{"title":"Soundgarden","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Soundgarden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden formed in Seattle, Washington in 1984 around Chris Cornell (born July 20, 1964; died May 18, 2017), Kim Thayil (born September 4, 1960), and Hiro Yamamoto (born April 13, 1961). Matt Cameron joined as drummer in 1986. They are widely cited as one of the foundational acts of grunge alongside Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Alice in Chains - the Seattle grunge movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s. They signed with Sub Pop Records in 1987 (inaugural Sub Pop signing) and released their Screaming Life EP. Their 1994 album Superunknown - featuring the international singles Black Hole Sun and Spoonman - debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, sold over 5 million copies, and won the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1995 (Black Hole Sun) and Best Metal Performance in 1995 (Spoonman). The band dissolved in 1997 amid creative tensions and exhaustion. Chris Cornell pursued solo work (Euphoria Morning 1999) and Audioslave (with Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, and Brad Wilk, 2001-2007). Matt Cameron joined Pearl Jam as drummer in 1998. The band reformed in 2010 and released King Animal (2012). Chris Cornell died by suicide on May 18, 2017 at age 52 in Detroit. The remaining members dissolved the band shortly after. Their foundational influence on grunge and broader contemporary heavy rock is widely cited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden's sound is foundational to grunge as a recognized genre - combining grunge, alternative rock, heavy metal, hard rock, alternative metal, and psychedelic rock with Chris Cornell's distinctive vocal delivery (four-octave range and use of dramatic phrasing), Kim Thayil's signature guitar work (use of drop-D tuning and unconventional time signatures), and varied compositional approaches drawing on classic 1970s hard rock alongside contemporary alternative rock influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltramega OK (1988, SST)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLouder Than Love (1989, A\u0026amp;M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBadmotorfinger (1991, A\u0026amp;M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperunknown (1994, A\u0026amp;M) - Billboard #1 \/ 5M+ US copies \/ 2 Grammys 1995\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown on the Upside (1996, A\u0026amp;M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKing Animal (2012, Universal Republic) - reunion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Sub Pop, SST, and A\u0026amp;M Records pressings of the Soundgarden catalog are foundational items in grunge and alternative rock collecting, with collector premiums on rare pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Soundgarden typically start with Superunknown (1994) or Badmotorfinger (1991). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/alt-indie-rock-vinyl-records\"\u003eAlt\/Indie Rock\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/classic-rock-vinyl-records\"\u003eClassic Rock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"soundgarden-ultramega-ok-vinyl","title":"Ultramega Ok 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw energy of Soundgarden's \"Ultramega OK\" in this meticulously remixed and expanded 2LP vinyl edition. Originally released in 1988, this version corrects the band's initial dissatisfaction with the mix, showcasing classic tracks like \"Flower\" and \"Nazi Driver\" in new light. Housed in a striking foiled stamped gatefold sleeve, it's a must-have for fans and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540917858487,"sku":"210000024195","price":29.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/asub-7172-121818-01192017021819-842.jpg?v=1781154715"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-badmotorfinger-vinyl-1580","title":"Badmotorfinger LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden's Badmotorfinger remastered on black vinyl LP. Raw, propulsive grunge with Chris Cornell's howl and punishing rhythms; includes 'Rusty Cage.' A\u0026amp;M Records pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540933652663,"sku":"210000073007","price":30.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/bmf.jpg?v=1781154771"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-a-sides-vinyl","title":"A-Sides LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis classic compilation spanning the band’s 13 year career was originally released in 1997, and features 17 of the band’s best known and best loved singles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541009051831,"sku":"210000034197","price":37.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3810924.jpg?v=1781155068"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-superunknown-vinyl","title":"Superunknown LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden's finest hour, Superunknown is a sprawling, 70-minute magnum opus that pushes beyond any previous boundaries. 1994\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541049520311,"sku":"210000033026","price":43.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/soundgarden-superunknown-lp.jpg?v=1781155217"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-live-from-the-artists-den-vinyl","title":"Live from the Artists Den 4LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 29 song, nearly two-and-a-half-hour show encompasses the band’s entire legacy of songs...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541087269047,"sku":"210000062149","price":84.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/soundgarden.jpg?v=1781155341"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-screaming-life-fopp-vinyl","title":"Screaming Life\/Fopp 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden's \"Screaming Life\/Fopp\" is a 2LP reissue on Sub Pop, featuring remastered tracks from their early catalog. This edition includes a digital download card. Essential for understanding the band's influential sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785808883895,"sku":"210000024193","price":31.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/2351441.jpg?v=1783045981"},{"product_id":"soundgarden-king-animal-vinyl","title":"King Animal LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoundgarden's \"King Animal LP\" is a 2012 return marked by heavy riffs and introspective lyrics. 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