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Olivia Rodrigo Thanks Melissa Auf der Maur for Inspiration

3/31/2026

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Olivia Rodrigo credits Melissa Auf der Maur, former Hole bassist, for her success.
During a backstage encounter, Rodrigo acknowledged Auf der Maur's influence.
Auf der Maur notes that Rodrigo's albums Sour and Guts reflect a strong '90s influence in their songwriting and production.
Courtney Love accused Rodrigo of copying the cover art of Hole's "Live Through This" for her "Sour Prom Concert Film."
Rodrigo responded playfully to Love's criticism, expressing admiration for Love's work.

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Story summary

Olivia Rodrigo credits Melissa Auf der Maur, former Hole bassist, for her success.
During a backstage encounter, Rodrigo acknowledged Auf der Maur's influence.
Auf der Maur notes that Rodrigo's albums Sour and Guts reflect a strong '90s influence in their songwriting and production.
Courtney Love accused Rodrigo of copying the cover art of Hole's "Live Through This" for her "Sour Prom Concert Film."
Rodrigo responded playfully to Love's criticism, expressing admiration for Love's work.