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Soundgarden's Chris Cornell Credits Fitness for Continued Career

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:37:23 +0000

Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell is still going strong at the age of 48 and the rocker credits staying fit for being able to continue his career path with relative ease. The vocalist spoke with ESPN Playbook about his fitness regimen and how it's helped him stay on top of his game.

Soundgarden Performance to Air This Summer on 'Live From the Artists Den'

Chad Childers — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:53:27 +0000

Last fall, Soundgarden played one of their more spirited shows in Los Angeles during the group’s recent ‘King Animal’ trek, and luckily, the cameras were there to catch it. The band’s blistering set will appear on the upcoming season of the long-running series, ‘Live From the Artists Den.’ The public television series will return for [...]

Soundgarden Deliver Acoustic Performances of 'Half-Way There' + 'Fell on Black Days'

Chad Childers — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:18:42 +0000

Soundgarden have unplugged their instruments a few times in recent weeks and one such performance recently took place at Los Angeles radio station KROQ as frontman Chris Cornell and bassist Ben Shepherd teamed up for a pair of acoustic performances highlighting their past and present.

Soundgarden, Mudhoney + Tad Members Reveal Details for Sub Pop's Silver Jubilee Show

Chad Childers — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:23:01 +0000

Legendary indie-rock label Sub Pop will be staging their 25th anniversary show, dubbed the 'Silver Jubilee,' on July 13 in Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood and some of the acts that have helped grow the label have signed on to take part. In a new teaser video, Soundgarden's Kim Thayil, Mudhoney's Mark Arm, TAD's Tad Doyle and veteran producer Jack Endino humorously reveal the event's lineup.

Soundgarden's Chris Cornell Teams With Gibson for Two Limited Edition Guitars

Chad Childers — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:53:44 +0000

Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell has teamed up with Gibson to design two special edition guitars for the company that will be made available for purchase this April.

Soundgarden to Unleash 'King Animal' Demos for Record Store Day Vinyl Release

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:27:52 +0000

Soundgarden are getting in on the Record Store Day (April 20) fun by releasing a limited edition vinyl featuring their 'King Animal' demos. This will be the first time these recordings have been available together on one release and will give listeners a peek at how some of the material from their recent album sounded early on.

Soundgarden Reveal Second Leg of 2013 North American Tour Dates

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:07:29 +0000

If you happen to be upset about missing Soundgarden on their early 2013 North American tour, stiffen that upper lip and wipe away those tears, because the legendary grunge act have just revealed a second leg of North American dates. Sequenced in yet another month-long block, Soundgarden are confirmed to perform a sweet cluster of North American shows beginning on May 3 in Atlantic City, N.J.

Soundgarden Announce Spring 2013 Tour Dates

Joe Robinson — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:45:49 +0000

Soundgarden are headed back out on the road. Fresh off a round of U.S. dates in support of last year's 'King Animal,' their first album in more than 15 years, the veteran grunge goliaths have announced a second U.S. tour leg that's slated to kick off on May 3 in Atlantic City, N.J., and roll through May 28 in Broomfield, Colo.

Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Deftones + More to Play 2013 Carolina Rebellion Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:47:56 +0000

The 2013 Carolina Rebellion festival lineup has been announced and, of course, it's packed full of must-see bands. The North Carolina musical gathering with feature Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Deftones, Limp Bizkit, Rise Against, Volbeat and many more.

Soundgarden Unveil 'By Crooked Steps' Video Directed by Dave Grohl

Chad Childers — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:22:11 +0000

Nothing says badass like a "gang," but director Dave Grohl takes a little bit of a sting out of those troublemaking lads from Soundgarden by having them cruise the streets on Segways in the band's latest video for 'By Crooked Steps.'

2013 Rock on the Range to Feature Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Korn, Lamb of God + More

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:39:35 +0000

The 2013 Rock on the Range lineup has been unveiled and it's packed with must-see bands. Rock on the Range will celebrate its seventh year of festival madness with perhaps its best lineup to date. The three-day event will feature Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, Korn, Stone Sour, Lamb of God and many more.

Soundgarden Talk Future Albums, Perform at Inaugural Balls

Chad Childers — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:51:02 +0000

After two-plus years of touring and a new album, there's good news for Soundgarden fans as it looks like their reunion is one that will continue. Frontman Chris Cornell revealed the band's status update in a new interview with Billboard.

Soundgarden's Kim Thayil Addresses Reunion 'Cash Grab' Accusations

Chad Childers — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 18:53:42 +0000

Soundgarden's reunion continues to be a fruitful one, with the band finally offering their first new music in 16 years with the 'King Animal' album. And while there are some that may question their motives for getting back together, guitarist Kim Thayil says it was truly a quite organic happening.

Chris Cornell and Soundgarden to Perform at Commander-in-Chief's Ball + Inaugural Ball

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 22:13:55 +0000

Although Soundgarden are in the midst of their current North America tour run, the recently reunited rockers just added a very special appearance to their itinerary. Frontman Chris Cornell has signed on to perform at the Commander-in-Chief’s Ball, helping President Obama and Vice President Biden honor U.S. armed forces, while all of Soundgarden will be providing entertainment at the Inaugural Ball on the same day.

Soundgarden Recruit Dave Grohl to Direct Video for 'By Crooked Steps'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:14:19 +0000

When Dave Grohl isn't working on his 'Sound City' documentary and jamming with Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Them Crooked Vultures, his former Nirvana bandmates or Paul McCartney, he's hanging out with his friends in Soundgarden to direct the band's latest video.

Soundgarden's Kim Thayil Recalls Attempt at Supergroup With Nirvana's Krist Novoselic

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:05:02 +0000

After grunge legends Soundgarden chose call it quits in 1997, the band members who helped bring the group to worldwide prosperity all ventured out into various musical projects. Vocalist Chris Cornell and drummer Matt Cameron continued their massive careers after the breakup, but guitarist Kim Thayil chose to keep a low profile. However, Thayil reveals that he had started a supergroup with Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic and other prominent musicians.

Soundgarden Perform 'By Crooked Steps' and 'Been Away Too Long' on 'Jimmy Kimmel'

Joe Robinson — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:37:01 +0000

Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell strapped on the old axe during his band's performance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' last night (Nov. 27), locking into a tight groove with guitarist Kim Thayil on 'By Crooked Steps' (watch above), a deep cut from the band's recent comeback album, 'King Animal.'

Chris Cornell's Message for Billy Corgan: 'Tell Him He Owes Me My $40,000 Back'

Mary Ouellette — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:46:01 +0000

Smashing Pumpkins visionary Billy Corgan does not have much of a filter when it comes to speaking his mind. The most recent example of this was his personal commentary on the Soundgarden reunion and the impetus behind it, saying, “They’re just out there to have one more round at the till; same with Pavement and these other bands.”

Soundgarden Rock 'Live on Letterman' Gig at New York's Ed Sullivan Theater

Liz Ramanand — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:26:25 +0000

New Yorkers had the opportunity to see Soundgarden play at the very intimate Ed Sullivan Theater as part of the ‘Live on Letterman’ concert series. Soungarden are out in promotion of ‘King Animal,’ their first album in 16 years, and they kicked off the night with new tracks ‘Worse Dreams’ and ‘By Crooked Steps.’ Seven out [...]

Soundgarden Perform Surprise Set During Chris Cornell's Hurricane Sandy Benefit Show

Mary Ouellette — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:44:42 +0000

With their new disc ‘King Animal’ out today (Nov. 13), Soundgarden gave New York one heck of a preview yesterday. They kicked the day off with a special performance for ‘Live on Letterman’ that was streamed via a live webcast allowing fans around the word to tune in. Performing a 10-song set, the band focused on their new music showcasing several tracks from ‘King Animal’ but also played some of their classic tunes as well like ‘Fell on Black Days’ and ‘Incessant Mace.’ Check out our recap and watch the whole archived show here.