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Soundgarden's Ben Shepherd Recalls Time When He Nearly Became Nirvana's Lead Guitarist

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 29 May 2013 14:33:14 +0000

Did you know that Soundgarden bassist Ben Shepherd nearly became a member of Nirvana? Before either Soundgarden or Nirvana became grunge legends, Shepherd almost became Nirvana's second guitarist, but the band chose instead to remain a three-piece until the addition of Germs strummer Pat Smear.

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 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'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 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 – Crooked Steps Music Video (VIDEO)

Kelly West — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 19:39:11 +0000

This song is amazing and so is the video! Gotta love there leather jackets!

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

Chad Childers — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:12:16 +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.'

See + Meet Soundgarden in Seattle

Townsquare Media — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 00:36:43 +0000

This February, you could be flying to Seattle – the home of grunge and the rainy capital of the Northwest Kingdom – to see Soundgarden live in concert and meet the band backstage. The prize also includes $500 – so you can do Seattle right. It’s like 1994 all over again. Soundgarden are back together [...]

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.

Timmy's Basement Babe of the Night! – That Chick From The Soundgarden Video!

Timmy!!! — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 05:30:40 +0000

Don't really know who she is, her age, or why she's running from the dogs & surrounded by ash & animal skulls... but to celebrate the new album from Soundgarden... here's your Basement Babe of the Night! That Chick From the Soundgarden Video! Get your hairballs now in the KAT HOUSE!

Soundgarden Tour Announced

Todd Lyons — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 19:39:57 +0000

Today, Soundgarden announce their Winter 2013 North American tour dates including two-night engagements in New York City, Toronto, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles and, for the first time since the band reunited with their surprise show at the Showbox, they will be playing 2 shows in their hometown of Seattle. Fan Club pre-sales begin on Monday, November 12th and tickets go on-sale to the public on Saturday, November 17th.

Soundgarden, 'Been Away Too Long' Video – Exclusive Sneak Peek

Chad Childers — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:49:55 +0000

For a long while, Soundgarden had 'been away too long,' to borrow the title of the band's latest single, but now they're back and building up steam for the release of their new album 'King Animal' on Nov. 13. Speaking of their single 'Been Away Too Long,' the band is teaming up with Loudwire to offer you an exclusive sneak peek of the song's official music video (watch below).

Soundgarden Stream New Album 'King Animal' Ahead of November 13 Release

Jeff Giles — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:26:44 +0000

It’s been an awfully long time between new albums for Soundgarden, but the band’s comeback disc ‘King Animal’ is almost here — and thanks to iTunes, we can actually hear it a week ahead of its release. While ‘King Animal’ won’t officially arrive in stores until next Tuesday (Nov. 13), iTunes is offering a free [...]

Soundgarden Unleash New 'King Animal' Track 'Non-State Actor'

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 21:42:33 +0000

Soundgarden are gearing up for the release of their comeback album ‘King Animal’ on Nov. 13. The band recently shared the first single ‘Been Away Too Long,’ and is now following it up with the debut of another new tune, ‘Non-State Actor.’ Sonically harkening back to the Soundgarden sound of old without getting too caught up [...]

Pearl Jam Members Offer Update on New Album, Address Possibility of Tour With Soundgarden

Jeff Giles — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:10:30 +0000

It’s been a long three years for Pearl Jam fans since the band’s last album of original material, ‘Backspacer,’ was released — but it looks like some new music is finally on the way. Grunge Report points out an excerpt from the latest issue of Rolling Stone in which bassist Jeff Ament reveals the band’s [...]

Soundgarden Unleash New Single 'Been Away Too Long'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 18:32:15 +0000

What a fitting title for Soundgarden's brand new single, since for all intents and purposes, they had 'Been Away Too Long.' Diehard fans of the Seattle band have missed them for the past several years, and while the reunion, live performances and 'Avengers' song 'Live to Rise' have been rad and appreciated, this is the beefy, puts-hair-on-your-chest Soundgarden rocker we've been waiting for.

Soundgarden Unveil 'King Animal' Album Cover, Track Listing + Trailer

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 14:57:27 +0000

All the details for the upcoming Soundgarden disc are coming into place, piece by piece. With a confirmed title of ‘King Animal’ and the first single ‘Been Away Too Long’ set to impact radio shortly, the band now has officially confirmed the release date while sharing the cover art and finalizing the disc’s track listing.

Billy Corgan Explains Feud with Soundgarden

Dave Lifton — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:30:38 +0000

It’s been a while since Billy Corgan last made headlines for getting into a slap fight with another band. We figured maybe he had decided to lay low as he prepares for the Smashing Pumpkins‘ upcoming tour, but most likely, it’s because he’s run out of bands to complain about. That was the implication last Friday (Aug. 31), when Corgan went on the radio to clarify his recent remarks about Soundgarden.

Soundgarden Reveal November 2012 Release Date for New Album

Scott Shetler — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:04:43 +0000

Soundgarden‘s long-awaited new album finally has a release date: November 13. That’s according to guitarist Kim Thayil, who revealed the news to Rolling Stone (via NME) along with details about a couple of the new songs. Thayil says of the album, “It re-establishes that we still rock, we’re still heavy, and we’re still a little [...]

Chris Cornell Performs Acoustic Version of Soundgarden's 'Outshined' With Fan

Tree Riddle — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 13:21:04 +0000

Chris Cornell recently welcomed a fan to the stage for the moment that every guitarist dreams about, getting to perform a song with one of your rock idols. See the Soundgarden vocalist belt out an acoustic version of ‘Outshined’ with a fan on guitar below.