Soundgarden

Ah, the magic of 1988! When Soundgarden took the stage at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall during the Bumbershoot Festival, they were riding high on the wave of their debut full-length album, *Ultra Mega OK*, which had dropped earlier that year. This live recording captures a raw and gritty side of the band, showcasing their powerful grunge sound just before they catapulted into mainstream awareness. It’s fascinating to note that while many bands were still trying to find their footing, Soundgarden was already honed into a formidable live act, blending their heavy riffs with a punk ethos that was both engaging and unpredictable. During this performance, with tracks like "Hunted Down" and "Beyond the Wheel," you can hear them pushing the boundaries of alternative rock, paving the way for their future success with iconic albums like *Badmotorfinger* a couple of years later. Those were indeed the days when Seattle was pulsing with creativity, and Soundgarden was right at the heart of it!

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