Mr. William Burroughs
WILLIAM BURRUOGHS COMNUCATIONS
Dear William:
It's a bit odd writing someone whom I've never met but with whom I've
already recorded a record. I really enjoyed the opportunity to do the
record -- it's a great honor to be pictured alongside you on the back
cover. I am writing you now regarding the possibility of your
appearing alongside my band (Nirvana) in the first video from our new
album "In Utero."
While I know that Michael Meisel from Gold Mountain Entertainment (my
management company) has been speaking to James Grauerholz, I wanted the
opportunity to personally let you know why I wanted to appear in
the video.
Most importantly, I wanted you know that this request is not based
on the desire to exploit you in my way. I realize that stories in the
press regarding my drug use may make you think that this request comes
from a desire to parallel our lives. Let me assure you that this is
not the case. As a fan and student of your work, I would cherish the
opportunity to work directly with you. To the extent that you may want
to avoid any direct use your image (thus avoiding the aforementioned
link for the press a devour), I would be happy to have my director
look into make up technologies that could conceal your identity. While I
would be proud to have William Burroughs appear as himself in my video,
I am more concerned with getting the opportunity to work with you than
I am with letting the public know (should be your wish).
Heaving said that, let me reiterate how much I would like to make this
happen. While I am comfortable letting Michael and James discuss this
further, I am available to discuss this you at your convenience --
Thank you very mach for your consideration.
Best regards.
Kurt Cobain
