Chris Cornell: News, History & Updates
Chris Cornell was the lead singer of Soundgarden, Audioslave, and Temple of the Dog. Cornell was one of the most iconic singers of the Seattle Grunge scene, and he managed to stay relevant and reinvent himself through his three decade plus career. He first trail-blazed Grunge with Soundgarden in the 80’s and 90’s, along with recording Temple of the Dog’s lone album with members of Pearl Jam.
After Soundgarden disbanded, Cornell launched his solo career with Euphoria Morning before later forming Audioslave with former Rage Against The Machine members, seeing some of his biggest crossover success with “Like a Stone.” Cornell returned to his solo career and reunited Soundgarden after Audioslave broke up, enjoying a balanced career where he got to rock arenas with Soundgarden, and play stripped down acoustic ‘Songbook’ concerts solo. Cornell tragically died by suicide in 2017 on tour with Soundgarden.
What is Chris Cornell’s best album
Soundgarden’s Superunknown is seen by many fans as Chris Cornell’s best album.
