Renowned ‘90s grunge band Soundgarden were nominated into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for over a decade. As of last Saturday, former members Hiro Yamamoto (bassist), Matt Cameron (drummer), Kim Anand Thayil (guitarist), and Ben Shepard (bassist) were officially inducted at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, CA.
Filled with a night of emotional tributes, nostalgia, and talent that exceeds beyond decades, Soundgarden has finally received their flowers in founding music’s most innovative genre.
Established in 1984, Grunge was taking over the underground scene in Washington state. Other emerging bands like Nirvana, Alice In Chains, and Pearl Jam were creating a genre that youth felt connected to. Wrapped in grunge galore, Soundgarden skyrocketed in mainstream media. From performances on MTV to appearances on late night talk shows, Soundgarden defied all odds in cultivating a genre that music fans can resonate with.
The band’s induction at the Rock and Roll Fall of Fame exceeded the expectations of family, friends, and devoted fans who watched Soundgarden evolve into global superstars. Memorable highlights of that night consisted of heartfelt tributes and speeches that left the Theater in tears. From actor and comedian Jim Carrey inducting the members in a heartfelt speech to Toni Cornell (daughter of late vocalist and frontman Chris Cornell) singing an emotional rendition of “Fell on Black Days” in honor of her father, alongside additional tribute performances from musicians who were impacted by Soundgarden’s legacy.
Though Chris Cornell’s absence was deeply felt, Saturday night told a tale that Soundgarden’s impact amongst rock music will forever be memorialized in every lyric, riff, and soul they’ve inspired.
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