Soundgarden inducted into the Hall of Fame with a tribute to Chris Cornell.
Soundgarden was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The ceremony included a speech by Jim Carrey and…
Find out where to watch the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 induction ceremony takes place this Saturday, November 8th, in…
Chris Cornell: Musicians from Alice In Chains, Anthrax, and Mastodon release tribute album.
Supergroup King Ultramega, featuring members of Alice In Chains, Anthrax, Mastodon, and guests, releases a tribute to Chris Cornell. Continue Reading →
Soundgarden plans to release one last album with Chris Cornell.
Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil believes the album that was in development with the band in 2017 is…
Soundgarden enters the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
Soundgarden has been named to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2025 alongside Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe…
According to Kim Thayil of Soundgarden, the term 'Grunge' was a marketing ploy.
In an interview, the guitarist and co-founder of the band reflected on the use of the term and recalled the early years of the so-called "Seattle scene." Continue Reading →
Alice in Chains voted best grunge band of all time.
Which grunge bands are the most popular among Wikimetal readers? Check out the poll results here!
Iron Maiden and Soundgarden almost missed out on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame voting.
Iron Maiden and Soundgarden finished in fourth and fifth place, respectively, in the online Rock and Roll poll…
Soundgarden and Vicky Cornell reach an agreement regarding songs recorded by Chris Cornell.
Vicky Cornell and the members of Soundgarden have reached an out-of-court settlement regarding the recordings made by Chris Cornell. Continue Reading →
Chris Cornell is remembered by Vicky Cornell and Soundgarden 5 years after his death: "We miss him"
Chris Cornell was remembered by his Soundgarden bandmates and his wife, Vicky, on the sad anniversary of his death this…
The band that embodies the "archetype" of grunge – and it's not Nirvana, according to Kim Thayil.
Kim Thayil of Soundgarden commented on how the term was used in a general way - and chose a band that sums it up…
1991 wasn't just about the 'Black Album'; check out the best albums turning 30 on the Wikimetal podcast.
In episode #329 of the podcast, the editorial team shares sounds, trivia, and opinions about iconic albums from 1991. Continue Reading →
Brandi Carlile plays Soundgarden classics with remaining members of the band.
Brandi Carlile played classics with the remaining members of Soundgarden at her most recent show at The Gorge, held in…
"There was something wrong in the air," confesses roadie about Soundgarden's last show.
In an interview with 'Ultimate Guitar', guitar tech Vincent Dennis recalls Cornell's behavior backstage at…
Soundgarden: Remaining members are preparing a new album.
Kim Thayil, Ben Shepherd, and Matt Cameron, the remaining members of Soundgarden, are working on a new album. Continue Reading →
Soundgarden regains social media accounts after agreement with Chris Cornell's widow.
The remaining members of Soundgarden have reached a "temporary agreement" with Vicky, Chris Cornell's widow, to gain access to his social media accounts…
The Pretty Reckless release video for “Only Love Can Save Me Now” featuring members of Soundgarden.
Featuring Matt Cameron and Kim Thayil, The Pretty Reckless arrives with the video for "Only Love Can…
From Foo Fighters to Sepultura: 10 rock and metal music videos banned from television.
Music videos with different themes and aesthetics were banned due to sensitive content, violence, sex, or religious issues. Continue Reading →
16-year-old girl receives standing ovation for her rendition of "Black Hole Sun" on American Idol.
A contestant on the talent show surprised everyone with a powerful version of Soundgarden's "Black Hole Sun," and was compared to Janis Joplin…
Taylor Momsen reveals how listening to The Beatles helped in the "rebirth" of The Pretty Reckless.
Taylor Momsen, from The Pretty Reckless, went through a period of depression before writing the band's new album.
Vicky Cornell's lawyer believes that members of Soundgarden want to "incite third parties" to harass her.
The legal battle between Vicky Cornell and Soundgarden began in 2019 and now extends to the realm of social media. Continue Reading →
Soundgarden sues Chris Cornell's widow to recover the band's social media accounts.
With a lawsuit already underway against Soundgarden, Vicky Cornell is now the band's target in a new action. A…
Soundgarden case: Judge says there is "no evidence" for Chris Cornell's widow's accusations against the band.
Vicky Cornell's widow's lawsuit against the members of Soundgarden may have two claims dismissed by the court…
Chris Cornell's widow is suing members of Soundgarden; learn more here.
According to TMZ, Vicky Cornell, who has been under the guardianship of Chris's estate since his death, received a much lower offer than the musicians. Continue Reading →
Chris Cornell: Volume two of 'No One Sings Like You Anymore' is confirmed; find out more.
In an interview with 'The Rizzuto Show', Vicky Cornell stated that there is a lot of music left by Chris that will be shared…
Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless reveals details of her last conversation with Chris Cornell.
In an interview with station '95.5 KLOS', the artist recalls the conversation she had with the Soundgarden frontman...
Vicky Cornell claims that unreleased Soundgarden songs will "see the light of day."
In an interview with 'USA Today' about the surprise album 'No One Sings Like You Anymore', Vicky confirmed exciting news for fans. Continue Reading →
The Pretty Reckless releases new song and Soundgarden cover; listen here.
The Pretty Reckless have confirmed that they will release the album 'Death By Rock and Roll' in February and have released the second…
Soundgarden: Chris Cornell statue vandalized; see the image.
A tribute to the artist, whose work is housed in a museum in his hometown of Seattle, was found violated one morning, but his wife Vicky…
Sevendust confirms new album for October of this year; find out more.
Sevendust has confirmed that they will release their next album in October. 'Blood & Stone' will feature a Soundgarden cover and twelve unreleased tracks. Learn more. Continue Reading →