who laid the groundwork for Grohl on the group's debut, 1989's Bleach. Born on January 31, 1967, in Santa Rosa, CA, Channing's home life was constantly in upheaval, because his father was a radio DJ who was often relocated. When hopes of becoming a soccer player didn't pan out due to an injury, Channing turned to music, picking up both the guitar and drums.
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