Happy Birthday to Emerson Hart, the voice of Tonic. Songs like “If You Could Only See” helped define late-’90s rock.

Happy Birthday to Stone Gossard, one of the architects of the Seattle sound. Born on this day in 1966.

Remembering Chris Cornell on what would have been his birthday. His voice, songs, and legacy continue to inspire generations of rock fans.

On this day in 1994, Marilyn Manson released his debut album, Portrait of an American Family. What's your favorite track from the album?

"Down by the Water" is still one of the darkest and most unsettling songs of the '90s. PJ Harvey never spelled it out, and that's part of what makes it unforgettable. Some songs are better left open to interpretation.

Is “Runaway Train” one of the greatest alternative rock songs of the ’90s?

Born on this day in 1971, Ed Kowalczyk, the powerful voice behind Live, came into the world in York, Pennsylvania.

"Angry Chair" wasn't just another Alice in Chains song. It was one of the rare tracks written entirely by Layne Staley. Jerry Cantrell would later call it "a masterpiece." One of Layne's finest moments.

"Break Stuff" captured the frustration of an entire generation and became one of the defining anthems of the late-'90s nu metal era.

“Semi-Charmed Life” by Third Eye Blind, live on Late Night with Conan O’Brien in 1997. Despite its upbeat sound, “Semi-Charmed Life” is about crystal meth addiction. Stephan Jenkins said the music was meant to capture both the seduction and the destructive nature of drug use.

On this day in 1995, 311 released their self-titled third album, 311. Powered by "Down," "All Mixed Up," and "Don't Stay Home," the album became the band's commercial breakthrough and has since sold more than 3 million copies. Favorite track?

Pearl Jam performing on Saturday Night Live, April 11, 1992. One of the band’s earliest national TV appearances captured them at the beginning of a remarkable run. Photo by Alan Singer/NBCU Photo Bank.

Drummer Chad Channing recalled that Kurt Cobain hadn't named the song until Channing asked what it was about. Cobain simply replied, "It's about a girl," and Channing suggested the title "About a Girl." Kurt smiled and agreed.

"Lightning Crashes" by Live, performed during 2 Meter Sessions in 1995. Ed Kowalczyk wrote the song shortly before moving into his first home. He later said the video was often misunderstood—it wasn't about tragedy in childbirth, but about the passing of life from one generation to the next.

Happy Birthday to Courtney Love, born on this day in 1964.

Sponge tearing through "Plowed" live in Chicago, 1995. One of the great overlooked anthems of '90s alternative rock.

Happy Birthday to Beck, born on this day in 1970.

"Fade Into You" is one of those songs that never loses its magic. Simple, haunting, and unforgettable. Hope Sandoval's voice and David Roback's songwriting created something timeless that still feels just as powerful today.

On this day in 1998, Barenaked Ladies released Stunt. Powered by hits like "One Week," "It's All Been Done," and "Call and Answer," the album became the band's commercial breakthrough and introduced them to a worldwide audience. Favorite track on the album?

Harvey Danger performing "Flagpole Sitta" on Letterman in 1998. More than a one-hit wonder, this song perfectly captured the weird, anxious side of the late '90s.

On this day in 1994, Hootie & the Blowfish released their debut album, Cracked Rear View. The album went on to sell more than 16 million copies in the U.S. alone, making it one of the best-selling debut albums of all time. Favorite track?

On this day in 1995, Foo Fighters released their self-titled debut album. More than a year after Kurt Cobain’s death, former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl introduced the world to Foo Fighters, playing nearly every instrument on the album. Favorite track?

What's your go-to track here?

The Offspring performing "The Kids Aren't Alright" in 1999. One of those songs that means something completely different once you've lived a little.

Kurt Cobain during a recording session at Hilversum Studios in the Netherlands on November 25, 1991. A quiet moment in the studio before the music spoke for itself. Photo by Michel Linssen/Redferns/Getty Images.

Happy Birthday to Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready, born on this day in 1965. He also left his mark with Temple of the Dog, Mad Season, and The Rockfords. #MikeMcCready #PearlJam #TempleOfTheDog #MadSeason #90sRock

On this day in 2002, Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley died at age 34. His passing marked the loss of one of grunge’s most distinctive voices, whose haunting style helped define the sound of 1990s rock. #AliceInChains #LayneStaley #Grunge #90sRock #RockHistory

On this day in 1994, Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain died at age 27. His loss marked the end of one of grunge’s defining voices, whose work on Nevermind and “Smells Like Teen Spirit” helped shape a generation of rock. #Nirvana #KurtCobain #Grunge #90sRock #RockHistory

The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Bullet with Butterfly Wings” was pure 90s alt-rock fury. Dark, heavy, and still one of the band’s most iconic songs. #TheSmashingPumpkins #BulletWithButterflyWings #90sAlternative #AltRock #Grunge

On this day in 1966, Alice in Chains bassist Mike Starr was born. He helped shape the band’s early sound before his life ended far too soon. #AliceInChains #MikeStarr #Grunge #90sRock #RockHistory