For use in an article about the genre and subculture of grunge, of which the band Green River is a key, founding group. The photo is used to visually identify the subject of the article to the reader and also provide visual context of what the subject is (as a band, a picture of them performing is the ideal image to illustrate both who they were and what they did). The article describes the performing style and dressing style of the grunge subculture. This photo helps to show the performing style and look of an essential early grunge band.
